Materials
Sugasoap
Selleys - Liquid Nails
Polyfilla - Timber filler
Davco - Sanitized Colour Grout in light grey.
Davco - Grey One Pot Tile Adhesive
British Paints - Primer
Porters Paints - Aqua Satin Half Wood Smoke
Furniture Wax by Annie Sloan
Tools
Makita Orbital Sander
Clamps
Adhesive Spreader
Ryobi Drill
Sponge
Paint Brush and Roller
Steps
Step 1
I started by cleaning this piece of furniture with Sugasoap to remove any grime. I then scuff sanded the whole piece using my orbital sander and 120grit sandpaper, to ensure the paint will stick.
Step 2
I then added trim around the table top which will encase the tiles and grout.
Once cut to size, I secured using Liquid nails Fast Grab which cures nice and quickly.
I held these in place with clamps to ensure they adhered.
Step 3
I then applied the pre mixed tile adhesive using an adhesive spreader.
It was then time to lay the tiles. They came in sheets that interlock together. I cut smaller pieces to ensure the tiles went all the way to the edge. This was the fun part. I left this to cure over night prior to grouting.
Step 4
I then needed to mix the grout with water to create a thick texture. Ensure you use the measuring guidelines on the bag. I didn’t have a mixer so I used an old baking attachment and my ryobi drill! Sometimes you need to be creative 🤣
It was then time to apply the grout.
I used this applicator by pushing the grout around in all different directions. These tiles are quite uneven and some gaps were quite large so I needed to make sure there were no air bubbles. I over filled at first then slowing removed the excess.
I then cleaned the top layer back using a damp sponge. Here you will see if there are any gaps or air bubbles that you can refill if needed.
Once cleaned back I let it set for 24 hours.
Once dry you can wipe back which a damp sponge again and smooth off any rough patches using sandpaper.
Step 5
I had some excess grout so decided to add some details to each end of the table.
I added some paint to give it a smoother texture and applied using a paint brush.
I then added patterns using this adhesive spreader.
Step 6
I then painted the whole piece. Starting with British Paints primer, then two coats of Porters Paints Aqua Satin Half Wood Smoke.
Step 7
I then sealed the tiles and grout using white wax.
This protects them both from dirt and damage and makes it easier to dust and wipe clean.
Step 8
I love how this piece came together and had so much fun creating a one of a kind entry table.
I want to try this again using different types of tiles on other pieces of furniture.
