Putting Tile on a Wooden Kitchen Table

Customize a wooden kitchen table with a do-it-yourself tiling project to make a one-of-a-kind statement for your home. Purchase porcelain or ceramic tile to match the style of the kitchen decor. Create a simple straight-forward design or set up an elaborate pattern with different tile sizes and colors. Match the color of the tiling with colored grout that blends in or causes the look to pop with contrast. The finished project is a decorative, utilitarian table that is easy to clean. Does this Spark an idea?

Instructions

1

Measure the table to determine how many tiles will be needed for the project. Write down the table measurement to take on the tile shopping trip.

2

Buy enough tile pieces to cover the table. Shop for sales, color and size that will work best for the project. An alternative choice is a colorful mosaic made with broken tiles. Buy bullnose tile to finish the edging.

3

Place the tiles on the tabletop. Arrange the tiles until the design is appropriate for this project. If corners of the tile must be rounded, use tile nippers to carefully snip the pieces off.

4

Remove and stack each row of tiles to keep them in order of placement.

5

Spread mastik or tile adhesive onto a portion of the tabletop according to the package directions. Set the tiles onto the adhesive. Use a level when making rows of tiles to keep them aligned and even.

6

Apply grout to the table top according to product instructions. Let the grout sit until firm. Wipe the grout film that develops on the tiles away with a clean damp sponge. Continue to wipe film until it is gone.