DIY tiled centrepiece

[kimamery]

The finished piece

I love to create mosaic tables and here I made a centrepiece using left over tile and scrap timber I had at home. 
I made this while doing a larger project, so I was able to use up the left over tile adhesive and grout too. 

Materials

https://www.bunnings.com.au/davco-1-5kg-misty-grey-sanitized-grout_p0271855 https://www.bunnings.com.au/davco-10l-grey-one-pot-premixed-tile-adhesive_p6650011?store=8172&gad_s... 

Tools

https://www.bunnings.com.au/qep-75mm-adhesive-square-notch-floor-spreader_p6820178 

Steps

Step 1

Firstly I found a piece of scrap wood and got everything out that I needed. 

Tiles

Adhesive

Adhesive applicator/scraper

Grout

Tape

Sponge

Bucket of water 

Step 2

I then got to work setting the tile pieces down in a pattern I was happy with. I broke a few pieces up using a hammer to create smaller tiles when needed. 

 

Step 3

When I was happy with the pattern, I transferred them off the board so that I could apply the adhesive. I taped around the edge of the board to hold any loose adhesive in place. 
Then using the adhesive scraper, I applied the adhesive and scored lines down the centre like this. 

 

Step 4

 

Step 5

Then I placed each tile back on the board. This is so satisfying to do!

 

Step 6

Once all the pieces were in place. I left it to dry for 24 hours. 

 

Step 7

After the adhesive had set, it was time to grout. 
Once mixed with water, the grout is a thick paste. 
I applied using my gloves hands and pushed into each crevice. 
I then used a damp sponge to smooth it out and remove the excess

 

Step 8

I then left it to dry overnight. 
the following day I used an orbital sander with fine grit sandpaper to smooth off any rough edges and blend the grout into the timber. 

 

Step 9

I then waxed the entire piece using white wax. This sealed the grout and tile and makes it easier to clean. 

 

Step 10

 

And then I set this in the middle of my dining table. It makes a nice setting for flowers, candles, picture frames, or could be used to serve a bowl of chips and dip!

I love this travertine tile, and love how it ties in with my outdoor area tiles. 

[MitchellMc]

Such a cool and unique project, @kimamery! I was thinking of making something similar the other day, then your guide popped up! What a great centerpiece this would make for a table setting.

Thanks so much for sharing, as I trust it will inspire many of our members to give something like this a go. 

Mitchell

[Jason]

Looks fantastic @kimamery. Thanks so much for sharing.

Jason