DIY tiled centrepiece

kimamery

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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

Tools

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...

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

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Step 1

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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

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Step 2

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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.

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Step 3

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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.

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Step 5

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

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Step 6

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

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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

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Step 8

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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.

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Step 9

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

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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.

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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