Grouting the table

This picture shows the first of the grout installed on the table. Now you can see that this is a pretty modern looking table. The two different shades of color from the two different glass tiles really make this table a true original.
Glass tiles need to be spaced at least 1/8" apart from each other. These tiles are irregular and so when the closest points of two tiles meet the other edges of those pcs. may veer away from one another leaving a gap larger than 1/8". In this case you would need to use a sanded grout b/c the grout lines are larger than 1/8". However, the glass is too soft and will scratch from the sand in the grout.
The owner was aware of this beforehand and is only using the table for the placement of non-movable objects like a lamp or coasters. All with felt padding of course.
We used non-sanded grout and will be applying a second coat to make up for shrinkage of the first. Another option would be to use an additive with the grout. Commonly a latex additive. We'll get the table cleaned up tomorrow and have another picture up soon.

Sides

I should mention the that the tile in the previous photo is 4"x12" glass.
This photo shows the sides of the table being installed.

Tiling the Top

Here's the top of the table tiled. I'll let it cure for a day and then tile the sides tomorrow. Should give me some time to go pick up the legs for this project. In most cases the legs are ordered ahead of time because they're custom made for the table. In this case the client is fine with one of the more standard selections.

The 3rd. Step

In this photo you can see I added ditra mat to the sides of the table.
With multiple layers of substrates there is a larger risk of the tile around the table sides craking. Having the ditra in place will seperate it from those layers.

This second photo shows two pcs. of denshield adhered to the plywood with TEC Superflex and nails. The reason for the additional denshield is because of the style of tile around the perimeter of this table.
The reason to use the denshield is to keep the table as light as possible.
It's not common to add denshield on top of each other but I'm possitive this will become very strong.

A Project In Motion - Table

I'll put up some photos of my most recent table construction project and create a project in motion. Unfortunately with the blogs style of timeline it will resemble the reading of the construstion backwards unless i save the pics till i'm done and put them up in reverse order. I think I'll just trust you'll figure it out and enjoy it all the same.
The first picture is of the construction of the top of the table. Or rather, the base for the top, which of course will be tile.
We first fasten two pcs. of 3/4" plywood together using construction adhesive and screws. You need enough strength so the table won't bend or deflect at all. If it were longer you may even use some sort of bracing.

Tables are here!

Here's an interesting table piece that will show the possibilities of tile, stone, and glass that Smooth Surface Tile & Stone is producing on a custom basis.

As you can see, this little table fits in perfectly with the space. The legs blend in with the rest of the home's trim and the top made of two different colors of glass blend with the walls perfectly while also adding a colorful element.
The tiled entry can stand alone and be a centerpiece itself.

Smooth Surface Tile & Stone is proud to feature the addition of customized tables built to suit your specific needs and reflect your personal design elements. We will assist you with the selection of the perfect style of wooden or metal legs along with your choice of glass, tile and/or stone.