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 Razaxe Posts: 2 Joined: Sep 17, 2009 |
Posted: Sep 17, 2009 10:43 PM
Msg. 1 of 4
Recently completed my patio, now I would like to build a couple of tables made out of a concrete base, and use tile for the top. What is the best premix cement to use, the tables will be 24" x 24" and 24 x 48" and 2" thick. I am in the Midwest, there is thawing and freezing in the winter. Also, how would ---or--- this there an exterior cement backer board 1/4" thick that I could mount to a 1/4" thick plywood, then tile, would this work, and more practical than cement tables? I have seen faux and stone tiled tables, and BBQ's on the market. Since I made my patio, I thought I would also make the tables to go with the patio.
I am planning to build a 24 x 24" and a 24 X 48" tiled patio tables for the back yard. I have tried a couple of premix concrete. Not pleased with the outcome of the base. What is the best premix to use? Also, would a 1/4" cement backer board on a 1/4" plywood work? I was thinking concrete is a better idea, but heavy. Will either of these stand up to the midwest weather, of freeze and thaw? Thank you in advance for your time. Attachments:
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spacerman  Posts: 457 Joined: Jul 22, 2008 
Tile It Right To Give It Might ("TIRTGIM") |
Posted: Sep 18, 2009 12:07 AM
Msg. 2 of 4
"NO" tiling over plywood of anykind outdoors. Cement Boards (CBU) are fine if you can fasten them securely to a stiff galvanized metal framework. I would opt to beef the "CBU" up to 1/2" stock. You could use stainless steel tappered head bolts and nuts or all weather epoxy or use both. Why are you showing a metal table in your photo if you intend to build cement bases for your tables? Armen Tavy
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Razaxe Posts: 2 Joined: Sep 17, 2009 |
Posted: Sep 18, 2009 08:49 AM
Msg. 3 of 4
Armen,
That was the only picture I had of this part of the patio, I wanted to show part of the patio why I would like to go with a cement and tiled table to match the patio, the metal table was in the picture to show how it doesn't really go with the space. Anyone know of a premix concrete that I can use that is light weight for my project. That will be 2" thick. |
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spacerman Posts: 457 Joined: Jul 22, 2008
Tile It Right To Give It Might ("TIRTGIM") |
Posted: Sep 18, 2009 04:08 PM
Msg. 4 of 4
Go to "Google" and look up "Perlight Concrete block" for a light weight concrete that will amaze you. I used to use this mix for shower walls when I was still an active tile installer. It substitutes "Perlight" a very light weight filler material, similar to "Vermeculight" used in plant soil mixes, instead of "sand". Armen Tavy
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