PINK TERRAZZO MIX Tools & materials nS afety equipment (disposable gloves, mask, and eye protection) n Round plastic basin n Insect mesh offcut n Large and small spatulas n Measuring jug n Mould (we used a 780mm x 365mm plastic pot saucer) n Rubber trowel n Spray bottle with water n Cloths n Small paintbrush n Off-white builder’s cement n Washed sand n White and red oxide n Bonding agent n Coloured crushed mosaic glass n 120- and 180-grit wet and dry abrasive paper n Natural-look concrete sealer
MAKE A TABLE
1 To make terrazzo mix, cover an old basin with insect mesh. Use a large spatula to sieve three parts off-white cement, one part sand and one part oxide (three parts white, one part red). Tip: To fill a 780mm x 365mm plastic pot saucer mould, use a 1L jug to measure the parts into a 16L basin.
2 In a jug, combine one part bonding agent with four parts water. Pour small amounts into the dry mix, combining until it has the smooth consistency of toothpaste, discarding any leftover solution. Tip: Pour 200ml bonding agent into a 1L jug and top with 800ml water.
3 To make the tabletop, sprinkle crushed mosaic glass evenly over the base of the mould. Use a small spatula to dollop concrete directly onto the glass, without moving the pieces. Tip: To make our table, we used a 135g box of Rose Quartz crushed glass.
4 When the base is covered, add another layer of concrete to fill the mould to 30mm deep, spreading it evenly. Agitate the mould to remove air bubbles, lightly smooth the surface with a rubber trowel and leave to dry overnight. Remove the mould and leave to cure for 24 hours.
5 Spritz with water and smooth the edges with 120-grit wetand-dry abrasive paper, sand over the top with 180-grit abrasive paper, then wipe away dust with a damp cloth. Brush with two coats of concrete sealer and leave to dry. Tip: The top of the table is the face formed by the mould.
6 To make the base, cut 9mm MDF panel to 710mm x 300mm, smooth the edges with 180-grit abrasive paper and wipe away dust. Spray paint the MDF and metal legs with light, even coats, leaving to dry after each. Centre the legs upside down on the MDF, marking them 100mm in from the ends.
DIY TOOLKIT
You’ll also need... nC ircular saw with straightedge nC ombination square and pencil n Drill with driver bit n Four quick-grip clamps n 900mm x 600mm x 9mm MDF panel• n Two 450mm x 300mm x 200mm bench seat furniture legs n Self-priming spray paint n High-strength construction adhesive n 8G x 13mm button screws
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1 Bastion washed sand in White, I/N: 0760529. 2 Australian Builders off white cement, $11.70/20kg, I/N: 0135870. 3 Mandala Art mosaic decor glass in Rose Quartz Crush, $9.98/135g, I/N: 0209795. 4 Avista cement colouring oxide in White, $16.50/1kg, I/N: 0760496. 5 Avista cement colouring oxide in Brick Red, $16.50/1kg, I/N: 0760498. 6 DTA pointed rubber trowel, $18.49, I/N: 6655396. 7 Pro Renovator measuring cup set, $8.99/pack of 3, I/N: 1662536. 8 Selleys ‘Liquid Nails’ clear construction adhesive, $11.49/80g, I/N: 1232438. Some products are not available at all Bunnings stores, but may be ordered.
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7 Apply fast-drying, highstrength construction adhesive over the leg plates, reposition and secure with 13mm screws, leaving for half an hour to dry. Flip the leg assembly upright, apply adhesive over the MDF base and centre the tabletop, clamping and leaving to dry.
