My best effort. If you look closely you can see that something is set in the dark wood. The butterfly leaf has the same tile and grout.
How do I put an impermeable clear surface on unglazed tile and grout?
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I purchased the perfect butterfly leaf table. After I assembled it, I realized everything would stain and mar the beautiful unglazed tile and grout inlaid on the table top. What product and method can I use to seal and protect the table top?
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Google epoxy finishes. They produce a beautiful impervious finish.
I would use something for masonry,,,, while I love epoxy, don't think its appropriate for this.... http://www.acehardware.com/product/index.jsp?productId=1398993&KPID=1156558&cid=CAPLA:G:Shopping_-_Catch_All_-_DT&pla=pla_1156558&k_clickid=33a595da-fe06-4e02-b3d4-9f982708a6a9&gclid=CjwKCAiArrrQBRBbEiwAH_6sNEa82pDYAdM_9ur4gqOvo2Y97YXWhHgAKJe5maAogrgkwQEDOH2jhhoC37wQAvD_BwE
Ace hardware, made for masonry.
I dont know how it will work for tile, but I wanted an impermeable strong clear surface on a decopauged counter top recently. I used a two part resin glaze. Its in a spot where we dump keys, groceries, and our dog perches there. It is 70 times stronger and thicker than polyeurethane and holds up amazing against all abuse and potential scratches.
If you do find out how to glaze it will you let me know? My kitchen and two bathrooms have the unfinished natural tile, although it’s pretty, it’s a pain in the neck to keep clean. I have tried seve tile maintenance products and it just doesn’t do the trick for me. I want to seal them. Thanks for any suggestions.
Are you sure it's not treated? Unless the manufacturer specifically stated not cured, they probably are. Test an area with plain water and see if it beads up on the grout and tile. The new grouts have a sealer built in. If it sinks in, the suggestions above are good. If it sits, they're sealed.
I used this to seal a concrete top of a coffee table that is in a beauty shop. As far as I know it has held up well. It did not discolor the concrete but it makes water bead up when dropped on it. I did test the underside before using it on the top and there was no discoloration after it had dried. www.lowes.com/pd/Miracle-Sealants-Company-511-Impregnator-16-fl-oz-Natural-Stone-Indoor-Floor-Sealer-Pour-Bottle/50334093 good luck
If the table doesn't expand you can have a glass top cut to size for the table. Get the get the clear silicone / rubber dots for the corners and edges. Easy to clean and keep up. I have a glass insert dining room table top and has never scratched. For the leaf you can have 3 pieces cut...two for the table one for the leaf. Ask the Glazier what thickness of glass to use for the table if you decide to do this. Good luck.
Lowe's has a great sealer for tile/grout.
Home Depot or Lowes should have them where the floor protectors are. I use them for everything. Good luck.
I WOULD GO WITH THE GLASS
The 511 is good for general sealing. There is nothing that will be totally permanant. The 511 will work but it will have to be reapplied periodically. There will be people who tell you different but do not believe! Simply spray on and wipe off. Repeat. Let dry thoroughly. It won't change the color but there are different formats like glossy and matte. Been in residential construction 30 years, thats the best i know for general sealing.
Orhttp://www.michaels.com/envirotex-lite-pour-on-high-gloss-finish/M10178984.html
Or Rust-Oleum super glaze. Good luck👍
I would use a piece of glass!