Tile-Top Table

Build a stylish, weather-resistant outdoor table with a tile top. Easy pocket screw joinery makes this weekend project fast, sturdy, and beginner-friendly.

Add style and durability to your outdoor space with this easy-to-build tile-top table. Featuring weather-resistant ceramic tile and sturdy construction, this outdoor table combines great looks with functionality. It’s designed to handle the elements — and everyday use — while giving your patio, deck, or garden area an eye-catching focal point.

The design is simple yet smart, using pocket screws instead of complex joinery to make assembly fast and approachable for any skill level. The entire frame is built from a series of identical components that come together seamlessly to create a solid and stylish table base. The tile inset top is framed with precision and provides a durable, wipe-clean surface perfect for drinks, meals, or potted plants.

Detailed plans walk you through each step, including how to taper and chamfer the legs, assemble the base, and securely mount the ceramic tile. Whether you're looking for a weekend project or a thoughtful handmade gift, this tile-top table delivers both lasting quality and classic outdoor appeal.

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What You Get:

  • 8 printable (digital) pages of step-by-step instructions
  • 30 full color photos, illustrations and exploded views
  • 3-page technique article on pocket hole joinery
  • Cutting diagram and materials list

Project Supplies & Hardware

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Silicone Caulk

Titebond III Wood Glue

Pocket Hole Screws

Pocket Hole Jig