By Jennifer Taylor

Almost all old tables are worn out, particularly the table top. Other people tend to purchase new tables to replace the old ones, however, there are also people who redesign their old table top and discover them very fascinating. There are also companies who deal with kitchen refurbishment. They can give you points and assist you revive a new look for your old kitchen table.

Table tops can be created from hardwood, stainless steel, glass, or granite materials. Use the material that fits with the rest of your kitchen surfaces. Table tops can also come in different shapes. Round or oval shape has more benefits in kitchen area. Round and oval shapes are better since these shapes have no sharp corners that can hurt you and your kids. You can also easily add space for additional person joining your group.

Make a new table top made from tiles. Set the tiles on table top and cut the excess tiles. Utilising a tile file, smooth the rough edge of the tiles. With ceramic adhesives at the back, pin the tiles on the table top. Apply grout on the tiles and into the gaps. Let it settle for 2 days before applying a sealer.

Make a new look for the table top using a cloth. Trim down the fabric that will fit the size of the table top. Using decoupage glue, bond the cloth on the table top. Then, put high-gloss shellac for cloth protection. Use tacks or cut glass to border the fabric on table top.

To create a new look for your wood table top, try to refinish it. Using a scraper, scrape off the old finish. After that, smooth it with sandpaper. Use polyurethane coating on the table top. Let it dry and put on the second layer coating of polyurethane. Repeat these until you get three-layer coating.

Nowadays, new designs for table top evolved. Aside from its functionality for food preparation, writing, and eating, it may also be furnished with full power points, and possibly even a sink with water and drainage outlets. It can also be secured solidly to the kitchen floor.

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