DIY Black Penny Tile Coffee Table | Modern Builds

[@drumtech98]

I really dig the murdered out look to this table.

[@RobertJKeller]

That thing is SLEEK 👍🏻👍🏻

[@ModernBuilds]

Thanks a lot!!

[@ModernBuilds]

More Bus content is on the way, This was a quick side project while Epoxy is curing for the custom Bathroom Vanity for the bus 🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@mickshowtos8252]

Yes I’ve been hanging out for the next bus project keep up ur good work

[@hyzlifestyle1478]

Can't wait to see the result !!! #excited

[@cameron_scooters7444]

Modern Builds please can you build me a desk if I send you a image

[@jeremiejey3130]

Excited

[@karolgarley]

YES!!! Love This!!! And speaking of epoxy. Can epoxy paint be used over pvc panels (as in a shower)? 🤔

[@Mrsgoose]

You get a surprising amount of hate. I hope you are able to look at those comments constructively, if they offer some valid criticism, or ignore the simply hateful remarks you get. It takes a lot to share your passion on the internet, but almost nothing to comment. Thanks for sharing everything you do, bud 💖

[@ModernBuilds]

The Negativity doesn't bother me. There will always be unhappy people trying to get others to feel the same way!

[@sgsax]

Penny rounds are a great classic look. The black on black is something I never would have thought of for tile, but it turned out looking great! Thanks for sharing!

[@ModernBuilds]

Thanks Seth!!

[@Mrs_Dale]

💖💖💖💖💖 Modern, Slick & Industrial piece of furniture 👍🏻👍🏻

[@nikoknigge4261]

I watched a few of your videos, and they all stand out to me. Not only because of your good designs but also because you discuss your mistakes and because you use basic tools where possible. Thanks!

[@judyfenske1429]

Yes, you got me from the bus build. That was fun for me, work for you.

[@Ihavebeenwatchingyou]

As always with this guy it looks good from a distance.

[@nathanblanchard8897]

Hey people say that about me too! :)

[@olka392]

@@nathanblanchard8897 LMAO ;)

[@IsaacMaganaMusic]

This is for inspiration, man. You can do it and learn from this "mistakes" and make it more refined. But I guess people just love to bitch about everything.

[@unclejoe5865]

@@IsaacMaganaMusic ​ Actually it's a DIY lesson, which SHOULD teach you what to do without the viewer having to come up with their own methods based on the mistakes of the teacher... I really appreciate the time spent making the video and the content itself, but donnie isn't bitching.. he's making a valid observation. It's a really well edited DIY video on making a table that looks really nice from a distance.

[@maxim9875]

@@IsaacMaganaMusic that's a lazy excuse. Taking the time to make this video and diy channel.. you should take the time in showing you van actually do this and do this beautiful. If not, you should not be teaching imo. Sorry if i sound harsh

[@patrickdunn8918]

Love it,,,no coasters. The black is awesome, an the hairpins look great!

[@Maximusrex4575]

I get that you want to keep these more accessible without investing in a lot of tools, but I think getting a wet tile saw and then cutting the edge tiles using the edge lines you made before adhering them would have made a better final result. A thicker flashing, as you mentioned would have been good. A copper flashing might have been interesting with the black. A plunge router/dremmel tied to the string might have made the circle easier. Using the metal band sticking up and doing some colored epoxy might be an interesting table design as well.

[@Lasomie]

ooo i love the idea of copper

[@TarzanArmani007]

All good ideas

[@BruceAUlrich]

Turned out sick, Mike! I love the black on black on black look.

[@jonathonlv]

Anyone else get anxiety from the fact that the tiles aren’t spaced out correctly 😫

[@Jayariee]

What do you mean? He aligned them how they came on the sheet and according to pattern

[@ImTheSuper]

@@Jayariee the space on between should be around 1/8 and he put to close!!!!!!

[@nottix2570]

Yea but after the grout it is barely even noticeable

[@Jayariee]

@@ImTheSuper oh guess i didn't notice

[@Oldguygamer75]

Ya and the hack job of the metal surround. If this was his first table ever it's not bad.

[@bketter5]

Love the use of a phone charger for a draw string to draw a circle

[@ravindradaundkar4899]

For cutting thin metal just flip your wood cutting blade of circular saw, it works great.

[@suryaprakash8981]

I want more bus content

[@BalaMurugan-nb5pe]

Poda kiruku payale

[@bobbiedurham5010]

This looks VERY doable! I think I would take the time to do a "dry placement" of the tiles first. Then I could cut, move, shift wherever I want. I think I'd even do a square one too. A square and round both on the same patio...hmmm! I agree, trying different colors...wow! I bet red would be cool. Great project, thanks!

[@MakerGray]

Classic Modern Builds. I love it!

[@juliahall5173]

I’m so glad I found your page.

[@roxnevad]

Love this! Like so many others have said, I love how much you challenge yourself! You post the process, which can includes mistakes, and comments about what you would do differently in the future. It's so good to see this side of projects! Thanks for being so fun to watch!

[@ModernBuilds]

I appreciate it!! Thanks for watching 🤙🏼

[@abramcollette]

Why do ppl cut a circle from the CENTER of material. So much waste

[@er5490]

Good tip. Most people dont think about it and just go for the center since it feels natural

[@elwees2529]

It looks better.

[@jemmaj2919]

Lol it hurts doesnt it

[@joccee88]

I feel like KZbinrs do this ALOT. It's like they don't even have to think about material cost (/s)

[@keatontm.]

To be honest we know he’ll reuse it at some point

[@annastasiaelley]

That looks so complex but yet super easy, I love watching your projects!

[@ModernBuilds]

Thanks!!!

[@hismusicnme]

Using a plunge router instead of a jig saw will give you a near perfect circle cut 👍🏻

[@themodernbedroomproject4475]

This table looks sweet

[@FurnitureinFashionUK]

Really great design

[@MadiLush]

This was good timing for this project. Recently a local bar was renovating their building. The building is from the early 1900's I went down there to dig thru their dumpster 'cause I remembered they have the original white penny round tiles in the bathrooms. So, I have a bunch of them, but not nearly enough survived to tile my whole bathroom.. But, a coffee table is doable. :)

[@ModernBuilds]

That's so perfect!!! If you build it, send a pic my way!

[@raajradder7054]

Hi you put very nice video on channel

[@leahkubek1831]

So pretty, I would have loved to see gold legs and gold metal banding around the table top

[@toastrecon]

Another interesting thing could be - black penny tiles, and then get white grout and mix up a few different rainbow colors with little batches of the main quantity. You'd have to be careful about the colors mixing, but it could be pretty interesting to have the grout "pop".

[@ModernBuilds]

"rainbow grout"!! I like it... I think i'd try it with white tiles!

[@toastrecon]

@@ModernBuilds Yeah, that would be sweet. Some other extreme ideas: I wonder if you could use some kind of additive that made the grout shine in a blacklight, or adding some of that glow in the dark powder to the grout.

[@WealthblendHQ1205]

Bus update!!! Very excited for it

[@aaronwinter447]

Pretty neat. Wonder how it would be improved if you did it again.

[@VoiceMessages]

Hey man I don’t know if anyone has commented this yet, but I’ve been working with tile for a while and I actually just remodeled my restroom and used penny tile in the shower niche! But if you use this product called speed set it dries in 3 hours and ready to grout in 4 hours I believe! It is great for jobs that you know you can finished in one day !

[@Gdaiva1]

wow, gorgeous!

[@KristenMcGowan]

Wow I love that table top!! Such a good idea

[@crewaxl2697]

I guess I'm pretty off topic but do anybody know a good website to stream newly released tv shows online?

[@randallwesson9577]

@Crew Axl lately I have been using FlixZone. Just google for it =)

[@jayandres1567]

@Randall Wesson Yup, have been using FlixZone for years myself =)

[@crewaxl2697]

@Randall Wesson thank you, I went there and it seems like they got a lot of movies there =) Appreciate it!

[@randallwesson9577]

@Crew Axl No problem :D

[@hassankhokhar204]

I just love your enthusiasm

[@RoseThistleArtworks]

That turned out really cool.

[@caleblastname4189]

Quick set Thin-set hardens way faster depending and it can be for outside (lasts really long). Also, you could get chemical drying thin-set instead of air-drying type so it will dry even covered in grout if its still wet. Doing the tittle things really helps with tile.

[@ModernBuilds]

Good to know! I'll look into it, had no idea

[@ahmedslama3412]

Actually its pretty cool looking

[@timerareno121]

Beautiful

[@PaganWizard]

I really like this A LOT, but there is only one minor change I would have made, and it wouldn't even change the looks of your table at all. I would have painted the underside of the table black, not only to make it blend in, should there ever be a need to look at the underside of the table, but more importantly, to seal and protect the wood. GREAT PROJECT!!!!!!

[@ModernBuilds]

That's a good idea... maybe even paint the bottom before tile goes on so it's easy!

[@gthiesfeld]

Tile nippers might be a better option to cut the edges, for anyone trying this at home.

[@gthiesfeld]

Eh, it's not as noticeable once the grout is in. I love the way this came out! It would make a nice outdoor table.

[@florinb4668]

Why u cut the round piece from the middle of the square one?why not from one corner and you have a bigger piece left to use after?isn't that a waste?

[@Ste74H]

I've incorporated mosaic patterns in some of my projects before and the best way to get a smooth flush tiled edge is to use tile pincers which can be used as the adhesive/grout dries. It's fairly easy to do and doesn't take that much time. If you use a power tool, wait till it's cured and fully dry and clamp it down to minimise movement and cut it with straight passes until it forms a curve, similarly how a circle could be can be cut on a bandsaw if you're less confident than following the line. Overall it looks good.

[@ShopTherapy623]

good from far, but far from good. Cool video!

[@davidurdahl6656]

Nooo, I want more bus content...

[@ModernBuilds]

On the way! I just built this between epoxy pours for the custom bathroom sink/vanity

[@samuelellis2987]

same, im following it to build an RV

[@davidurdahl6656]

@@samuelellis2987 im just a fan of van/bus builds. Someday I'll build myself one.

[@samuelellis2987]

@@davidurdahl6656 cool

[@suryaprakash8981]

Please I need a bus content

[@christines1924]

This is a cool project! I love penny tile and having done all the tilework in this house, I'm excited to try black grout!!!

[@aniduverge8156]

I absolutely love this. I almost want to make a larger table for my backyard.

[@ddutton0]

1-800-Super-pro! All day

[@snotnews]

Wouldn't just trowling on the construction adhesive have saved time and been cleaner.

[@samb8509]

I think a couple of reasons. First I have used that construction adhesive and it starts drying very fast so if he put all of it on and then laid the tiles down it would probably not have adhered to the tiles before drying. Also it comes in a tube so how would one trowl it all on? Squeezing it all out and then spreading it around with a trowl seems like it takes more time than just squeezing it on the back of the tiles. I also think it is easier to see how much you are working with if you are used to squeezing it out since it takes a different amount of regular adhesive than it takes tile mortar to get something to adhere. Squeezing it out on the tile seems way easier and faster than trying to trowl it on.

[@janemh5866]

He even said in the video, he only wanted it on tbe tiles not in the gaps as it would show through, trowelling would end up with it filling between all the tiles

[@nikiley]

If you do another, look into Schluter edge profiles. They come in multiple finishes, and some can be clipped to form a radius.

[@ModernBuilds]

Just googled them!! These might me the perfect ready made product!

[@kevinmoore1253]

I think this was a great idea, I’d like to see you do it in white or another color.

[@joe1een]

NICE..!!! 😍

[@JOELY713]

1-800-SUPER-PRO T-SHIRTS. Make it happen capt'n

[@ModernBuilds]

In the works!!

[@elizabethwillson4911]

@@ModernBuilds oooh

[@stephlrideout]

I can't decide if I like this or if it looks like the floor or a rec centre or both 😂

[@KellyBeth]

Now that you say it, I think both. I still love it, but I can't unsee it now.

[@peachpoprocks]

This is beautiful!!!

[@TallGuyDIY]

Awesome application of material! Creativity on another level. Good stuff Mike

[@michaelcristofano5863]

Like how you alway make lemonade from lemons. How do you stay so clean when doing these projects

[@tommytheriault2920]

Good job Mike!! Looking great!!

[@ma.jeunessakorinnaagustin143]

Sleek! 😍

[@lisag8930]

I can't get over how much your channel has grown! I love your videos! keep it up!

[@ozbayozdemir6384]

Bravoo good job

[@Mattyzetec1]

Ive been a subscriber for a while and it’s made me really love DIY and not be afraid to try things! I’m insulating my shed and lining the walls with plywood and then building a nice workbench with 3x2’s and everything is going perfectly by watching your videos 👌👍 Thank you!

[@ModernBuilds]

That's the coolest thing to hear and I'm glad it's going well!!! 🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@bobbiedurham5010]

I want to insulate our metal shed. Any suggestions?

[@Casey-uh8uo]

Damn you DIY stuff but you're also so upbeat about it and I love that, the positivity is infectious 🧡

[@ModernBuilds]

That's so awesome!! Thanks!

[@tianabass]

LOVEE THISSS! 😍 Your videos make me feel like I can DIY everything 🥰🤣😅

[@scottwagner3868]

Me to it is boss but like the mint bus better😉

[@abdullaa4428]

No you cant hes a professional youre not

[@iliafasolo8726]

@@abdullaa4428 rude!

[@iliafasolo8726]

same here ahahahah it seems like everything is sooo easy!

[@ModernBuilds]

That's so awesome!! You definitely can!!

[@GabeSchultz1]

This is so cool!! Love the black!

[@jemmaj2919]

It turned out pretty cool, i think a little contrast of colour, would be interesting to try

[@alexc.239]

After a recent table project I've seen, I can suggest you to sell it for 1 million dollars.

[@ModernBuilds]

haha!!

[@alekkela6070]

The $6000 table right? 🤣🤣

[@er5490]

Lol that plywood table was a rip ofr

[@snotnews]

Yeah, Ben was definitely flexing about ripping off a client.

[@nicko198718]

What's the info on this?

[@josephtwilley7187]

It looks like one of those entrance way floor mats.

[@alsanova]

That's look awesome! I like it! 👍👍

[@MichaelKieweg]

Just looking at yor Kintsugi-Project. Golden grout and black or dark blue tile would look impressive.

[@JAMILAD]

U think u can make a diamond shape table . How cool is that

[@julias259]

Very cool table. Loving the bus project, but enjoy diy that we can all try! Thanks for another great one!

[@akoposiloren9524]

I'm so inspired with this video. I'm going to the nearest hardware now to make one too. Thanks

[@ModernBuilds]

Do it!! oh tag me too

[@dennisschickling5759]

Nice work. #STAYSAFE

[@hartogman]

Mike! Your projects are amazing and inspiring. Keep up the good work!!!

[@abdullaa4428]

Shut up

[@abdullaa4428]

He doesn’t care about comments

[@ModernBuilds]

Will Do, Thanks!!

[@jemmaj2919]

@@abdullaa4428 surely not the shite comments like yours

[@randallpachoud1230]

I love this one , super easy and looks awesome.

[@JTWoodworks]

So sick!! Really cool project

[@ModernBuilds]

Thanks Johnny!!

[@carmandr24]

Damn that looks cool!

[@ModernBuilds]

Thanks!!

[@bboyrusk]

Шикарно!!

[@shurahbilmahmudulhassan1742]

I AM GROWT.

[@tiller6609]

Nice

[@jakejohnson_]

Really like the look of this. Think you could get a similar look, with less work, using penny dot flooring. Would just need to stick it on and cut off the edge.

[@viwemagwaza9778]

Amazing. How about making a storage mirror cube for a challenge! Plzzzzzzz 😍

[@ModernBuilds]

hmmm, that's a cool idea!

[@WhosNathaniel]

"On modeerrnnnnn buiilllddss"

[@whazee]

I really like the look of this! Playing with the colours would be so much fun. 😀👍

[@GarrettCrosgrove]

Sick!!!

[@oathman1]

Like it no doubts But 6 out of ten is good enough Keep up good work

[@nathanstephenson7917]

Get a pair of tile nippers. Cut the tiles right where you want, clean break!

[@aristothethrone9032]

I wonder if anyone as made a penny chessboard. black ad white tiles with the blue grout. *chills*

[@toddsedlak]

Make that circle cut with a router on the end of a board with the other end on a pivot pin in the center of your material. You wasted a ton of time and got an imperfect shape.

[@the_jonathan_o]

Have you tried using a diamond file. It takes care of the tiles no problem.

[@ModernBuilds]

I haven't but I'm about to google them!

[@FredMcIntyre]

Looks awesome Mike, great job! 😍👌🏻👍🏻👊🏻

[@ModernBuilds]

Thanks a lot Fred!!

[@MeteoricMarlin]

I have a piece of plywood I’ve been wondering what to do with and this is perfect. I’m thinking a black on black top like yours but with a bright neon orange edge would look awesome.

[@reaper_6942]

I want more bus project

[@Oksycreates]

nice bru

[@PatrickHRoss]

What a build, I want to try this

[@chescaalston1454]

Love this build.

[@nadiasyahindah2080]

my trypophobia self could never

[@tahirsutube]

❤️ It! Looks great!

[@LisaCSwain]

Hi Mike, you always do such great videos and this is another! The issue that you had with cutting the tile at the edge is a valuable lesson to present. That black grout almost looks slate-like where it's wider, so it might have been good to remove a few more of the penny tiles all the way around. I think if I were to recreate this, I'd probably make the table shape a hexagon though. Looking forward to more of your videos. TFS

[@ModernBuilds]

Thanks Lisa, that totally makes sense! 😁