Affordable Stone Tables

Affordable Stone Tables

DIY Luxury: How to Create an Affordable Granite, Marble, or Quartz Table with Tilia Creations

Looking for a beautiful, custom stone table without the designer price tag? At Tilia Creations, we make it simple to create your luxurious granite, marble, Dekton, or quartz table at a fraction of the cost. With one of our high-quality, design-led table bases and a stone slab sourced from a local worktop manufacturer, you can build a timeless piece that fits your style and budget.

Here’s how to do it:

Step 1: Choose Your Table Base from Tilia Creations

Start with the foundation: your table base. At Tilia Creations, we offer a wide range of handcrafted bases in contemporary, industrial, and minimalist styles. Whether you’re going for a sleek, modern look or something more rustic, our bases are built to handle the weight of stone and designed to impress.

Things to consider:

  • Shape: Round, rectangular, oval? Choose based on your space and seating needs.

  • Size: Measure your intended tabletop dimensions and select a base that provides proper support.

  • Finish: Our powder-coated steel finishes work beautifully with natural stone.

Step 2: Source a Stone Slab from a Local Worktop Manufacturer

Here’s the secret to making this project affordable: use a remnant slab from a stone countertop supplier or kitchen fabricator. These are off-cuts from larger kitchen projects—often high-end materials at significantly lower prices.

What to ask for:

  • Material: Granite, marble, Quartz, Dekton or even porcelain.

  • Thickness: Usually, 12mm, 20mm, or 30mm is standard.

  • Edge finish: Some suppliers can polish or bevel the edges for a professional look.

  • Cut to size: Ask if they can cut the slab to your desired tabletop dimensions.

Step 3: Match the Slab to the Base

Once your slab is cut and polished, it’s time to bring it all together. Our table bases are designed to make installation simple. Using a sheet of plywood as the sub-top, the slab will simply rest securely on the ply with a bead of silicone adhesive between. We can help supply the plywood, cut-to-size with the edges and underside painted. Click here for more info

Step 4: Style Your Custom Table

You’ve just created a bespoke, high-end stone table. Congratulations! Now it’s time to style it.

  • Dining table: Pair it with modern or vintage chairs for an eclectic look.

  • Coffee table: Add books, candles, or a plant for a cozy vibe.

  • Console table: Perfect for entryways or hallways with a vase or artwork.

Why This Works

✔️ Affordable: Save hundreds by using stone remnants
✔️ Customisable: Choose the exact size, colour, and look you want
✔️ Durable: Stone is long-lasting and easy to maintain
✔️ Designer Style: Get the high-end aesthetic without the markup

Ready to Build Your Own?

Browse our full range of table bases here and start your DIY journey today. If you need help choosing the right base for your project, get in touch - we’d love to help you create something beautiful.

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