{"product_id":"ron-black-custom-concrete-chess-tables","title":"Ron Black Custom Concrete Chess Tables","description":"Environment friendly chess tables by Ron Black turn recycled material into eye-catching tables to enjoy the beauty of chess and help the environment at the same time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGranite or marble squares are surrounded by a creative mix of recycled glass and Portland cement. Every finished table surface is a unique work of art, measuring 24 inches square and 2 inches in depth. The fiber reinforced unique cement formula is a mix so strong that 8-15000 pounds instead of the normal 5000 PSI could be applied. The design process for each table includes precisely crafting the mold, customizing the cement color mixture, glass, and granite or marble selection. A pour sits overnight and the moisture is carefully controlled. Each square has proper spacing to allow them to settle and avoid air pockets. The 7 step grinding and polishing process ranges from 50 grit wet grinding to 3000 grit wet polishing for a beautiful finish. It is finally sealed with multiple coats of hand applied Sikagard concrete sealer. Cold and heat are fine, locally temperatures swing from 18 F to well over 100 F.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGet creative with the way table surfaces are displayed, but keep in mind that each one is 90-95 pounds so it is important for safety reasons that if it's on a table it has four legs not three. There are a few styles available for special order, or you can supply your own. (see Table Bases below)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRon can be creative with each table, for example one of the tables he built had nine cobalt blue droplets. He can crush the glass into sand as well as color the Portland cement. Customizations are available and they do impact the price. Tables start at $750 and go up in price if extensive customizations are ordered. Each table is a unique, handmade, true original, no two are the same. Table tops are made with white or gray cement, and you can provide a concrete color from the pigment chart. An exact color match is not guaranteed due to the many variables involved with concrete, but Ron is skilled \u0026amp; experienced in providing a quality product beyond your expectations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cinline style=\"font-size: 18px; color: red;\"\u003e*\u003c\/inline\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cu\u003eSTARTING\u003c\/u\u003e: the first step is deciding on a concrete pigment. This photo shows a tan, green, and dark gray. The other standard colors are black, white, and beige. If you want to be extra creative with special colors in the Concrete Pigment Color Chart below, these require a special quote since it adds from 1-5 pounds additional pigment at a cost of around $40\/lb.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1297\/3303\/files\/Redding-custom-concrete.jpg?v=1493681818\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cu\u003eSTEP 2:\u003c\/u\u003e The next step is to check the boxes of recycled glass colors you would like. Usually 2-3, but any number is fine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cu\u003eSTEP 3:\u003c\/u\u003e Choose from the granite and marble swatches for both the light and dark squares. A few cost extra due to very limited supply and very attractive properties.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cu\u003eSTEP 4:\u003c\/u\u003e Mention any special Inlays you might like. (a name, special design, a favorite coin. Use your originality.)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cu\u003eSTEP 5:\u003c\/u\u003e Decide how you will support the table with a base. Your own, a powdercoated steel, or handforged base.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTable mold is 24\" x 24\" and 2\" in depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSquare size is 1 7\/8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere is 2\" from the squares to the edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConcrete: grey or white with as many colors of glass as you want in the cement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlass color: clear white, cobalt blue, emerald green, grass green, hunter green, olive green, olive yellow, root beer brown and sea foam green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSquares: recycled granite or marble. Since we are recycling we cannot guarantee the availability of granite and marble selections but we will do the best to fulfill the customer's selection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e90-95 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLead Time and Delivery Cost:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow three weeks for production time and delivery. Tables ship via FedEx anywhere in the US 48 states currently. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e$150 flat rate.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e After curing, table tops are sealed with Sikagard Natural Look Sealer, a professional high quality natural, look clear sealer. Sikagard protects against the elements, such as water and chlorides. Sikagard improves resistance to dirt and reduces the growth of fungi and moss. It provides superior penetrating ability and long lasting protection. Reseal it every two years if the table is going to be outdoors. It is recommended that the Sikagard is poured on and rubbed into the table with gloved hands. Clean the table with rubbing alcohol at any time when needed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTable Bases (optional)\u003c\/h2\u003eTable tops do not include a table base. But table bases can be ordered and customized to your liking. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand Forged\u003c\/strong\u003e table bases are created by a local blacksmith and start at $975.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1297\/3303\/files\/Redding-custom-concrete-1.jpg?v=1493681937\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnother style, \u003cstrong\u003ePowder Coated\u003c\/strong\u003e steel with adjustable leveling legs for those uneven surfaces. It is 24\" x 24\" x 18\" high. The table base is constructed of 1 1\/2\" and 2\" square tubing with a flat bar border to prevent the concrete table top from sliding off the base. The table base is professionally welded, sandblasted and powder coated. 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