Table Nest

lowandslow

So.....I went to re-varnish my table this weekend.  Upon removing the 2 layers of ceramic tile I used for a base, I found table to be scorched underneath the tiles.   I replaced the cedar boards and now have a table nest.  

Is it OK to just have just the table nest on the cedar, or do I need fire brick below in addition to the nest?  Obviously both would be best, but I would prefer just to have the table nest on the cedar for a cleaner look, but also do not want to burn down the neighborhood.

feef706

This has been a hot topic, the recommendation is a paver on the wood and legs to provide an air gap between the egg and paver. Any pics of the scorch?

 Hope this helps, others will chime in.

StillH2OEgger

I don't have a paver under my table nest and there has been no discoloration whatsoever. The wood on my table doesn't even get warm underneath.

pgprescott

lowandslow said:

So.....I went to re-varnish my table this weekend.  Upon removing the 2 layers of ceramic tile I used for a base, I found table to be scorched underneath the tiles.   I replaced the cedar boards and now have a table nest.  

Is it OK to just have just the table nest on the cedar, or do I need fire brick below in addition to the nest?  Obviously both would be best, but I would prefer just to have the table nest on the cedar for a cleaner look, but also do not want to burn down the neighborhood.

I disagree with the thinking that the paver is "obviously best" the paver holds heat and transfers it to the wood without any airflow between the paver and the wood. I believe you are better off without it. Air gap/ flow is your friend. 

Miked125

I have a table nest without the paver, no discolouration in the wood and I can hold my hand under the egg on the wood when the egg is at high temps. I have had this setup for 3+ years 

lowandslow

Awesome.  Thank you for the feedback everyone!

Sorry.  No pics of the scorch.  I should have but was too lazy, being the real feel temperature was 112 degrees with high humidity that day.