Swimming Pool Scene TILING & MOSAICS
ABOVE: The benefits of tiles and mosaics reach far beyond aesthetics alone. Pic: Designworks Tiles.
interior design sector, which is trickling down to the leisure and wellbeing industry too.” Porcelain tiles especially are extremely resilient for use in a number of applications. They can be used both internally and externally, making them the ideal application for poolside areas. Their characteristics mean that surfaces will be durable, while looking stylish for many years to come.
SPECTACULAR FINISHES
Glass mosaics are also a great solution for pool tiling. Glass is non- porous and, when mosaic sheets are applied alongside the correct grout and adhesives, can be used within the pool itself to create a spectacular finish that will remain water resistant for many years. A range that is making particular waves at Waxman Ceramics at
ABOVE: A competitive tiling and mosaics sector now offers the pool industry the biggest and best choice of products ever available. Pic: Designworks Tiles.
the moment is Print glass mosaic, which is available in three natural stone effects. The effect is created by printing a unique pattern on each individual mosaic tile, so they adopt the look of a completely different material, all the while maintaining the durable qualities of glass. The new print range offers the sought after natural stone effect upon a glass tile, so it can be fully submerged should pool designers wish.
“Using metallic to add an element of luxury is also a key design trend at the moment. From small accents in living spaces to grand gestures in commercial design, the use of coppers, golds and silvers is making a huge impact on tiles and mosaics,” says Julian. “Shapes are also becoming extremely popular. Standard squares and rectangles are seeing fierce competition from the more
Tanby Pools re-designed the outdoor pool at a private residence in the South East, as part of a wider renovation of the property. Formerly a roman end design, the 11m x 5m pool was looking dated and in need of complete makeover. The Tanby Pools team transformed the pool and the surrounding area to
achieve the modern and contemporary feel that the client required.
The pool features Magalia mosaic tiles from Designworks, which are complemented by the Twilight coping stones and full width steps, supplied by Pollet Pool Group.
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