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Pool Tiles
The Key to Stunning Pool Design
Redefine Your Pool’s Look with Custom Tile Designs
Tiles are more than just a decorative element—they define your pool’s aesthetic, durability, and long-term performance. Whether you want a sleek, modern design or a natural, textured look, the right swimming pool tiles can transform your backyard into a visually striking retreat.
At California Pools & Landscape, we offer a wide range of high-quality tile options designed to withstand Arizona’s climate while enhancing the beauty of your pool. From elegant glass mosaics to durable porcelain finishes, our experts will help you choose the perfect style to complement your backyard.
Why Tiles Are Essential for Your Pool Design
Pool tiles do more than just elevate the visual appeal of your swimming pool. They play a vital role in protecting surfaces from water damage, chemical exposure, and temperature fluctuations, ensuring long-lasting beauty and performance. With Arizona’s intense sun and high temperatures, selecting UV-resistant, non-porous tiles ensures a long-lasting, fade-resistant finish that remains beautiful for years.
Waterline Tiles
Waterline tile is a functional and stylish accent that adds visual appeal while preventing staining and buildup at the water’s edge. Available in a variety of colors, textures, and patterns, it enhances the overall design of your pool while making maintenance easier. Whether you prefer sleek glass, natural stone, or classic ceramic, waterline tile brings a polished, finished look to any pool.
Step Trim Tiles
Step trim tile adds both safety and style by providing a distinct visual marker along pool steps and benches. This feature enhances visibility, making entry and exit points easier to navigate while offering a custom design detail that complements your pool’s interior finish. Available in contrasting colors and materials, step trim tile blends practicality with a high-end aesthetic.
Mosaic Tiles
Mosaic pool tiles create stunning, one-of-a-kind designs that transform your pool into a true work of art. Whether showcasing vibrant sea life, geometric patterns, or custom logos, these hand-crafted tiles add depth, personality, and luxury to any pool design. Built for durability and long-lasting color, mosaic tiles make an eye-catching statement that stands the test of time.
Best Pool Tiles for Arizona’s Heat
Arizona’s extreme heat calls for UV-resistant, heat-reflective pool tiles that stay cool and resist fading. Porcelain tiles are durable, non-porous, and reflect sunlight to reduce heat. Glass tiles maintain vibrant colors without UV damage, while light-colored stone options like travertine and limestone stay cooler than darker materials. Glass and porcelain mosaics add style while resisting thermal expansion. Choosing lighter shades helps keep your pool’s surface comfortable even in the hottest months.
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Choosing the Right Pool Tile Finish: Glossy, Matte, Textured or Smooth?
Your pool’s tile finish does more than just affect its look—it plays a big role in how your pool feels, how safe it is, and even how much maintenance it needs. Whether you want a sleek, reflective surface that shimmers in the sun or a natural, slip-resistant texture for added safety, the right finish helps bring your pool design to life.
Glossy Finishes for a Vibrant Look
Glossy tiles enhance light reflection, creating a luminous effect that makes water appear deeper and more dynamic. Glass pool tiles, in particular, amplify this effect, producing a shimmering, jewel-like quality. These tiles are often used for waterline accents, feature walls, or full-pool applications where a high-end, polished look is desired. While visually stunning, glossy finishes can become slippery when wet, making them better suited for vertical surfaces or decorative elements rather than high-traffic areas.
Matte Finishes for a Natural Appearance
Matte tiles offer a subdued, elegant look that blends seamlessly with modern and organic pool designs. Unlike glossy finishes, matte tiles diffuse light, creating a softer effect on the water’s surface. Porcelain and natural stone tiles in matte finishes are excellent for achieving a resort-like aesthetic while providing a non-slip surface for added safety. They work well for pool decks, steps, and benches, maintaining their texture even when wet.
Textured Tiles for Safety & Traction
For areas where slip resistance is essential, textured finishes provide extra grip without sacrificing style. These finishes are common in porcelain and stone pool tiles, making them ideal for steps, tanning ledges, and shallow areas where swimmers frequently walk or lounge. Textured tiles not only improve safety but also add depth and character to the overall pool design. For homeowners seeking both practicality and beauty, a textured finish ensures a comfortable and secure swimming experience.
Smooth Pool Tiles for a Modern Finish
Smooth pool tiles create a refined, polished look that enhances the clarity and depth of your pool water. Available in glossy or matte finishes, these tiles offer a sleek surface that complements contemporary pool designs. Glossy finishes reflect light beautifully, giving the water a shimmering effect, while matte finishes provide a more understated, elegant aesthetic. Beyond aesthetics, smooth tiles are easy to clean and resist algae buildup, making maintenance simple.
Easy Maintenance Tips for Pool Tiles
Keeping your pool tiles in top condition is simple with regular care. Brush tiles weekly to prevent calcium buildup and algae growth, especially along the waterline. Use a mild cleaner and a soft brush or sponge to remove dirt without damaging the surface. For stubborn stains, a mixture of baking soda and water can help break down residue. Regularly balancing your pool’s pH and calcium levels prevents scaling and discoloration, keeping your tiles looking pristine for years to come.
How Long Do Pool Tiles Last?
Keeping your pool tiles in top condition is simple with regular care. Brush tiles weekly to prevent calcium buildup and algae growth, especially along the waterline. Use a mild cleaner and a soft brush or sponge to remove dirt without damaging the surface. For stubborn stains, a mixture of baking soda and water can help break down residue. Regularly balancing your pool’s pH and calcium levels prevents scaling and discoloration, keeping your tiles looking pristine for years to come.
Material Quality
Porcelain and glass are non-porous and highly resistant to chemical exposure, making them the most durable options.
Climate Conditions
Arizona’s extreme heat and UV exposure can cause some tiles, especially darker-colored stone, to retain heat and wear faster.
Chemical Balance
Maintaining proper pH and calcium levels in your pool prevents scaling, staining, and premature tile deterioration.
Installation Quality
Professionally installed tiles with high-quality grout and adhesives are less likely to crack, chip, or loosen over time.
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Warren Price
Excellent work and service. Had our pool installed 5 years ago. Still great.
Marc Steadman
Nicholas was the project manager for our pool/yard remodel and stayed involved from beginning to end. His design analysis and expertise was always appreciated. But most of all we were thankful that Nicholas took personal responsibility that our project would end well. We could always count on Nicholas to respond quickly, and to find the right person to get our concerns resolved. Thank you.
Michelle W.
Our pool was just finished last week and the whole project went so smooth. The most stressful part was the design but our designer, Jacob was very patient with us and helped up design our dream pool. We had absolutely zero complaints once construction started. Darrin made sure that the process was very smooth. If we had any questions or concerns he was on it and we were always able to get in touch with him. Communication was great and you can tell he really cares about the end project. California pools has a great team set up to make sure your pool is everything you dreamed of.
Cynthia Graham
Our pool project was just completed. Cal Pools helped us with design, materials and all labor. Chuck, the project manager, was knowledgeable and professional; terrific to work with. Donna, our job coordinator, answered all our questions promptly, and made the whole process enjoyable. Work with them again in a heartbeat! BEAUTIFUL pool.
Kate L.
Our supervisor was Nathan Reyes and he is my reason for this 5 star review. Nathan was truly the best!! Our designer left half way through the project but Nathan never missed a beat and got everything done and more!! Thank you Nathan and California Pools did an amazing job.
Marilyn
We love our pool. Steve ,our construction manager, is a stickler for detail. Making sure everything is done right. Answering our concerns. And making sure everything was done to our liking. It was a pleasure working with both Steve and Jessica. I think the scheduling could be a little tighter but we would recommend California Pools to anyone looking to build their dream pool.
Craig Noel
I am one that rarely gives reviews because of their subjective nature but in this case as a business owner who understands the value of those reviews, I just had to give one and 5 stars it is. From the competent staff to communication up front and throughout the process, was remarkable given the large project at hand. The results are even better than the design and I could not be any more elated. I also will say that as we compared pricing before committing, my advice would be that you can't put value or quality in a "low dollar amount" as the final product and experience holds that for us. Absolutely must recommend California Pools!
Greg Ridgley
Cole Marvin is an asset to California Pools ! Cole is very knowledgeable, Great designer and Knows the Pool business prompt, returns calls & always on time. Good Person
Ron and Linda Uhle
Design of our pool and spa by Cal Pools was a work of art! The construction of the pool and spa took 7 months and had its ups and downs with construction quality . These issues were fixed by Cal Pool during the construction period. With about 1.5 months left to complete the pool, the Cal Pool construction manager quit or was let go. Cal Pool provided us with a fantastic new construction manager (Stephen Dreher) and he got our pool and spa construction back on track. Stephen provided us with clear explanations of the final steps to complete the project. He also explained in detail how the equipment worked and gave us tips on pool maintenance. Stephen Dreher rocks!
Katherine Regier
I have really enjoyed working with Nathan. He is knowledgeable and professional. California pools and landscape is very fortunate to have him as an employee .
Jill Raeburn
You will not be disappointed if you choose Cal Pools and Landscaping for your pool and yard project. They were all great to work with. From designer Robby to Stephen the project manager, it was an awesome experience. Thanks for making everything beautiful at my home and thank you for all the hard work!
Colin G.
California Pools built and entirely custom pool, deck and gazebo for us for our vacation property in Arizona. Building a pool remotely is challenging but they provided good updates and made the process enjoyable. We had some challenges with the pool after year one but when we contacted the owner they engaged an amazing support team that provided a detailed and through repair inspection and part replacement process to solve the problems. Gabe and Jessie were both outstanding and went above and beyond to solve the problems immediately with detailed communications. They stood behind their products and did not charge us for any repairs regardless of warranty policies. We would definitely recommend them to anyone and would ONLY use them to build another pool!! Thank you Gabe and Jessie for your outstanding customer service!!
Ginger S.
I am completely impressed with their customer service namely Shelly, Super friendly and helpful! Got all my questions answered and felt comfortable making a decision after speaking with her!
Carrie D.
From the very beginning Our experience with California Pools has been top notch. We were blown away with the exceptional design skills Cody was able to bring to life on a zoom meeting on our very first meeting. Cody was able to take every little detail and made it a reality before our eyes. I had so many compliments on how unique our pool was designed when it was still dirt and rebar. Jordan came out for the first time and answered all our questions with a realistic timeline. He always answered or returned our calls with a solution. Made sure every step of the way was paved and did what he said he would do without fail. If he didn't know the answer he found one, we were never left wondering. He kept tabs on all the projects and crews on site to keep us moving forward very quickly with a smile on his face! He was very personable. Then there was Sara! She handled all the scheduling of the project. Some days we would have 3 or more crews here and she kept them coming rapid fire it was outstanding the way it came together in such a short amount of time. Always going the extra mile to get what we needed done and at lightning speed!! Her calm friendly "Sunshine" attitude was a warm genuine experience. She always responded in the app right away with an answer or a solution. So far we couldn't be happier with our experience. I have waited my whole adult life and California Pools made my dream a reality in my back yard!!! Thank you
Eric Weston
Great experience, Pete, Les and Frank did a great job from design through construction.
Sean Leute
In a time of construction delays and problems facing all of Arizona's construction industry, CA Pools handled our project with the upmost integrity, honesty and professionalism. Our Pool and backyard is everything we could have ever hoped for. Joel Parron did a wonderful job designing our pool using references of a pool my late father built when we were growing up. Eric Collins our construction manager was up front and honest about every step of the way helping navigate a very difficult time with the construction industry during the pandemic. Nadine Chapman helped keep our schedule in order so I was never surprised when a construction team would show up. The company's app helped make communication a breeze. My family and I would recommend them completely!
Lonnie J.
With so many choices we think we found the best. Our sales rep Travis gave us many options and sold us on value over lowest price. Value that means a lifetime warranty on decking. The product he showed was truly amazing and a must have in the hot AZ summer days. You can feel a huge difference between cool deck and concrete. The scheduler was amazing! Marcee was responsive, timely and very detailed in her communication. Without her we would be left wondering what's next! The construction manager Shawn gave us the time and individual attention we needed. Made sure that every detail met our needs. There are so many other little things that make CalPools great but I can sum it up this way. We started our search on the BBB website and there are a lot of choices of pool and landscape companies. Save your self time and heartache; go with CalIfornia Pools and landscape and you won't be disappointed. On time completion No surprise charges or fees No subcontracting Great communication Amazing final product. A huge financial investment well worth every penny! PS that's the best dog ever Marshall! An amazing beagle mix rescue from Friends of Orange County
Antonio S.
I am a home builder and few times it happens to me to meet companies so good! They were the less expensive of 4 estimates, their schedule was perfect, no delays, I made some change of orders and they were very accommodating, (and also I had some refunds because they used less material and labor!), very communicative, and the pool is beautiful and working good.Thank you Brian Fox and Rebecca Schulte, see you at the next project!
Scott Stevens
Our rep presented a great plan for our build. Took the time to explain the details of the contract, warranties and the continuing aftercare for us and the work they preform. Heads above the rest.
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