Is this pool grade tile?

8 years ago

We are tiling our entire pool, not just the waterline. We don't like anything so far at specific pool tile companies. We found the perfect tile and price but it doesn't say it is approved for pools, however, all the specifications seem to be pool approved. It is approved for exterior and shower floors, PEI of 4, porcelain, impervious, frost, stain, and mildew resistant. Any thoughts?

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PRO
Mystic Pools, LLC
8 years ago
In seasonal pools it's best to use a frost proof tile. Otherwise you can us anything you like. We use glass tile and our pools are seasonal without any issues.
Colleen
Original Author
8 years ago
Thanks! This is central Florida, so I don't think frost would be a problem, but this tile is frost proof. Unfortunately, our pool builder won't install glass tile, I don't think he wants to do anything he is unfamiliar with. He charges $6/sq ft labor for porcelain tile but when I asked about glass he said it would be $80/sq ft labor! Obviously, just doesn't want to do it
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PRO
Mystic Pools, LLC
8 years ago
Glass tile requires a special installation and only experienced contractors should perform this. An all glass pool takes a lot of time and detail to have quality results.
Colleen
Original Author
8 years ago
I agree and understand, but $80/sqft labor is ridiculous. We've done glass tile in our own in our bathroom. I know the pool is different and we wouldn't attempt it, but I've looked up labor prices and that is definitely out there! Oh well, we liked the glass tile look but now have another style in our head, just have to make sure the tile is really pool grade.