Pool waterline and spa tile in glass, porcelain and stone mosaics, set with pool-rated materials and clean lines that stay bright against the water.
Waterline tile is the jewelry of a pool. It frames the water, hides the scum line and makes the whole pool look finished. Homeowners in Nashville choose glass, porcelain and stone mosaics in blues, greens and neutrals to match the pool finish and the surrounding deck. Pools are special environments, with chemicals, constant water and sun, so the tile and setting materials have to be chosen for them.
We use tile rated for pools and setting materials made for constant immersion. Before tile goes on, the pool shell is prepared and the edge is cleaned and dried. Layout starts with a level line, so the band is straight all the way around the pool, and corners and steps are planned so tile wraps cleanly. Grout color is chosen to complement the tile and the plaster. After setting, we explain how to refill, balance the water and clean the tile so it stays bright. Tell us the pool finish and the water color you like, because tile color reads differently once water is in the pool. Ask your pool company about draining and refilling, and plan the work for a time when the pool is not in heavy use.
Materials for constant water and chemicals.
A straight waterline all the way around.
Steps and curves planned cleanly.
Edge cleaned and dried before tile.
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BeforeAfterMaterials chosen for constant water and chemicals.
A straight waterline all the way around.
Steps and curves wrapped cleanly.
Edge cleaned and dried before tile.
Color and type suited to pools.
Water balance and cleaning tips.
Every topic has its own page with what to expect and how we approach it.
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You tell us the rooms, the tile you like and your timing, and we ask about the floors, walls and any water issues.
We check flatness, moisture and layout from photos or a visit and talk through materials, pattern and trim.
You get a plain written scope with prep, waterproofing, materials, schedule and cure times before anything is ordered.
Old tile comes out, floors are repaired and leveled, backer board and membranes go in and showers are waterproofed and tested.
Tile is set with the right mortar, checked for flatness and alignment and cut carefully at the edges.
We grout, seal and caulk, clean up and walk the finished job with you, leaving written care tips and extra tile.
Pool work depends on the pool and the weather. We plan the schedule and tell you what is realistic.
Glass, porcelain and glazed ceramic mosaics are common. We choose by your pool and budget.
At least partly, to reach the waterline. We plan the water level with you.
Pool-rated tile and grout handle normal pool chemistry when the water is balanced.
Often a few days, plus cure time before refilling, depending on size and tile.
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