Meet Dune: The Porcelain Tile That Goes From Backsplash to Waterline

If you've been browsing our porcelain tile lately, chances are Dune has already caught your eye. It's the collection people land on when they want one tile story that carries through the whole house: the kitchen backsplash, the primary shower, and right out the back door to the pool.

Dune Tile makes porcelain in the colors that feel like a vacation. Deep coastal blues, lush tropical greens, soft sandy creams, and a few moody darks for contrast. Every piece in the collection is rated for pools, showers, and backsplashes, so you can fall in love with a color once and use it wherever you want.

Here's a closer look at why it's become a go-to.

Why Dune Works Everywhere

Most tile collections make you choose. The pretty stuff is for indoor walls, and the tough stuff is for outdoors. Dune skips that tradeoff. It's dense, low-absorption porcelain built to handle constant moisture, pool chemistry, and daily wear, with the kind of handmade-look glaze and color depth you'd expect from a boutique tile.

That means a Tahiti Turquoise waterline can echo the same shade in your outdoor kitchen backsplash, or an Agadir blue can run from your shower wall to your spa. The result is a home that feels designed, not just decorated.

What's in the Dune Lineup

The collection spans 77 tiles across a handful of signature series, each with its own personality.

• Agadir: Zellige-inspired porcelain with a glossy, hand-glazed look in 2.8" x 11" and 5.8" x 5.8" formats. Colors run from Agua and Lago blues to Selva green, Niebla, Piedra, Ivory, and Noche. Our pick for backsplashes and waterlines with Moroccan warmth.
• Kit-Kat: Slim 4.5" x 9.1" finger-style tile in Water, Ocean, Snow, Ivory, and Noche. Stacked vertically, it gives showers and pool walls a clean, modern rhythm.
• Tahiti: Classic 6" x 6" squares in Turquoise and Emerald, available in glossy for walls and waterlines or slip resistant for steps, benches, and wet floors.
• Greenland: Teal, Cobalt, and Frost in 6" x 6" slip resistant squares and 2.5" x 9" linear. A great way to coordinate a pool floor detail with a matching wall tile.
• Granadella: Marino, Esmeralda, Sal, and Carbon in 4.5" x 4.5" and 2.5" x 9". Rich, saturated color with a slightly rustic edge.
• Atlantique: 8" x 8" patterned tile in Saint-Michel Olive, Bayonne, and Josselin. Made for statement floors and feature walls.
• Milano Scala: 4.5" x 9" tile in Blu, Bosco, Grigio, and Gesso with a softer, European-modern feel.
• Pietrasanta Ivory: Large 35" x 35" porcelain slabs, including a slip resistant version, for seamless floors and pool surrounds with far fewer grout lines.

Built for the Way People Actually Live

Dune porcelain comes in glossy, matte, and textured finishes, with 8mm to 10mm thickness depending on the series. Much of the collection is frost resistant, and 15 styles carry a slip resistant finish for floors, steps, and pool edges. It's suited to both residential and commercial projects, so you'll see it in boutique hotels and restaurant bars as often as backyard pools.

Best for: pool waterlines and spas, kitchen and outdoor kitchen backsplashes, shower walls and floors, coordinated indoor to outdoor design

Watch for: finish and frost rating matter more than people expect. Choose glossy for walls and waterlines, slip resistant for anything you'll walk on wet, and check the specification tab for frost resistance if you live somewhere with freeze and thaw cycles. Dune also ships as loose pieces rather than mesh sheets, which gives your installer more layout control but can add labor time. We always recommend ordering samples first, since these glazes are even more beautiful in person.

Browse the full Dune collection for sizes, finishes, and pricing on every tile.

Customer Favorites

A few Dune tiles have earned a real following. Agadir Agua is the one customers send us photos of, whether it's lining a waterline or wrapping a coffee bar. Kit-Kat Ocean brings that deep, clear water color to modern pools and showers, and Tahiti Turquoise is the easy answer when you want a classic resort blue with a slip resistant option. For a bright, open look underfoot, Pietrasanta Ivory makes any space feel bigger and calmer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Dune tile be used in a swimming pool? Yes. The collection is pool rated porcelain, built to handle constant immersion, pool chemicals, and temperature changes. Check each product's specs for the best fit for waterlines, floors, or steps.

Is Dune tile slip resistant? Select styles are. Tahiti, Greenland, and Pietrasanta all offer slip resistant versions for floors, steps, and pool decks.

Is Dune tile frost resistant? Much of the collection is. If you're in a colder climate, filter for frost resistant tile or check the specification tab before ordering.

Can I use the same Dune tile indoors and outdoors? Absolutely. That's one of its biggest strengths. Many customers use one color in the kitchen or bath and carry it outside to the pool or outdoor kitchen for a cohesive look.

Does Dune tile need to be sealed? No. Porcelain's low absorption means no sealing or soaking. Just wipe off dust before setting for strong adhesion.

What grout and adhesive should I use? For pools and wet areas, use pool rated epoxy grout and adhesive. Our installation products are built for exactly these projects.

Ready to Shop Dune?

Shop the full Dune collection and find the color that brings your paradise home, or reach out to our team for help choosing the right finish and format for your pool, kitchen, or bath.