Add a touch of timeless elegance to your swimming pool with our Medallion Pool Mosaics collection. Designed to make a statement, these striking handcrafted mosaics feature intricate patterns and bold symmetry, offering a sophisticated focal point for any pool floor or wall. Each medallion is made from high-quality, frost-proof ceramic or glass, ensuring lasting beauty and durability in both freshwater and saltwater environments.
From compass rose motifs to ornate floral designs, this collection delivers artistic craftsmanship and classic style that enhances the visual appeal of your outdoor oasis. Whether you're updating a residential pool or adding custom detail to a resort or spa, our medallion mosaics offer unmatched design impact with easy installation. Choose from a wide variety of colors, sizes, and styles to perfectly complement your aesthetic. Make your pool a true centerpiece with the refined look and enduring quality of our Medallion Pool Mosaics.
FAQ
What is a pool mosaic?
Pool mosaics are decorative images created from small porcelain or glass tiles arranged together to enhance your pool or spa. Manufactured similarly to pool tile, these mosaics come in a wide range of shapes, sizes, and colors, making them an ideal addition to any outdoor space.
When should you install a pool mosaic?
Typically, pool mosaics are embedded directly into the plaster during pool construction or refinishing, before applying the final finish. While it is possible to add mosaics after the pool is built, this often results in a raised edge around the mosaic, meaning it won’t sit flush with the pool surface.
What’s the difference between screen-printed and handmade pool mosaic tiles?
Both types offer equal durability - all our screen-printed and handmade mosaics are pool-rated, frost-proof, and come with a lifetime guarantee. The key distinction lies in style: screen-printed mosaics provide photo-realistic images, while handmade mosaics offer a more artistic and handcrafted look. Both styles add beauty and lasting quality to any pool or spa.
Do swimming pool mosaics need grout?
Pool mosaics consist of multiple small tile pieces that form one complete image. Each piece functions like a tile and requires grout to ensure proper installation and longevity. You can grout mosaics using high-performance products like our Starlike EVO collection or with the pool plaster itself, depending on your preference. We generally recommend matching grout colors to subtly blend grout lines into the design.
What’s the best surface for installing pool mosaics?
Swimming pool mosaics are traditionally installed on prepared gunite or shotcrete pool shells before the plaster finish is applied. Using high-performance mortars designed for pools ensures the mosaic slightly raises from the shell surface. The plaster finish is then applied to create a flush, embedded look. Glass and porcelain mosaics typically aren’t suitable for stainless steel or fiberglass pools since they can’t be embedded to a flat surface in these cases.
How do I clean and maintain my swimming pool mosaic?
Keeping your pool mosaic pristine is easy with regular maintenance. Simply incorporate gentle scrubbing of the mosaic tiles and pool surfaces into your cleaning routine to remove dirt and debris, along with vacuuming as needed. This straightforward care keeps your mosaic sparkling. Plus, all our U.S.-made pool mosaics come with a lifetime guarantee against staining, fading, cracking, and discoloration.
Why is “Made in the USA” important for swimming pool mosaics?
“Made in the USA” means top-quality craftsmanship, stringent manufacturing standards, and durability - all critical for mosaics exposed to water, chemicals, and sunlight. American-made mosaics deliver superior color retention, adhesion, and performance, while supporting local jobs, faster shipping, and strong customer service with warranties. Choosing U.S.-made mosaics means investing in reliability and peace of mind for your pool project.
How does mesh-mounted design benefit swimming pool mosaics?
Mesh-mounted mosaics simplify and speed up installation by holding individual tiles in perfect alignment. This ensures consistent spacing and neat grout lines, reducing errors and making installation easier on curved or uneven pool surfaces. Mesh backing also enhances adhesion and stability, helping deliver professional, long-lasting results.
How long do pool mosaics last?
Our collection features exceptionally durable, frost-proof mosaics designed to withstand underwater environments for decades. With professional installation and regular maintenance, these mosaics remain beautiful for years. Our handcrafted U.S. mosaics are backed by a lifetime warranty against staining, fading, and cracking. Learn more about pool-rated porcelain and glass mosaic durability here.
What are the benefits of screen-printed pool mosaics?
For stunningly realistic designs, our screen-printed mosaics use advanced techniques to print vibrant images directly onto high-quality porcelain tiles. These images are kiln-fired into the tile for exceptional durability. Each tile is water-jet cut, mesh-mounted for easy installation, and vacuum-sealed for protection during shipping. Made in the USA by Custom Mosaics in Florida.
What are frost-proof swimming pool mosaics, and how do they handle cold weather?
Frost-proof pool mosaics, featuring designs like dolphins, turtles, mermaids, and medallions, are crafted from durable porcelain or glass that resist freezing. Unlike ceramic or some natural stones, these materials prevent water absorption, protecting against cracking in cold climates. They also resist harsh pool chemicals and UV rays, ensuring no staining, fading, or discoloration over time. Typically installed on pool floors, they also enhance walls, steps, benches, and sun shelves.
Is adding a shadow effect to my pool mosaic worth it?
Adding a shadow to your pool mosaic creates a stunning illusion of creatures swimming just above the pool floor, enhancing the magical feel. This effect is especially striking with our screen-printed pool mosaics, which look incredibly lifelike.
What are the benefits of hand-painted pool mosaics?
Hand-painted mosaics offer a unique and elegant pool design, crafted individually by skilled artisans in Florida. Each tile has distinctive character and depth that mass-produced tiles can’t replicate, giving your pool an exclusive, timeless charm. These frost-proof mosaics come with a lifetime guarantee against staining, fading, or discoloration.
What are your glow-in-the-dark pool mosaics made of?
Our glow-in-the-dark mosaics are made from durable plastic-based resin infused with luminescent phosphors during production, ensuring a glow that permeates throughout, not just a surface coating. Designed for pools, they resist chemicals, are frost-proof, and easy to clean. Available in various colors and glow types, they turn your pool or spa into a vibrant nighttime attraction. Made in the USA by Element Glo, they add a playful and fun element perfect for all ages.
