A true ticket to bliss, your pool is an escape from the everyday bustle of
life – ready to welcome you into relaxation with its crystal-clear waters. A
major part of such appeal is the pool’s beautiful and mesmerising interior,
which can bolster its aesthetic potential to new heights. From bold pops of
colour to something more classic, mosaic pool tiles have limitless potential
to enhance your nautical delight’s longevity and overall appeal. Bethany
Hayes sits down with Bisazza’s Victorian, Tasmanian, South Australian
and New Zealand business development manager, Matt Halabian, to learn
exactly what it takes to ensure that your pool mosaic is nothing short
of magic.
With more than 20 years of experience under his belt, Matt Halabian is incredibly well versed in the world of quality products within the pool industry. For Halabian, it’s the ability to help “improve customer lifestyles” with Bisazza’s combination of innovative and contemporary design for the pools across the world, that is most rewarding. Climb aboard dear reader, as Melbourne Pool + Outdoor Design dives deep into the world of pool mosaic tiles, and explores how these tiles can make your pool pop beyond belief.
TO ENHANCE OR TO BLEND?
When you first picture a pool, chances are, stunning shades of blue come to mind – and such a beautiful blue is often achieved by homeowners opting to enhance and elevate the colour of the pool’s water with clever tile choices – and it’s perfect for homeowners looking to make a statement! “A pool mosaic tile will either add a pop of colour to the pool, or [homeowners can use] a neutral colour that blends into the surrounding environment,” the business development manager flags. “To enhance the pool’s water colour, a blue or teal coloured mosaic is best,” he adds. “For a more natural look to complement the pool deck, a tile with colours found in natural stone works nicely.”
The key here being that you choose which part of your outdoor space you would like to enhance, as well as the vibe you’re going for – is it a homage to all things indulgent and resort-like, or is it your beautiful landscaping that you want to enhance? Whatever vibe you’re looking to evoke from your outdoor space, the beauty of working with a trusted brand, means “a limitless palette of colours and hues” are at your beck and call. For Bisazza, many of these incredible colours are even created in beautiful artisanal styles. Furthermore, “These tiles are also combined into a huge array of blends and decorative patterns, many of which are created by some of the world’s leading designers.”
Bisazza can even customise any pattern or blend to suit a customer’s unique colour preference or design requirement, meaning it’s a truly bespoke service. When asked about the lesser common – but nonetheless beautiful – mosaic tile options available, Halabian flags dark tiles and blends, such as Bisazza’s DELHI, GM 20.77 and RACHELE as always being popular choices. The monochromatic magic of RACHELE in particular – in shades of black and grey – can really make an incredible statement. “For a really exclusive finish, Bisazza also has a range of unique, contemporary patterns created by leading international designers FORNASETTI and Maison Emilio Pucci, for example, which really celebrate the beauty of the Bisazza mosaic.”
And there are myriad benefits to opting for a pool mosaic tile aside from its aesthetic flair too. “In general, a pool mosaic tile has been specially manufactured to stand up to sunlight, changing temperatures, an aquatic environment and constant contact with the chemicals in swimming pool water,” Halabian explains. Unlike bathroom or kitchen tiles that are “not intended to be submerged all the time”, pool mosaic tiles – particularly Bisazza glass mosaics are “non-porous and highly durable”, as well as stain, chemical and mould resistant, meaning that they’re easy to maintain, clean and truly built to last.
LET’S TAKE THINGS UP A NOTCH
If you’re going for an essence of pure pool opulence, there are certainly options to enhance this vibe through your pool mosaic tiles – all things glittering and gold is a great way to start. “There are two ways to achieve that absolute level of luxury,” says Halabian. “The first is to choose a gold mosaic blend … Bisazza Gold Blends typically include a selection of artisanal glass mosaics with a sprinkling of 24k gold or white gold mosaic tiles. We even have a Platinum tile, which is both luxurious and highly durable, making it ideal for use in pools.”
And the second way to achieve this grandeur? Think designer! “The other way to achieve a truly premium finish is to choose one of the many designer patterns that are available,” he affirms. “For example, the ORTENSIA decoration by FORNASETTI was recently used to create an absolutely breathtaking swimming pool in an exclusive European hotel, L’Alberta Relais & Chateaux.”
Opting for a custom blend is yet another creative option to utilise, especially if you’re hoping for something quite particular and have a vision in mind to meet. “A customer might see a blend that they really like, but would prefer it to be a better colour match for other elements of their pool, spa or landscape theme,” notes Halabian. “The Bisazza Design Studio can help the customer to refine the mosaic blend to exactly match their requirements, while retaining all those special aesthetic and technical qualities that define Bisazza products.”
MAINTAINED FOR LIFE
Now that you’ve got your brilliant pool mosaic in check, it’s time to maintain it so that it lasts the ages and sees your family through endless summers. And this maintenance is not something to skimp on either, as “there’s really no shortcut to achieving a truly fabulous pool”.
Halabian recommends homeowners to continue to check the water level of the pool regularly – which will confirm that the water’s pH level is also correct – and to ensure that no excess dirt or debris makes its way into the pool. “Make sure to also arrange a regular service and check up for the mechanical parts and filtration system, even if you’re not using your pool regularly,” the business development manager affirms.
As a taste of paradise in your own backyard, your pool should be as unique as your family and your lifestyle. Utilising pool mosaic tiles can be an outstanding way to add your own flair and endless finesse to your aquatic oasis. Working alongside a trusted company who can bring your vision and pool to life – however specific it may be – will ensure your outdoor space is nothing short of magic.
Images courtesy of Bisazza (hero), Tim Turner (bottom left), Bulgari Hotels & Resorts (bottom middle) and Designer Laguna Pools, photo by Urban Angles (bottom right)
