Swimming Pool Mosaic Blog

6 Uses of Mosaics other than in a pool

A mosaic is a piece of art made up of small pieces of ceramic, stone, and/or glass. There are many uses for mosaics as they can be used in decorative art or as an addition to any room in your home.

Mosaics have been around since ancient Greece and Rome and were called “Tesserae” which were made up of glass of different colors and pieces of stone. Mosaics are used as art all over the world including mosaics made of stones, ivory, and seashells similar to those found in Mesopotamian temples.

Tips for Installing and Maintaining Ceramic Mosaics

Choosing a ceramic mosaic can be a long, complex, yet incredibly rewarding process. Selecting your design, receiving your package, and then the feeling of satisfaction once the design is finally in your pool or home is incredible.

In the previous article, we discussed the importance of choosing the correct mosaic for you and those around you, whether it be family or friends. However, what’s even more important than the initial selection process is knowing how to properly maintain your mosaics.

The Health Benefits of Art in Your Home

Art has always held an important place in the world, from Michelangelo’s incredibly beautiful painting in the Sistine Chapel to the somewhat identifiable portrait of the family dog done by your five-year-old using only a blue crayon. It’s a way we as people express ourselves, no matter our age or talent. Art can transcend language and communicate our feelings, even our personality, without the need for words. This is why having art in the home is proven to have wonderful benefits for our mental and emotional well-being. Whether it’s your kid’s drawings on the fridge, a photograph of your favorite city’s skyline, or a ceramic mosaic, art of any kind is going to be good for your mental and emotional health!

Swimming Pool Mosaic Tiles vs. Other Tiles?

The primary difference between Swimming Pool Mosaic tiles and wall or floor tiles is they are resistant to Freezing, amount of Water Absorption, and resistance to Chemicals. Now unless you would like to dig through the ASTM standards for various applications of ceramic tile, just know that the major manufacturers of Swimming Pool Mosaics use porcelain-type clay and a glass glaze to cover the surface of the tile.

Turtle and Dolphin Swimming Pool Mosaic Design Ideas

Over the past 20 years, many customers have asked me which mosaics to put in their pool. On the surface, it sounds as though I am being asked to select the mosaics for them, but I think it is more of an expression of frustration. In this article, I will showcase and explain different designs that customers have created for their pools using Turtles and Dolphins.