The Best Swimming Pool Tile Designs

Not everyone is lucky enough to have a swimming pool right in the comfort of their back garden, but if you are one of the lucky ones that do, you will know and appreciate just how much planning goes into the design. You have so much that needs to be decided before you can enjoy the finished product, such as, where the pool will be; the type of pool – will is be raised or dug into the ground? And finally, the finishing touches, such as the tiles you used, and how you want it to look.

Whether you have an indoor or an outdoor pool, they should be relaxing and inviting. Therefore, the colours that you use are very important. Consider a spa setting. The colours used in them are very neutral, and not too bright or distracting. This is so you can completely relax, and concentrate on your swim without having garish colours that are likely to distract you. A pool is a luxury feature in itself to have in your own home, and therefore this is likely enough for it to be inviting and eye catching, without having to try too hard to make people notice it. This does not mean that your pool has to be boring though. There are many different designs that will bring your swimming pool to life, and keep it on trend, whilst still maintaining the relaxing feel that any pool should have.

Both indoor and outdoor pools require non slip safety tiles both in the pool itself, and around the surrounding edges. This is for obvious reasons. Not only are tiles the most practical material for wet areas, but they are also available in nonslip materials to avoid any accidental injuries. Porcelain is a very ideal material as it is a man-made material that, once sealed is completely waterproof. Not only that, but it is completely non-slip and is available in huge range of different sizes and colours. It is an incredibly popular choice of materials, not just for swimming pools, but for bathrooms and kitchens, due to their practicality. If you have already used porcelain tiles throughout your home, it is a brilliant way of combining your pool with the rest of your house. Because they are available in a huge range of colours, it is your chance to really create a pool that fits your style completely.Before you decide on what you want your swimming pool to look like, it is important to know what type of pool you want. Most swimming pools can be categorised into three different categories. Plunge pools are a very popular choice of home pool, as they are typically a little smaller, whilst appearing bigger and deeper than most spas. Because of their size, they will not take up the entirety of your garden, leaving you with space in which to entertain guests. Plunge pools make entertaining the highlight, rather than the pool. They are also perfect in areas where space may be a little tighter, as they can be designed to fit into smaller spaces. There are many different features that you can combine into your plunge pool in order to make it appear more luxurious, and these can include edge seating and steps into the pool, and waterfalls.

If you are looking for something larger in your home, a family pool could be the answer to what you need. A pool is categorised as a family pool when it typically measures 8x4m. They are often found in a variety of different shapes, although the most common is the traditional rectangular shape. There are so many benefits to having a large family pool in your garden; with of course one of the most appealing being pool parties. It is also an excellent way to keep the family fit, as well as injecting some fun into the process. Just like the plunge pools, you can make this as basic or as luxurious as you like, but common trends include irregular shaped pools, taking you away from the traditional rectangular shape, shallow ledges, so the pool can be accessible for younger children. Depending on your budget, spill over spas are increasing in their popularity and can really add a touch of luxury for the family. Of course, there are a number of reasons why the family pool is simply not an option for fun. If space is an issue in your home, it just would not be possible to fit a larger pool. Likewise, if you have a tighter budget, you need to not only consider the cost of the actual installation, but also of the upkeep. Swimming pools take a lot of upkeep and it is important to ensure that you will have the funds to keep up with this.Finally, there are lap pools. These are traditionally a long, thin, rectangular shaped pool, which will measure approximately 10x2.5 metres. They are generally used in order to keep fit, as, as the name suggests, they are ideal for doing laps in. Traditionally, they will have long, straight sides, in order to help the swimmer move freely and safely when completing their laps. These pools are once again, ideal if you have limited space in your garden, and many people choose to place a bridge over the width of the pool for an easy walkway to and from the home to the garden. Just like the two other types, there are many different design features that can make a lap pool seem a bit more luxurious and appealing. Water jets, and underwater lighting mean that you can use the pool throughout the whole year, as well as creating an attractive glow in the pool. A small waterfall will combine aspects of a plunge pool into a lap pool, which will create a better entertaining area.

You may have noticed that often, the water in a swimming pool appears to be blue. This is to make the water look cleaner and more appealing, and is created using tiles. Traditionally, blue tiles are used to line both the walls and the floor of the pool; however, more modern trends are featuring fun mosaics in the bottom of the pool, instead of a plain tiled design. This is your chance to become really creative, as this can be the feature that really makes your pool stand out and become unique. Many popular designs feature an underwater scene, or simple colour patterns instead of the traditional blue. Whatever you decide, you can be as creative as you like. You can also include under water lights, like we previously mentioned to allow you to use your pool during the day or night. It is also well worth considering installing a water heater in your pool to make it more appealing in the cooler winter months.Whilst no pool is cheap to install and maintain, it is possible to get the swimming pool that you have always wanted in your home without breaking the bank. Whether you have a large or small garden, there will be a pool that is suitable for you. Pools are the height of luxury, and are a brilliant entertaining feature, and can really add value to your home.