Is your pool starting to show signs of age, like cracked tiles, fading colors, or outdated designs? Your swimming pool isn't just a place to cool off; it's the centerpiece of your backyard oasis, perfect for relaxation, entertainment, and creating memories with family and friends. If you're considering a pool renovation, upgrading your tiles is one of the easiest ways to enhance both the aesthetics and functionality of your pool significantly.
If you’re noticing discoloration in your pool tiles or seeing an increasing number of cracked tiles and wondering whether they’re beyond repair, Oasis Tile is here to assist you. With over 18 years of experience in the pool tile industry, we can help answer all your tile-related questions.
Discover the latest pool tile trends of 2025 and how they can transform your outdoor living area into a breathtaking retreat.
Functionality and Comfort
Heating and Cooling Systems: Invest in efficient or ‘smart’ pool heaters and chillers to keep your pool refreshingly cool in the summer and warm in the winter. This type of heating option allows for year-round pool use.
Water Features: Installing custom water features, such as arcs or waterfalls, adds a modern flair. There are various ways to enhance your pool using its features.
Aesthetic Enhancement
Extended Waterline Tiles: Extending waterline tiles onto the pool deck is a trend that creates a unified and dramatic visual effect.
Modern Pool Shapes: You can opt for sleek, straight-lined pools with clean, contemporary aesthetics.
Bold Tilework: To create a visually striking design, use bold and colorful tiles on features around your pool, such as a sun shelf, bench, and even the pool interior. This pool tile trend in 2024 continues in 2025.
Lighting: Updating your pool’s lighting is one of the easiest and most affordable ways to transform your pool. Whether you choose more lighting for safety reasons or mood lighting to establish a nice ambiance, you can select from LED, underwater, and color-changing lights.
Change Pool Decking & Coping: Upgrading your pool’s decking or replacing the pool’s coping can enhance the space's aesthetic and safety. Whether you prefer natural stone's elegance or poured concrete's versatility, modern pool decking materials can provide comfort and durability.Â
2025 Pool Tile Trends to Consider
1.Iridescent Glass Mosaic Finishes
One of the easiest ways to renovate your pool is to update the tiles and finishes. Iridescent glass pool tiles, renowned for their shimmering, reflective qualities, continue to be a popular choice, adding elegance and luxury to any pool design. Our Mykonos Harbor Beach Day Aqua 1x2 Iridescent Rippled Frosted Glass Tile, featured as an infinity pool tile trend in 2025, is an excellent choice for creating a modern look with captivating water effects.
Mosaic pool tiles are the newest addition to the iridescent glass mosaic trend. Our Piazza Turquoise Textured 3x3 Iridescent Glass Tile is an excellent example of combining the mosaic concept with glass and iridescence for a subtle and unconventional pool tile idea.
2. Earthy Tones & Natural Textures
Natural aesthetics, such as the green pool tile trend, will remain popular in 2025. Our Onyx Green 6X6 Glossy Porcelain Tile, which mimics stone, brings an organic feel and texture to your pool, seamlessly blending with your lush natural landscape.Â
These earthy tones and natural textures are popular because they create a seamless connection between the pool and the landscape, evoking a sense of tranquility and a connection to nature. In addition to mossy greens, other popular colors include brown, gray, and beige, like our Eurovelle Durshen Polished Stone Tile. Â
3. Bold Shapes & Patterns
Known in the design industry as statement tiles, they continue to gain followers and remain a growing trend in pool design in 2025. Our Shore Arabesque Green Glossy Porcelain Tile, for instance, features a bold, geometric, Moroccan-inspired pattern.Â
As luxury pool tile trends evolve, detailed designs like our Maioliche Zombie Black Glossy Porcelain Tile are increasingly seen.Â
4. Sustainability
Sustainability is a growing trend in the pool industry, and eco-friendly tiles are gaining tremendous popularity. For instance, our Mayan Garden Sun Rays Brown Hexagon tiles are made of recycled glass and are a popular Mediterranean pool tile trend. Other manufacturers produce tiles made from recycled porcelain and ceramic and use non-toxic grout.
5. Simulated Stone
Porcelain tile with the appearance of chiseled stone makes an excellent choice for use around the pool, also known as waterline tile. A porcelain tile is a wonderful option for outdoor spaces, as it is strong and hardy, mimicking the look of stone, without the high price tag. Our Gentle Dwelling Porcelain Tile is available in three beautiful colors: deep blue with gold accents, natural beige and brown, and slate gray with brown undertones.
6. Large Blue Porcelain Tile
Large blue pool tiles can enhance the look of your pool. Whether you opt for a deep Cobalt Stone Blue or a lighter Serene Sea Blue, a porcelain blue pool tile can give your pool a seriously luxurious vibe.
7. Patterned Patchwork
There are few pool design trends more fun than patchwork tiles. These tiles come in turquoise, which complements any tropical pool aesthetic, as well as patterned gray and a rich, purple-blue. These glossy glass tiles are more eccentric than classic solid colors, but the payoff is well worth it for those with a keen eye for design.Â
8. Cosmic Watercolor
For a truly ethereal pool upgrade, check out this glossy and iridescent galaxy glass tile. The mix of pastel and galaxy colors blends and swirls into each other, much like the aurora borealis. This creative pool pattern features a mix of blue, purple, green, yellow, and black colors. The unique color palette offers a range of options for your pool accessories, creating a truly stunning look.
9. Anti-Slip
Anti-slip pool tiles, such as our Veridian Green Anti-Slip Glossy Glass Tile, are a growing trend that offers safety without sacrificing style. With added traction, they are perfect for wet areas, such as pool decks and spas. Available in various finishes, they seamlessly blend function and design.
10. Sea Green Glass
Our Sea Green Glossy Glass Tile has a sea glass effect. This isn’t just any green pool tile; it’s a beautiful glass tile that reflects even before sunlight hits it through the water. The color will create the effect of crystal-clear, sea-green water, making your pool look like it came straight from the coast.
11. Hexagonal
Geometric shapes are a significant trend in pool tile design for 2025. Symmetrical shapes with asymmetrical designs create movement within your pool, no matter where you’re looking at it from. Coming in a multitude of colors, you have great options when it comes to these pearly, iridescent tiles. Our sea green pool tile, in a hexagonal shape, is a great option, as is the frosted neutrals palette.
12. Ripple Glossy
Ripple glossy pool tiles, such as our Moonscape Blue 2x6 Ripple Glossy Glass Tile, are making waves in 2025, combining safety with striking visual appeal. Their textured surfaces enhance slip resistance, making them ideal for wet areas, such as pool decks and spas. Available in various colors and styles, these tiles offer both functionality and aesthetic versatility for modern pool designs.
How to Know When It’s Time to Upgrade
If you’re unsure whether you need a swimming pool renovation, the following signs can help you determine if it's necessary.
1. Visible Cracks
Usually, visible cracks are one of the most significant indicators that your pool needs attention. Over time, exposure to the elements and shifting ground conditions can cause cracks in the pool’s shell and the deck. Small cracks or tiles falling off might not seem like a big deal at first, but you might think regular pool cleaning and maintenance will solve the problem. However, if you notice that the pool’s waterline tiles are cracking or the deck is buckling, in addition to the tiny cracks, it’s time to call the professionals to inspect the damage. Issues with expansion joints, designed to absorb movement between the pool and the deck, can also contribute to these problems. Structural stress can lead to more significant cracking and damage if it deteriorates or becomes ineffective.Â
2. Stained or Rough Pool Surface
When you step into a pool, it should feel inviting and smooth. If the pool floor has become rough, flaky, or pitted, it can be extremely uncomfortable for swimmers and indicate that the tile is wearing down.Â
Additionally, algae stains, mineral deposits, or chemical imbalances can make your pool look unappealing. Despite all your scrubbing and cleaning, the pool tiles must be replaced. At the same time, high-quality pool tiles are designed to last 10 to 25 years and require proper maintenance, including regular attention to water chemistry.
3. Regular Plumbing Issues
If your pool is losing water, you have clogged pipes, or there are plumbing leaks, these are signs that a pool remodel may be in your future. Several factors can cause a pool leak, including old pipes, worn-out seals, or cracks in the pool’s foundation. These often lead to higher water bills or increased chemical costs.
Oasis Tile: Preparing for a Stunning Pool Upgrade
If you’re considering a pool revamp in 2025, you can enhance its aesthetics, functionality, and longevity. Whether you opt for iridescent glass mosaic tile finishes, bold statement tiles, or sustainable options, selecting the right materials is key to achieving a stunning transformation.
Whether you’re unsure about how to choose pool tile or need guidance on selecting the right tile color for your swimming pool, we can help. Explore Oasis Tile’s latest collections and order samples to transform your swimming space today.
