Is your pool starting to show signs of age—like cracked tiles, fading colors, or outdated designs?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 dramatically enhance both aesthetics and functionality.
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.Different Ways to Upgrade your Pool
If you’re in the mood for a pool transformation, there are several ways to upgrade the space, including the following.
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 FeaturesInstalling custom water features like arcs or waterfalls adds a modern flair. There are many ways to upgrade your pool using pool features.
Aesthetic Enhancement
Extended Waterline Tiles: Extending waterline tiles onto the pool deck is a trend designed to create a unified and dramatic visual effect.
Modern Pool Shapes: You can choose sleek, straight-lined pools with clean and 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 pool transformations. 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 & CopingUpgrading 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.
2025 Pool Tile Trends to Consider
Iridescent Glass Mosaic Finishes
One of the easiest ways to renovate your pool is to update the tiles and finishes. Thanks to their shimmering, reflective qualities, iridescent glass pool tiles remain popular. They are a stunning way to add elegance and luxury to any pool design. Knowing how to use glass tiles in your pool design can help you create a luxurious, modern look with captivating water effects. Our Mykonos Harbor Beach Day Aqua 1x2 Iridescent Rippled Frosted Glass Tile, which was featured as an infinity pool tile trend in 2024, is a great choice.
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. Popular uses for this tile include lining pool walls for a shimmering effect visible from all angles. They can also be used as accents on steps or edges for a subtle and unconventional pool tile idea.Earthy Tones & Natural Textures
Natural aesthetics, such as the green pool tile trend, will continue to be 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.
These earthy tones and natural textures are popular because they can create a seamless connection between the pool and landscape, evoking a sense of tranquility and connection to nature. In addition to mossy greens, other popular colors include brown, gray, and beige, like our Eurovelle Durshen Polished Stone Tile.
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 example, features a bold geometric Moroccan-inspired pattern.
As luxury pool tile trends evolve, detailed designs like our Maioliche Zombie Black Glossy Porcelain Tile are increasingly seen.
Sustainability
Sustainability is a hot trend in the pool industry and eco-friendly tiles are becoming tremendously popular. 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.
How to Know When It’s Time to Upgrade
If you’re unsure whether you need a swimming pool renovation, the following signs should help.
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, 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 they deteriorate or become ineffective. Choosing to ignore these potential structural issues could result in even costlier repairs down the line.
2. Stained or Rough Pool Surface
3. Regular Plumbing Issues
If your pool is losing water, you have clogged pipes, or there are plumbing leaks, these are indicators of a pool remodel 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 how to choose pool tile or need advice on picking 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.
