Over the past 5 years, instead of marching around the waterline as a bit player in pool design, glass mosaic tile has steadily become the star.  For decades, porcelain tile was the only choice offered for pool design. Recently, however, homeowners and developers alike have begun to look at other, more creative, options for swimming pool design and glass mosaic tile is by far the most popular choice.  In the design arena, glass mosaic tile offers myriad possibilities…
It is true that designers lead the charge toward glass tile use in swimming pools for aesthetic reasons, but the most important reasons for this change in trend are firmly anchored in the building and construction sector, where functionality and stability are the most important factors to consider.

• Glass tile provides a very elegant and luxurious design and look when used in pools.  
• Glass pool tiles are also very durable and resistant to stains, cracks, and damage.  They also do not fade as time passes by. 
• Glass has a glossy and reflective surface, that when light from the sun or any other light source strikes it, it produces dazzling effects that make the pool more inviting.
• It is also not easily scratched when being cleaned. Dirt, grime, scum, and grease seldom cling to these tiles which makes cleaning very easy.
• Glass is completely non-porous, and therefore will not take on any moisture.
• Colored glass tiles are weather-resistant, acid, alkali, and chemical resistant, and will not fade over time, unlike other interiors such as pebble or plaster.
• Glass tiles, being impermeable, will not stain.
• The smaller size of glass mosaic tiles allows for easy coverage of the curved dimensions necessary in standard pool shapes.
• Glass tile is easily and inexpensively maintained!
• Glass tile will not decay or deteriorate with exposure to the elements.
• Glass is long-lasting. Historically, glass has been used as a design element for centuries. Its use in early architectural elements proves without a doubt that glass does stand the test of time.
• Glass tile does not support the growth of mildew, mold or bacteria.
• Glass tile, because of its impermeability, is hygenic and non-allergenic.
• Glass is environmentally green and a sound ecological choice