Ceramic and porcelain pool tiles are a great way to add some distinctive touches to your backyard pool. Pool tile textures range from the very smooth to the rougher and patterns can range from multi-colored art deco tiles to simple floral designs. Pool tiles today can even mimic granite or marble if that is the look you want.
Pool tiles are also used for fountains, patios, and coping. A tiled coping accents the top edge of the pool, offering the same effect to that of a wallpaper border. Coping also unifies the pool's edge with the surrounding patio.