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When to Design a Black Bottom Pool

Posted by Taylor Hori on Jun 12, 2019 7:00:00 AM
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A classic look dating back to the Roman Empire, a black bottom pool can add an allure to your landscaping unlike more traditionally colored pools. A unique design aesthetic, black bottom pools are not for everyone and everything from the style of the home to landscaping should be considered before jumping into the deep end.

 

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1. Muse 5/8"x5/8" Gradient (Pewter Irid, Platinum Non Irid, Platinum Irid)  2. Natural stone Picasso  3. Natural stone Perle Blanc  4. Metal Accent Terrace Bronze 2.5"x2.5"  5. Muse 7/8"x7/8" Scorpion blend  6. Muse 7/8"x7/8" Pewter Textura finish  7. Metal liner Water song liner White Bronze  8. Metal liner Origin Bronze  9. Tessera 1"x1" Moroccan Blend 

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Dark and mysterious, black bottom pools are an excellent accent to modern or naturalist homes. On still days, the surface will create a perfect mirror of your surroundings, be they forests of pine trees, the intertwining branches of a banyan tree, or the sturdy cypress. The color of the pool water is greatly affected by the color of the tile -- black bottom pools have an inky depth reminiscent of the deep ocean or forest lakes. A gradient of light gray to black, mimicking the decent of the pool, would give the perception of added depth and enhance the deep water aesthetic.

 

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Simple contrasting accents through the pool can allow you to maintain the black bottom look and will help a swimmer gauge depth, distance, and slope of the pool for a safer swimming experience. The Moroccan Desert Blend by Oceanside Glass & Tile combines Bronze Iridescent, Pewter Iridescent, and Black Non-Iridescent tiles. When installed in a pool, the blend is like the night sky twinkling back at you. The Moroccan Desert Blend is currently offered in a 1" x 1" mosaic size as part of Oceanside Glass & Tile's In-Stock program. Contact your local glass tile representative to request a sample.



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Tessera 1"x1" Moroccan Desert

 

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Tessera 1"x1" Moroccan Desert

 

Made from recycled glass bottles from local curbside recycling programs, the Moroccan Desert Blend is 98% recycled content, one of Oceanside Glass & Tile's highest recycled content blends. Use Moroccan Desert blend to contribute towards LEED V4 points, or in the creation of your sustainably focused home.

 

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Ready to build a backyard oasis? Oceanside Glass & Tile's A+D Sales + Design Executives are ready to help you discover, sample, and order your perfect tile, pavers, or coping. With direct access to time tested manufacturers, the A+D team is excited to share with you their catalog of antique mirror, ceramic, cement, glass, metal, porcelain, and stone. Contact your rep today!

 

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