We have been using National Pool Tile for as long as I can remember. It is the largest and best swimming pool tile manufacturer and distributor that we can use here in Southern California.
Most of their tiles are made overseas and are the best quality porcelain, ceramic, or glass tile that will withstand the constant contact of water and chemicals along with other abuses a swimming pool will throw at it. The tile is very important because all debris ends up settling at the top of the water along the edge of the pool. Alkaline deposits end up on the tile and you need to be able to clean this without damaging the tile itself. We have previously shared an article about Bead Blasting, once you cannot keep the tile clean with traditional methods you must resort to bead blasting. A good quality tile will hold up and stay clean longer, looking pretty.
Style design and size/shape has changed over the years; yet, I am a believer in blue tile as it accentuates the blue water color. Nobody wants to swim in a green pool, so I keep our customers steered towards blue colors so that their pool water is very inviting. National Pool Tile also have other materials for decking, coping, mosaic decorative tile, spillways and more. They have become very comprehensive in the pool and spa industry. Visit their website to browse through their tile options and other products at www.nptpool.com.