Product Overview
Fujiwa "Matte Gold Lantern" 2" x 2" Porcelain Pool Tile brings exotic lantern geometry, warm metallic luxury, and commercial-grade Japanese porcelain engineering to swimming pool waterlines, outdoor spas, and feature walls. Part of Fujiwa's specialty pool collection, this tile is designed specifically to handle continuous water submersion, harsh sunlight, and pool chemicals without losing its luster.
The Matte Gold Lantern colorway features an elegant, soft-gold metallic field with a non-glare matte finish that catches natural sunlight under water. Mounted in a 2" x 2" lantern/arabesque format on a flexible 12" x 12" mesh sheet (~1 sq. ft. per sheet), it provides smooth installation along curved pool beam walls while adding a touch of opulent architectural detail to wet environments.
Technical Specifications
| Technical Property |
Value / Specification |
Notes / Compliance |
| Brand / Collection |
Fujiwa Tiles / Specialty Lantern Series |
High-Performance Pool & Spa Porcelain |
| Material Type |
Glazed Fine Porcelain |
Commercial-Grade High-Fired Body |
| Pattern / Format |
2" x 2" Lantern (Arabesque) Shape |
Decorative Geometric Mosaic |
| Sheet Dimensions |
Approx. 12" W x 12" L (~1 sq. ft.) |
Mesh-Backed Flexible Sheet |
| Thickness |
Approx. 1/4 in. (6 mm) |
Standard Pool Tile Profile |
| Surface Finish |
Smooth Matte Sheen |
Non-Reflective, Non-Grit Finish |
| Color Profile |
Matte Gold (Warm Amber Gold & Soft Bronze) |
Moderate Graphic & Tonal Variation (V2) |
| Water Absorption |
$\le 0.5\%$ (Impervious) |
Essential for Submerged & Freeze-Thaw Use |
| Frost Resistance |
Frost-Proof |
Certified Safe for Cold Freeze-Thaw Climates |
| Recommended Applications |
Pool Waterlines, Full Pool Interiors, Spas, Fountains, Feature Walls |
Submerged Wet & Exterior Locations |
Recommended Applications
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Swimming Pool Waterline Borders: Adds a warm, metallic-gold accent band at the waterline that beautifully contrasts blue and teal pool water.
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Spa Wraps & Spillways: Delivers opulent architectural character across raised hot tubs, cascading spillways, and reflecting pools.
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Kitchen Backsplashes & Shower Accent Walls: Works exceptional as a luxury accent tile for interior shower niches, bathroom vanity walls, and bar backsplashes.
Installation & Handling Guidelines
⚠️ IMPORTANT: SUBMERGED POOL TILE INSTALLATION PROTOCOL
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Mortar Selection for Submersion: Always set pool tiles using a high-performance, polymer-modified thin-set mortar specifically rated for continuous water submersion (ANSI A118.4 / ANSI A118.15).
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Pool Bond Beam Waterproofing: Ensure the concrete pool shell is fully cured, structurally sound, and sealed with a compatible waterproofing membrane prior to tiling.
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Grout Selection: Fill joints using a high-performance, chemical-resistant pool grout or 100% solid epoxy grout to resist chlorine, salt-water systems, and algae buildup.
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100% Mortar Bed Coverage: Ensure mesh-backed sheets achieve full mortar contact to eliminate water pockets behind submerged tiles.
Care & Maintenance
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Routine Waterline Care: Wipe down the waterline periodically using a soft brush or sponge with a neutral pH pool tile cleaner to remove scale and body oils.
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Chemical Resistance: Glazed porcelain is completely immune to fading, etching, or discoloration from pool chemicals, salt-water generators, or shock treatments.
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Zero Sealing Required: Non-porous glazed surface repels water, algae, and mineral deposits without needing sealers.
Design Profile
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Aesthetic Inspiration: Moroccan Glamour, Neo-Classical Elegance, Tropical Luxury, Resort Modern.
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Visual Advantage: The warm matte gold finish reflects sunlight softly through moving water, creating a shimmering, glowing effect along pool edges.
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Complementary Finishes: Pairs exceptionally well with white, ivory, or dark blue pool plaster; travertine or cream marble coping; and champagne bronze or matte black fixtures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the matte gold finish peel or fade in chlorinated or salt water?
No. Fujiwa pool tiles are high-fired porcelain with glazed mineral pigments fused directly into the tile body, ensuring the gold color never peels, fades, or reacts to pool chemicals or salt systems.
Is Fujiwa Matte Gold Lantern tile frost-proof for cold winter climates?
Yes! Featuring an impervious porcelain body ($\le 0.5\%$ water absorption), it is fully frost-proof and safe for regions subject to freezing temperatures and thaw cycles.
Can lantern-shaped mosaic tiles be installed on curved pool walls?
Yes. The small 2" x 2" lantern chips mounted on flexible mesh backing easily conform to radius pool walls, rounded spa seats, and contoured steps.
