Casale Lucy Blue Painting 11.75" Glass Mosaic Tile

Product Overview

Elysium Casale Lucy Blue Painting 11.75" x 11.75" Polished Glass Mosaic Tile transforms soft blue color into an expressive, handcrafted surface. Each mesh-mounted sheet features polished, hand-painted glass pieces arranged in a classic subway pattern.

Layers of pale blue, watery aqua, cloud white, and softly brushed color produce a watercolor-like appearance with visible tonal movement. The reflective glass surface captures surrounding light, making this mosaic an elegant choice for swimming pools, waterlines, spas, shower walls, kitchen backsplashes, bathroom features, and decorative installations.

Technical Specifications

Recommended Applications

• Swimming Pools and Waterlines: The light-blue glass complements both chlorine and saltwater pools, creating a luminous transition between the water and surrounding finishes.

• Spas and Water Features: Adds reflective color to fountains, raised spas, spillways, and other properly constructed submerged installations.

• Shower Walls and Niches: Creates a fresh, aquatic focal point when installed over a complete waterproofing system.

• Kitchen and Bar Backsplashes: The glossy subway pattern brings handcrafted color and light to kitchens, wet bars, and beverage stations.

• Bathroom Feature Walls: Ideal behind vanities, mirrors, freestanding tubs, and decorative wall panels.

• Hospitality and Commercial Interiors: Suitable for decorative walls in spas, salons, restaurants, hotels, and reception spaces.

Installation and Handling Guidelines

⚠️ IMPORTANT: HAND-PAINTED POOL GLASS

Correct mortar coverage and product compatibility are essential. Build a mockup before installation, particularly for swimming pools, submerged surfaces, and highly visible feature walls.

• Recommended Pool Mortar: Elysium recommends MAPEI Adesilex P10 Premium Glass Tile Mortar mixed with MAPEI Keraply Latex Mortar Additive for swimming-pool installations.

• White Setting Material: Use a bright-white mortar approved for glass mosaics and the intended environment. Dark or gray mortar may change the apparent color of the glass.

• Flatten Mortar Ridges: Smooth the mortar into a uniform bed before placing each sheet. Trowel ridges or inconsistent coverage may remain visible through the glass.

• Sheet Inspection: Dry-lay multiple sheets and distribute lighter and darker areas evenly. Rotate sheets as necessary to minimize obvious sheet outlines.

• Protect the Painted Surface: Do not scratch or grind the decorated back of the glass. Damage to the painted layer may remain visible after installation.

• Grout Options: For pool installations, Elysium suggests MAPEI Ultracolor Plus FA, MAPEI Flexcolor CQ, or Bostik TruColor RapidCure.

• Grout Testing: Test the selected grout on spare material before installation. Confirm that its color, aggregate, and cleanup method will not scratch or visually alter the polished glass.

• Wet and Submerged Areas: Install over a waterproof, dimensionally stable substrate using a complete system approved for continuous water exposure.

• Movement Joints: Include perimeter and field movement accommodation following TCNA EJ171 and applicable pool-construction requirements.

• Cutting: Wet-cut with a clean diamond blade made for glass tile. Support the sheet carefully to reduce chipping and protect the decorated backing.

• Order Allowance: Add approximately 10–15% for cuts, pattern alignment, breakage, and future repairs. Curved pools and detailed water features may require additional material.

Care and Maintenance

• Clean with warm water and a neutral-pH cleaner approved for glass tile.

• Use soft microfiber cloths, non-abrasive sponges, or soft nylon brushes.

• Avoid abrasive powders, steel wool, harsh scrubbers, and aggressive acidic cleaners.

• Maintain pool-water chemistry within the equipment and finish manufacturers’ recommended ranges.

• Do not use metal tools or pumice stones that could scratch the polished surface.

• Glass tile does not normally require sealing. Cementitious grout may require sealing according to its manufacturer’s instructions.

Design Profile

• Aesthetic Inspiration: Watercolor artistry, coastal contemporary, Mediterranean pools, spa luxury, and modern aquatic design.

• Color Character: Light blue, pale aqua, misty white, and softly painted tonal movement.

• Pattern Character: A traditional subway mosaic interpreted through reflective, hand-painted glass.

• Visual Advantage: The polished surface reflects light while the painted variation gives the installation depth and handcrafted individuality.

• Complementary Materials: White limestone, pale marble, light oak, warm plaster, and neutral porcelain pavers.

• Complementary Metals: Polished chrome, brushed nickel, champagne bronze, and satin brass.

• Suggested Grout Colors: Bright white creates crisp definition, while pale blue-gray produces a softer blended appearance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Casale Lucy Blue Painting genuine glass tile?

Yes. It is a hand-painted glass mosaic with a polished surface and subway-style layout.

Is it rated for swimming pools?

Yes. Elysium identifies the mosaic as suitable for chlorine and saltwater swimming pools when installed with an approved submerged glass-tile system.

Can it be used on pool floors?

The product is pool rated, but no published DCOF or barefoot slip-resistance value is provided. Confirm pool-floor suitability with the project designer, installer, and local code requirements.

Can it be installed on shower walls?

Yes. Install it over a complete waterproofing system using white mortar approved for glass mosaic tile.

Does the tile require sealing?

The glass itself does not require sealing. Cement-based grout may require sealing according to the grout manufacturer’s instructions.

Why do the sheets vary in color?

The visible brushwork and differences in blue intensity are inherent to the hand-painted design. Inspect and blend sheets before installation.

What is the difference between Lucy Blue and Lucy Blue Painting?

Lucy Blue Painting is specifically described as hand-painted light-blue glass. Do not combine it with the standard Lucy Blue product without comparing physical samples and confirming production compatibility.