{"product_id":"fujiwa-lombo-series-1-2-x-3-1-4-grey-matte-porcelain-pencil-mosaic-tile","title":"Fujiwa Lombo Series: 1\/2\" x 3-1\/4\" Grey Matte Porcelain Pencil Mosaic Tile","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel enable-luminous-fast-follows enable-updated-hr-color md-content stronger tutor-markdown-rendering\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_f73e7927348de8dd\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🏛️ \u003cb\u003eTHE DESIGN IDENTITY\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Archetype:\u003c\/b\u003e The \u003ci\u003eModern Industrial Soft-Touch Field\u003c\/i\u003e for luxury pool waterlines, spa surrounds, sleek urban bathroom walls, and contemporary linear backsplashes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Contrast:\u003c\/b\u003e Rejecting traditional glossy pool blue tiles, the \u003cb\u003eGrey Matte (LOMBO-874)\u003c\/b\u003e introduces a serene, non-glare, concrete-inspired aesthetic. It pairs slender beveled pencil-strip chips with a velvety dove-gray hue that diffuses sunlight, creating a calm, atmospheric water reflection without harsh reflections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesign Aesthetics:\u003c\/b\u003e The premier surface choice for \u003cb\u003eUrban Industrial Pools\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eModern Minimalist Spas\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eJapandi Wet Sanctuaries\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003eArchitectural Feature Walls\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Mineral Field:\u003c\/b\u003e Features a high-fired porcelain body—blending cool dove gray, mid-tone ash, soft slate undertones, and a tactile matte surface glaze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Visual Flow:\u003c\/b\u003e The slender 1\/2\" x 3-1\/4\" pencil-strip chips are pre-mounted on flexible mesh sheets. This linear format creates subtle horizontal or vertical rhythm, making it effortless to wrap around curved spa radius walls or frame crisp pool waterlines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🏷️ \u003cb\u003ePRODUCT TITLE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFujiwa Lombo Series: 1\/2\" x 3-1\/4\" Grey Matte (LOMBO-874) Porcelain Pencil Mosaic Tile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📝 \u003cb\u003ePRODUCT DESCRIPTION\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring architectural sophistication, subtle tactile texture, and cool neutral color to your pool or interior space with \u003cb\u003eFujiwa LOMBO-874 Grey Matte Porcelain Pencil Tile\u003c\/b\u003e. As part of Fujiwa's designer \u003cb\u003eLombo Collection\u003c\/b\u003e, this tile features elongated pencil-strip chips with gently beveled edges and a velvety matte finish that softly absorbs and diffuses light under water and ambient lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach \u003cb\u003e1\/2\" x 3-1\/4\" strip\u003c\/b\u003e is pre-assembled on a flexible mesh backing (covering 1.18 sq. ft. per sheet) for efficient, precise installation along flat or curved substrates. High-fired to achieve near-zero water absorption (0.03%–0.05%), LOMBO-874 Grey Matte is completely frost-proof, pool-chemical resistant, stain-proof, and heat-durable. Ideal for swimming pool waterlines, full spa linings, outdoor waterfalls, kitchen backsplashes, and shower feature walls, it delivers a clean, modern aesthetic to any setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✨ \u003cb\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVelvety Non-Glare Matte Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Modern matte glaze eliminates harsh solar reflections, offering a grounded, contemporary look under water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSlender Pencil-Strip Scale:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\/2\" x 3-1\/4\" beveled chips provide a refined linear layout with subtle 3D edge depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSubmerged Aquatic Performance:\u003c\/b\u003e High-fired porcelain body is completely frost-proof, chemical-resistant, stain-proof, and moisture-resistant (\u0026lt; 0.05% water absorption).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCool Industrial Grey Palette:\u003c\/b\u003e Soft ash and slate tones pair seamlessly with modern gray paver decks, dark pool plaster, poured concrete, and black metal fixtures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlexible Mesh-Backed Sheets:\u003c\/b\u003e Pre-assembled on ~12\" x 12\" sheets (1.18 sq. ft.\/sheet) for easy, uniform installation on curved or flat substrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📊 \u003cb\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Property\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFujiwa Tile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eCollection Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLombo Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eModel \/ SKU\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLOMBO-874 (Grey Matte)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterial Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh-Fired Glazed Porcelain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eChip Dimensions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\/2\" Width x 3-1\/4\" Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eSheet Coverage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.18 Sq. Ft. per Sheet (~12\" x 12\")\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eThickness\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApprox. 0.30\" (~7.7 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eSurface Finish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmooth Matte \/ Beveled Edges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater Absorption\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUltra-Low (0.03% – 0.05%)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003ePackaging\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20 Sheets (23.6 Sq. Ft.) per box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eApplications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePool Waterlines, Spas, Waterfalls, Kitchen Backsplashes, Shower Walls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🛠️ \u003cb\u003eINSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⚠️ \u003cb\u003eCRITICAL WARNING: SUBMERGED WATERPROOFING \u0026amp; MORTAR SELECTION\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePool-Grade Thinset Mortar:\u003c\/b\u003e Always set porcelain pool mosaics using an ANSI A118.15-compliant polymer-modified thinset mortar specified for submerged applications (such as LATICRETE® 254 Platinum or MAPEI® Kerabond T \/ Keralastic System).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e100% Mortar Contact:\u003c\/b\u003e Back-butter mesh sheets as needed to ensure full mortar coverage behind the pencil strips, eliminating hollow air pockets beneath water pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfessional Installation Recommendations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecommended Grout:\u003c\/b\u003e Pair with a waterproof pool grout (such as LATICRETE® Spectralock® PRO Premium Epoxy Grout) in \u003ci\u003e\"Mid Gray\"\u003c\/i\u003e for a continuous, seamless look, or \u003ci\u003e\"Bright White\"\u003c\/i\u003e to highlight the individual pencil grid structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrout Joint Width:\u003c\/b\u003e Pre-spaced on the flexible mesh backing for uniform joint alignment throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCure Time:\u003c\/b\u003e Allow a full cure time of \u003cb\u003e14 to 21 days\u003c\/b\u003e before filling pools or spas with water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💡 \u003cb\u003ePRO CARE \u0026amp; MAINTENANCE TIPS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1. Routine Waterline Cleaning:\u003c\/b\u003e Clean regularly with a soft sponge and a pH-neutral pool tile cleaner to remove body oils and mineral deposits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2. Maintain Pool Water Chemistry:\u003c\/b\u003e Keep pool pH (7.2–7.6) and calcium levels balanced to protect grout lines and preserve tile texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3. Zero Sealing Required:\u003c\/b\u003e The porcelain body is completely non-porous and requires no topical sealers or waxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💬 \u003cb\u003eFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Is Fujiwa LOMBO-874 Grey Matte tile safe for freeze-thaw climates?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes! Fujiwa porcelain tiles are high-fired with near-zero water absorption (under 0.05%), making them completely frost-proof and suitable for submerged outdoor applications in cold climate zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: How does Grey Matte compare to LOMBO-871 Aqua Matte?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Both feature the same slender beveled pencil format and non-glare matte finish. However, LOMBO-874 offers a cool, neutral dove-gray tone, whereas LOMBO-871 features a soft seafoam\/teal colorway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: How many sheets should I order for a pool waterline?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Calculate your pool perimeter in linear feet. 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