{"product_id":"fujiwa-lombo-series-1-2-x-3-1-4-sepia-porcelain-pencil-mosaic-tile","title":"Fujiwa Lombo Series: 1\/2\" x 3-1\/4\" Sepia 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_e5b085bc43171556\" 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\u003eVintage Warm Monochrome Field\u003c\/i\u003e for luxury pool waterlines, spa spillways, warm accent walls, and rich linear backsplashes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Contrast:\u003c\/b\u003e Moving away from standard aquatic blues and cool grays, \u003cb\u003eSepia (LOMBO-883)\u003c\/b\u003e introduces a warm, vintage-inspired earth tone. It pairs slender, beveled pencil-strip chips with a rich gradient of warm taupe, deep espresso, ochre, and creamy latte tones that create a deep, shimmering contrast under sunlight and moving water.\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\u003eRich Earth-Toned Pools\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eOrganic Modern Spa Sanctuaries\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eWarm Tuscan \u0026amp; Mediterranean Hardscapes\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003eTextured Feature Backsplashes\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 Japanese porcelain body—blending warm mocha brown, deep espresso, cream highlights, rich sepia-umber undertones, and a light-reflecting glossy finish.\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 mesh-mounted onto flexible sheets. This linear format creates elegant horizontal or vertical rhythm, making it seamless to wrap around curved spa 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\" Sepia (LOMBO-883) Porcelain Pencil Mosaic Tile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📝 \u003cb\u003ePRODUCT DESCRIPTION\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring rich visual depth, warm vintage tones, and subtle tactile texture to your pool or interior space with \u003cb\u003eFujiwa LOMBO-883 Sepia 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 multi-tonal glaze that catches and reflects light dynamically across surfaces.\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 simple, precise installation along flat or curved substrates. High-fired to achieve near-zero water absorption (0.03%–0.05%), LOMBO-883 Sepia is completely frost-proof, pool-chemical resistant, stain-proof, and weather-durable. Ideal for swimming pool waterlines, full spa linings, outdoor waterfalls, kitchen backsplashes, and shower feature walls, it brings sophisticated artisan warmth 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\u003eSlender Pencil-Strip Scale:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\/2\" x 3-1\/4\" beveled chips deliver a modern linear format with enhanced light dispersion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSubmerged Aquatic Durability:\u003c\/b\u003e High-fired porcelain body is completely frost-proof, pool-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\u003eRich Multi-Tonal Sepia Palette:\u003c\/b\u003e Warm mocha, espresso, and latte tones pair beautifully with natural stone coping, travertine decking, and warm plaster finishes.\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\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEasy Maintenance Surface:\u003c\/b\u003e Smooth, high-shine glaze resists pool algae, scum buildup, and hard water scaling.\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-883 (Sepia)\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\u003eGlossy Glazed \/ 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\"Alabaster\"\u003c\/i\u003e or \u003ci\u003e\"Warm Gray\"\u003c\/i\u003e to complement the mocha tones, or \u003ci\u003e\"Dark Charcoal\"\u003c\/i\u003efor dramatic, high-contrast linear definition.\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 luster.\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-883 Sepia 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 LOMBO-883 Sepia compare to LOMBO-881 Rare Earth or LOMBO-882 Kashmir?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Sepia features a higher-contrast blend of deep espresso brown and light cream tones with a glossy finish, whereas Rare Earth leans into terracotta\/ochre tones and Kashmir offers a lighter, softer matte-satin taupe\/sand palette.\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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