{"product_id":"fujiwa-rio-series-persian-blue-glazed-porcelain-pool-tile","title":"Fujiwa Rio Series: Persian Blue Glazed Porcelain Pool 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_33e056155c4c84df\" 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\u003eRoyal Ocean Grid Field\u003c\/i\u003e for classic pool waterlines, perimeter spillways, raised spa feature walls, and vibrant aquatic backsplashes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Contrast:\u003c\/b\u003e Rejecting flat, dull blue ceramic tiles, \u003cb\u003eRIO-901 Persian Blue\u003c\/b\u003e offers a rich, light-reflecting multi-tonal glaze. It blends deep Persian blue, rich cobalt, sapphire, and subtle midnight navy undertones that catch and magnify sunlight beneath moving pool 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\u003eClassic Resort-Style Swimming Pools\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eHigh-Contrast Spa Feature Walls\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eMediterranean Backyard Sanctuaries\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003eLuminous Waterfalls\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 rich Persian blue, electric cobalt, dark navy accents, and a smooth, light-dispersing protective glaze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Visual Flow:\u003c\/b\u003e The pre-assembled mesh sheet features classic small-format square porcelain tiles that create a clean, continuous grid along waterlines, softening pool edges while adding dramatic aquatic depth.\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 Rio Series: Persian Blue (RIO-901) Glazed Porcelain Pool Tile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📝 \u003cb\u003ePRODUCT DESCRIPTION\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring rich oceanic depth, vibrant contrast, and crystal-clear light reflections to your pool or spa environment with \u003cb\u003eFujiwa RIO-901 Persian Blue Porcelain Tile\u003c\/b\u003e. As part of Fujiwa's designer \u003cb\u003eRio Series\u003c\/b\u003e, this tile features a classic mosaic grid coated in a multi-tonal sapphire glaze that catches direct sunlight and underwater LED lighting beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach \u003cb\u003e12\" x 12\" mesh-backed sheet\u003c\/b\u003e is engineered with an impervious high-fired porcelain core (\u0026lt; 0.5% water absorption), making it completely frost-proof, pool-chemical resistant, stain-proof, and weather-durable. The glossy, light-reflecting surface creates a striking visual frame along pool waterlines, raised spa bond beams, outdoor shower feature walls, and waterfalls.\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\u003eClassic Mosaic Grid Scale:\u003c\/b\u003e Timeless small-format square layout provides excellent foot traction on steps and clean alignment along waterlines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSubmerged Aquatic Performance:\u003c\/b\u003e High-fired Japanese porcelain body is frost-proof, chemical-resistant, stain-proof, and moisture-proof (\u0026lt; 0.5% absorption).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVibrant \"Persian Blue\" Palette:\u003c\/b\u003e Deep cobalt and sapphire glaze pairs effortlessly with white, French gray, or dark pebble pool 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 (1.0 sq. ft.\/sheet) for efficient, uniform installation along straight or curved pool walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLow-Maintenance Surface:\u003c\/b\u003e Smooth, high-gloss glaze prevents algae adhesion, scum line 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\u003eRio 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\u003eRIO-901 (Persian Blue)\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\u003eSheet Dimensions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApprox. 12\" Width x 12\" Length\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. 1\/4\" to 5\/16\" (~6–8 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 Glossy Glazed\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\u003eImpervious (\u0026lt; 0.5%)\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\u003e10 Sheets (10.0 Sq. Ft.) per box \/ ~22–26 lbs\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, Steps, 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 Polymer-Modified Thinset:\u003c\/b\u003e Always set porcelain pool tiles 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 Coverage:\u003c\/b\u003e Back-butter mesh sheets as needed to ensure complete thinset contact behind all porcelain chips, 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 high-performance waterproof pool grout (such as LATICRETE® Spectralock® PRO Premium Epoxy Grout) in \u003ci\u003e\"Cobalt Blue\"\u003c\/i\u003e or \u003ci\u003e\"Dark Charcoal\"\u003c\/i\u003e for a seamless aquatic field, or \u003ci\u003e\"Bright White\"\u003c\/i\u003e to sharply highlight the grid alignment.\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 using a soft sponge or soft brush and a pH-neutral pool tile cleaner to remove mineral deposits and body oils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2. Maintain Water Chemistry:\u003c\/b\u003e Keep pool pH (7.2–7.6) and calcium hardness balanced to prevent scale buildup along the glossy glaze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3. Zero Sealing Required:\u003c\/b\u003e Non-porous glazed porcelain requires no topical sealers, waxes, or protective coatings over its lifetime.\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 RIO-901 Persian Blue safe for freeze-thaw winter climates?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes! Fujiwa porcelain tiles are high-fired with less than 0.5% water absorption, making them completely frost-proof and suitable for submerged outdoor applications in freeze-thaw climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Can RIO-901 Persian Blue be used on pool steps or spa seats?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes. The small mosaic format creates frequent grout lines that provide enhanced foot traction for submerged pool steps, swim-outs, and sun shelf entryways.\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. Since each sheet is 12 inches (1 foot) wide, multiply your waterline height fraction (e.g., 0.5 ft for a 6-inch row) by the perimeter, divide by 1.0 sq. ft. per sheet, and add \u003cb\u003e10% to 15% extra\u003c\/b\u003e for waste and edge trimming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Fujiwa Tile","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50995034226935,"sku":"RIO-901","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0514\/5719\/6226\/files\/IMG_4340.png?v=1785770294","url":"https:\/\/heytiles.com\/products\/fujiwa-rio-series-persian-blue-glazed-porcelain-pool-tile","provider":"Hey Tiles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}