{"product_id":"fujiwa-tile-sierra-series-almond-6-x-6-glazed-porcelain-tile","title":"Fujiwa Tile Sierra Series Almond 6 X 6 Glazed Porcelain 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_423a06e3d6b3cba5\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFujiwa Tile Sierra Series: Almond 6\" x 6\" Glazed Porcelain Tile\u003c\/b\u003e is a high-performance architectural tile engineered specifically for swimming pool waterlines, spas, fountains, and outdoor living spaces. Designed to replicate the soft, organic look of natural sandstone and travertine, the \u003ci\u003eAlmond\u003c\/i\u003e colorway features a warm blend of cream, sandy beige, and soft golden-tan mineral undertones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured by Fujiwa Tiles, a recognized leader in aquatic ceramics, this 6\" x 6\" tile features an vitrified fine porcelain body with near-zero water absorption (\u0026lt; 0.5%). Built to withstand harsh chemical exposures, severe freeze-thaw winter cycles, and continuous UV rays, it offers an enduring, natural stone look without the sealing or maintenance demands of real stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\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\u003eValue \/ Specification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard \/ Compliance\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 \/ Brand\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFujiwa Tiles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquatic Ceramic Specialist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eCollection \/ Series\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSierra Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArchitectural Pool \u0026amp; Outdoor Tile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eColor Name \/ Finish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlmond (SIE-71) \/ Textured Stone Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUV \u0026amp; Chemical Resistant Surface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eNominal Dimensions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6\" x 6\" (15 cm x 15 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic Square Format\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\u003eGlazed Fine Vitrified Porcelain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImpervious Structural Body\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\u003e≤ 0.5% (Impervious)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eANSI A137.1 \/ ASTM C373\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrost Resistance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrost-Proof (Severe Climate Rated)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eASTM C1026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eChemical Resistance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResistant to Chlorine, Saltwater, \u0026amp; Pool Chemicals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eASTM C650\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\u003eSwimming Pool Waterlines, Submerged Pools, Spas, Fountains, Backsplashes, Outdoor Kitchens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterior \u0026amp; Exterior Wet\/Dry Areas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSwimming Pools \u0026amp; Spas:\u003c\/b\u003e Pool waterline tile runs, raised spa spillways, submerged bench accents, and step marker safety highlights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAquatic Architectural Features:\u003c\/b\u003e Outdoor fountains, waterfall spillways, reflecting pools, and water walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExterior \u0026amp; Interior Surfaces:\u003c\/b\u003e Patio wet bars, outdoor kitchen backsplashes, primary bathroom accents, and shower walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Handling Guidelines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e⚠️ CRITICAL WARNING: AQUATIC \u0026amp; POOL MORTAR PROTOCOL\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThinset Mortar Selection:\u003c\/b\u003e Swimming pool and submerged tile installations require high-flexibility, polymer-modified thinset specified for submerged aquatic environments. Install using an \u003cb\u003eANSI A118.15-compliant\u003c\/b\u003e latex-polymer modified mortar (such as MAPEI® Kerabond T \/ Keralastic System or LATICRETE® 254 Platinum).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e100% Mortar Coverage:\u003c\/b\u003e Achieving 100% mortar contact behind every 6x6 tile is mandatory in submerged applications. Voids or air pockets behind tiles trapped underwater can cause moisture accumulation, efflorescence, and eventual tile pop-offs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrout Selection:\u003c\/b\u003e Use a high-performance, water-resistant grout specified for swimming pools, such as a high-density cementitious grout (ANSI A118.7) or 100% solid industrial epoxy grout (ANSI A118.3 like MAPEI® Kerapoxy or LATICRETE® SpectraLOCK® Pro Premium) for maximum stain and chemical resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfessional Recommendations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWaterline Curing Time:\u003c\/b\u003e Allow thinset and grout to fully cure per manufacturer instructions (typically 14 to 21 days minimum) before filling the pool with water or adding pool chemicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMovement Joints:\u003c\/b\u003e Install expansion joints at all plane changes, pool corners, and coping transitions per TCNA EJ171 guidelines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoutine Cleaning:\u003c\/b\u003e Clean pool waterline scale and body oils using a non-abrasive pool tile cleaner or a soft brush with pH-neutral soap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChemical Balance:\u003c\/b\u003e Maintain proper water chemistry (pH, total alkalinity, and calcium hardness) to prevent calcium scale buildup or mineral deposits along the waterline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eZero Sealing Required:\u003c\/b\u003e Non-porous glazed porcelain is completely impervious to water penetration and never requires sealers or topical coatings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesign Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAesthetic Inspiration:\u003c\/b\u003e Natural Travertine, Desert Sandstone, Warm Mediterranean Architecture, and Tuscan Pool Landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish Advantage:\u003c\/b\u003e The soft, stone-textured surface reduces glare off the waterline while providing a warm, organic border that complements natural stone pavers and coping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eComplementary Finishes:\u003c\/b\u003e Pairs exceptionally well with Oklahoma flagstone or travertine pool coping, warm tan\/beige or French gray pool plaster, and natural teak or concrete pavers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Fujiwa Sierra Almond suitable for saltwater swimming pools?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes! Fujiwa glazed porcelain tiles are fully impervious (\u0026lt; 0.5% water absorption) and chemical-resistant, making them completely safe for both traditional chlorine and saltwater pool systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan this 6\" x 6\" tile withstand freezing winter weather?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Absolutely. Fujiwa pool tiles are tested and certified frost-proof (ASTM C1026). They are engineered to endure severe freeze-thaw winter cycles without cracking, spalling, or debonding when installed with proper movement joints and ANSI A118.15 thinset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does Almond compare to real travertine tile at the waterline?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile real travertine is porous and subject to staining, erosion, and chemical breakdown over time, Fujiwa Sierra Almond offers the look of natural travertine with the zero-porosity durability of porcelain. It will never require sealers or absorb pool chemicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is pool-rated thinset required instead of standard tile mortar?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubmerged pool tiles are subject to constant water pressure, chemical exposure, and thermal expansion. Standard interior thinsets will break down underwater over time, leading to tile detachment. Always use an ANSI A118.15 or ANSI A118.3 aquatic-rated thinset and grout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Fujiwa Tile","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50995973718263,"sku":null,"price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0514\/5719\/6226\/files\/IMG_4379.png?v=1785811803","url":"https:\/\/heytiles.com\/products\/fujiwa-tile-sierra-series-almond-6-x-6-glazed-porcelain-tile","provider":"Hey Tiles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}