{"product_id":"the-fujiwa-tile-rivera-1x2-series-sahara","title":"The Fujiwa Tile Rivera 1x2 Series, Sahara","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_e57ca75bddce518b\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFujiwa RIVERA-26 Sahara\u003c\/b\u003e is a high-performance 1\" x 2\" glazed porcelain mosaic tile engineered specifically for swimming pool waterlines, spas, fountains, and outdoor aquatic environments. Drawing inspiration from rich desert sands and warm mineral tones, the \u003ci\u003eSahara\u003c\/i\u003e colorway features a multi-tonal reactive glaze blend of warm amber, bronze, subtle copper highlights, and earthy sand undertones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured by Fujiwa Tiles, a recognized leader in aquatic and architectural ceramics, this tile features an impervious porcelain body with near-zero water absorption (\u0026lt; 0.5%). Pre-assembled on flexible mesh-backed sheets in a classic staggered mini-brick pattern, it is built to withstand severe freeze-thaw cycles, prolonged UV exposure, and pool chemical treatments without fading, cracking, or crazing over time.\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\u003eRivera 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\u003eModel \/ SKU\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRIVERA-26 (Sahara)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\" x 2\" Mini-Brick Mosaic\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\u003eSahara \/ Glossy Multi-Tone Glaze\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 Chip Size\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\" x 2\" (~2.5 cm x 5.0 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStaggered Running Bond Layout\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\" x 12\" (~1.0 Sq. Ft. per Sheet)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-Assembled Mesh Backed\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 Porcelain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImpervious Vitrified 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 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 1x2 mosaic chip 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 Desert Sandstone, Warm Coastal Earth, and Earthy Tuscan Sanctuaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGlaze Characteristics:\u003c\/b\u003e Multi-tonal running bond layout with light-refracting amber and bronze glaze variations that add warmth and depth along the waterline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eComplementary Finishes:\u003c\/b\u003e Pairs exceptionally well with natural 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 RIVERA-26 Sahara 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 tile withstand freezing winter weather?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. 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\u003eWhat is the advantage of a 1\" x 2\" running bond pattern over standard 1\" x 1\" tiles?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1\" x 2\" brick format offers a classic architectural look that lengthens the appearance of the waterline while providing high flexibility across radiused pool walls and curved spa steps.\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. 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