Custom Mosaic Pool Borders
Greek key, wave and acanthus borders for waterlines, steps, spas and interiors. Made in our own studio to suit your dimensions and colors.
Made for your project
A mosaic border defines an edge: the waterline, a step, a pool floor or an architectural panel. We develop the pattern around the dimensions, corners and curves of your project.
Browse the examples below and note a reference such as H-17 or B10. These are design starting points, not stocked lengths. We review the scale, colors and layout with your project team before fabrication.
Designing your border
Waterlines, steps & pool floors
At the waterline, the border follows the perimeter beneath the coping. On steps and shelves, it can mark a change in level. On the pool floor, it can frame a medallion or define the main tile field.
The band width, pattern scale and contrast should work together. Share your plans and where the border will go so we can discuss an appropriate layout.
Corners and curves
A repeating pattern needs to meet cleanly at corners and return to its starting point. Curved walls and spa edges also affect how the motif is drawn.
We review these transitions before cutting. Depending on the design, the solution may be a corner motif, an adjusted repeat or a pattern developed around the curve.
Hand-cut borders
Individual pieces are shaped to the drawing, allowing scrolls, leaves and curved motifs to follow the design. Use the H references below when discussing a pattern with the studio.
Acanthus and Vine
Leaf and vine motifs for decorative waterlines and architectural bands. The opening project shows these patterns in place.
Volute Scroll · Blue and cream on navy · H-13 · Hand-cut
Sand Acanthus Scroll · Sand, cobalt and turquoise · H-14 · Hand-cut
Acanthus Scroll · Gold and turquoise on black · H-17 · Hand-cut
Acanthus Scroll · Turquoise and white on black · H-19 · Hand-cut
Flowering Vine · Turquoise and white on navy · H-22 · Hand-cut
Acanthus Vine · Blue and white · H-24 · Hand-cut
Garden Acanthus · Green, blue and plum on cream · H-34 · Hand-cut
Flame Vine · Red, orange and gold on blue · H-38 · Hand-cut
Red Ribbon Vine · Red and gold on cobalt · H-39 · Hand-cut
Fern Scroll · Green on violet · H-41 · Hand-cut
Palmette and Leaf
Fan-shaped leaves and repeating floral motifs for a classical design.
Palm Leaf Scroll · Turquoise and cream on navy · H-08 · Hand-cut
Lotus Palmette · Blue and white on black · H-09 · Hand-cut
Anthemion Palmette · Blue and white on navy · H-23 · Hand-cut
Roman Palmette · Blue palm fans on sand · H-32 · Hand-cut
Tulip and Scroll · Green and coral on violet · H-40 · Hand-cut
Wave
Rolling waves and spirals that bring movement to a waterline or pool edge.
Wave and Spiral · Turquoise · H-03 · Hand-cut
Breaking Wave · Blue on cobalt · H-05 · Hand-cut
Gold Wave Scroll · Gold and turquoise on black · H-07 · Hand-cut
Cobalt Wave Scroll · Cobalt and turquoise · H-10 · Hand-cut
Scrolling Wave · Blue on black with cream bands · H-18 · Hand-cut
Ribbon Wave · Cobalt, azure and white · H-28 · Hand-cut
Vitruvian Wave · Pale blue and navy · H-29 · Hand-cut
Gold Ground Wave · Blue scroll on gold · H-33 · Hand-cut
Red Spiral Wave · Red on slate blue · H-37 · Hand-cut
Greek Key
Geometric meanders for straight runs and carefully planned corner transitions.
Key and Disc · Blue and white · H-06 · Hand-cut
Meander with Rosettes · Navy on iridescent pale · H-12 · Hand-cut
Broken Meander · Navy on pale iridescent · H-15 · Hand-cut
Key and Rosette · Blue and cream · H-27 · Hand-cut
Guilloche
Guilloche Ribbon · Blue, white and black · H-04 · Hand-cut
Running Circles · Turquoise and navy · H-21 · Hand-cut
Guilloche Spiral · Sand and blue · H-31 · Hand-cut
Stone Guilloche · Pearl and stone · H-35 · Hand-cut
Roundel
Roman Roundels · Blue and cream on white · H-02 · Hand-cut
Linked Rings · Pale blue on navy · H-20 · Hand-cut
Overlapping Discs · Blues on pale brick · H-25 · Hand-cut
Roman Discs · Iridescent blue and cream · H-26 · Hand-cut
Geometric
Herringbone · Blues on navy · H-11 · Hand-cut
Chevron · Blues on navy · H-16 · Hand-cut
Diamond Lozenge · Blues on pale brick · H-30 · Hand-cut
Star Lozenge · Red and blue on black · H-36 · Hand-cut
Grid borders
Square tiles arranged on a grid create crisp Greek keys and stepped waves. Use the G references to identify a starting pattern.
Greek Key · Pale blue and white on cobalt · G-01 · Whole tile
Greek Key · Azure and white on cobalt · G-02 · Whole tile
Stepped Wave · Azure and white on cobalt · G-03 · Whole tile
Greek Key · Cobalt on white · G-04 · Whole tile
Aqua Collection — B
Seventeen grid waterline designs, made to order at the widths shown. Note the B reference and band width when sending your inquiry.
Wave · B1 · 6.3” wide
Crested Wave · B2 · 6.3” wide
Ring · B3 · 6.3” wide
Chevron · B4 · 6.3” wide
Wide Ring · B5 · 6.3” wide
Nested Chevron · B6 · 6.3” wide
Diamond Lattice · B7 · 7” wide
Peak Wave · B8 · 7” wide
Lozenge Chain · B9 · 7” wide
Greek Key · B10 · 7” wide
Stepped Wave · B11 · 6.3” wide
Link · B12 · 7” wide
Bar and Dot · B13 · 7” wide
Fine Greek Key · B14 · 6.3” wide
Gradient · B15 · 7” wide
Open Greek Key · B16 · 7” wide
Interlocking Greek Key · B17 · 7” wide
Planning & delivery
Send the border location, approximate run length, band width and preferred colors. Include your selected design reference and any drawings showing corners, curves or steps.
We discuss the material and layout for the application, then review colors and design details before production.
Ready for your tile setter
Finished mosaics are delivered paper-faced in numbered sections with a keyed layout. Installation is handled by your tile setter or project team.
Production timing depends on the scope and approved design. We confirm the schedule for your project rather than promising a standard turnaround.
Plan your mosaic border
For designers, architects, pool builders and homeowners. Send a design reference, dimensions and project plans, or call (323) 389-5347.