We provide specialized winterization services to safeguard your pool during the off-season, and when spring arrives, we handle the thorough opening process.
We provide specialized winterization services to safeguard your pool during the off-season, and when spring arrives, we handle the thorough opening process.
Pool tiles do more than make your pool look good — they protect key edges, create a clean waterline, and give your pool that finished, “done properly” feel.
But when tiles start lifting, cracking, popping off, or the grout begins washing out, it quickly turns into a problem you can’t ignore. Loose tiles can be sharp, they let water get behind the finish, and they often lead to bigger repair work if left too long.
Whether you want to upgrade your pool with a fresh new look, repair damaged waterline tiles, replace broken step tiles, or install mosaics that bring character to the pool, the quality of the prep and installation makes all the difference. Done properly, tiling should last and stay neat — not start failing after one season.
Cape Pools handles swimming pool tiling and mosaic installation and repairs across Cape Town and surrounding areas, with a focus on clean finishing, durable bonding, and tidy grout lines that hold up over time.
Tiling work goes wrong when the surface under the tile isn’t stable, the wrong adhesives are used, or the pool has underlying movement or water issues that were never addressed.
That’s why we don’t just “replace a few tiles” and hope for the best. We look at why the tiles failed in the first place — because if the base is weak, the same tiles will lift again.
If you’re planning a broader upgrade (new coping, resurfacing, a water feature, new decking), it’s often the perfect time to do tiling because everything can be finished cleanly in one plan. If it’s a repair-only job, we still keep the work neat — the goal is for it to blend in and hold up properly.
We also help you choose finishes that make sense for a pool environment. Pool tiles and mosaics need to handle constant water exposure, sun, chemicals, and everyday wear.
The right tile choice and correct installation prevents the typical issues people complain about: grout discolouration, hollow-sounding tiles, edges lifting, and “patchy” repairs that don’t match.
We install and repair swimming pool tiles and mosaics across Cape Town and surrounding areas, including Parow, Century City, Table View, Parklands, Claremont, Rondebosch, Newlands, Kenilworth, Constantia, Plumstead, Tokai, Wynberg, Epping, Montague Gardens, Paarden Eiland, Ndabeni, Airport Industria, Parow Industria, Blackheath, Killarney Gardens, Maitland and Brooklyn, Sea Point, Green Point, Camps Bay, Bellville, Durbanville, Brackenfell, Kraaifontein, Kuils River, Milnerton, Somerset West, and Bloubergstrand.
Common reasons include poor surface prep, incorrect adhesives, water getting behind the tile line, grout failure, or structural movement in the pool shell. Fixing the cause matters — otherwise the same tiles often lift again.
Yes, in many cases. If the rest of the tile band is still stable, we can repair a section neatly. If tiles are lifting in multiple areas, a broader replacement may be the smarter long-term option.
Yes. Mosaics work well on curved areas and features, and they can add a premium look when installed properly. We can install mosaics as a new feature or repair existing mosaic sections that are damaged or lifting.
Definitely — and it’s often the best time to do it. When we combine tiling with resurfacing, coping upgrades, or water feature installation, the final finish usually comes out much cleaner and more consistent.
It depends on the size of the area, the condition of the existing surface, and whether repairs are needed underneath. Once we’ve seen the pool, we’ll give you a realistic timeline based on what’s required.
Sometimes yes, sometimes close. If the tile range is still available, matching is easier. If it’s discontinued or sun-faded over time, we’ll recommend the best practical match — or suggest an upgrade option that looks intentional instead of “patched”.
We can assist where grout is failing, but we’ll always check if the underlying tiles are stable first. Regrouting over loose tiles usually doesn’t last, so it’s better to fix the base properly.