August 28, 2023

The end of summer is just around the corner, and in many parts of the country, the day after Labor Day, swimming pools are closed, and outdoor living comes to a halt. But the onset of autumn does not necessarily mean that pool season is over. While “pool season” for pool and patio installations is typically spring and early summer, there are many compelling reasons to go against tradition and build your pool in the fall.

Why Build a Swimming Pool in the Fall?

1. If you start building a swimming pool in the spring, unexpected delays and rainy weather can throw your whole timeline off, which can be very disappointing if you have high hopes of having a pool in time for birthdays, holidays, and other celebrations. Building a pool in the fall will allow you to rest easy, knowing your pool will be ready for summer.

2. Avoiding the height of the pool-building season means you could have a better chance of finding a contractor without other jobs that could divert attention from your pool project.

3. Permit offices have less demand during the fall season, allowing them to process documents faster.

4. In cooler temperatures, the construction team will be more comfortable and won’t be thinking about how soon they can get in the air-conditioned indoors (and can therefore concentrate on building your pool!).

5. Landscaping around the pool area is much more pleasant in cooler weather, and many trees and perennial plants are best planted early in the fall, allowing plants to emerge from well-established roots with a stronger start the following spring.

6. When constructing your pool in the fall, your yard will have time to recover over the winter before summer arrives.

7. If you build your swimming pool in the fall, you’ll be ready to cool down in your new pool when temperatures spike in the spring.

8. If you are also building a hot tub to accompany your new pool, the fall and winter months are the best times to enjoy it.

9. If you build a heated pool, you can start to enjoy it in the fall, and possibly the winter, depending on where you live.

10. Build the pool in the fall and the deck in the spring to split the construction cost and avoid one giant cash outlay.

Did you miss this year’s “pool season?” Right now could be the best time to install one! Get swimming pool design inspiration and see all that Crossville Studios has to offer to make your outdoor design dreams come true.

When it comes to surfacing for swimming pool decks, waterlines, and more, Crossville Studios has got you covered with decking, coping, and 2CM porcelain pavers, in addition to porcelain panels (that can be use in pools!), and many selections of porcelain tiles, glass tiles, and mosaics for pool waterlines and full linings.

Decking, Coping, and Pavers

As the most traversed part of your pool area, exterior decking, coping, and pavers can make the biggest visual impact, and while you want these surfaces to be aesthetically pleasing, they also need to withstand foot traffic and harsh weather conditions. Exterior flooring should also provide enhanced traction for slip resistance and safety. With outdoor performance in mind, Crossville Studios offers many amazing tile alternatives to fashionably yet practically cover outdoor floors.

At the Cafe 2CM porcelain pavers recreate a minimal cement look in traditional concrete hues, enhanced by an iridescent touch that is seen when light reflects off the surface.

Inspired by white marble, Portico Dream 2CM porcelain pavers deliver a chic metropolitan mood — ideal for creating sophisticated outdoor environments.

Crafted to reference multidimensional stone, Mellow Out offers a serene effect with subtle grain variations and texture.

Taking its cues from the elegance of Italian Pietra di Cardosa and American Vermont Slate and merged with technical advancements, Owen Stone is a porcelain tile unlike any before. The exterior finish tiles in this collection are not only stunning but also have the durability and slip resistance necessary for poolside safety. 

Inspired by Portuguese Atlantic Dark limestone, our Portugal  exterior tiles are graced with natural beauty found only in the Mediterranean. The look of the limestone captured in this line is different from others of its kind, featuring a subtle, organic surface that delivers a sophisticated, tactile elegance. The exterior finish tile is a beautiful and safe option for pool decking.

Stone Fiction porcelain tile has the look of perpetually appealing travertine while providing confidence in the performance of porcelain for a lifetime of grace, ease, and style. For pool decking and patios, choose the exterior finish option for superior preformance and slip resistance in wet conditions. 

Pool Tile for Waterlines

Pool tile is known for adding visual panache and designer style to swimming pools or spa areas, but these exterior tiles also serve an important role by supporting a cleaner pool environment at the waterline. Because tiles used for pool waterlines are constantly subjected to moisture, extreme temperatures, and chemicals, they must offer exceptional technical performance. We also have specialty glass suitable for full lining by American Glass Mosaics. (These tiles are made of 100% recycled content and are made in America.)

Twighlight Glass Mosaics are suitable outdoors for walls, pool waterlines, and full pool linings. 

Vemetian glass mosaic tiles are suitable for exterior walls and pool waterlines. 


Our More Pool tile collections is a porcelain tile line for exterior walls and pool waterlines. 

Porcelain Panels in the Pool!

Yes, our durable and verstaile porcelain panels can also be used in a swimming pool. Here, the hot tub is clad with I Naturali porcelain panels in Travertino Grigio Venato Bush Hammered. This stunning pool project also includes pool decking with Portugal porcelain exterior tiles, accent walls with Handwritten wall tile, Glass Blox glass tiles (Champagne, Dusk, Latte) for the waterline, and Film Noir porcelain countertops.

For many pool design options right at your fingertips, Dive Into Our Pool Catalog!



We're Here to Help You Select the Right Outdoor Tile for Your Project!

Because pool tiles are subject to moisture, UV light, heavy foot traffic, chemical cleaning agents, and extreme temperatures, we encourage you to work with a knowledgeable professional to help you select high-quality tiles with exceptional technical performance that are right for your project. With 27 dedicated showrooms offering world-class products and dedicated support, Crossville Studios professionals are here to assist you in finding products that hit all the right marks for aesthetics, technical performance, sustainability—and availability. Connect with us today!