Design and installation for a swimming pool is a substantial (and potentially lifetime) investment, so you need to know how it will be built before you get the best one for your home.
Fiberglass has become increasingly popular because it needs less upkeep than concrete. Unfortunately, fiberglass may not be a proper material if you need custom forms or anything unusual for your driveway or walkways.
Fiberglass
Fiberglass pools are known for their installation time, low maintenance, and smooth algae resistant finish. Also, it takes less chemicals to treat them than other pool types and they are easier to clean.
If your budget is tight, then a fiberglass model without additional accessories such as waterfalls and slides can save on the overall cost of the design. Also, if necessary, doing things like bringing construction during slower periods would help lower the costs as well.
When you install a pool, match your landscape and aquatic garden for extra cost and delays. To cut down even further, choose a fiberglass pool that needs as little care as possible – you do not want a pool that needs to be replastered, relined or replumbed over and over again.
Negative Edge
An in-ground pool is a long-term (and often expensive) investment that has to be well planned and maintained, but with the right features it can be a good value addition to your property and a source of summer fun for years.
If you are looking to buy a pool, weigh everything out and know how you’ll be using it. For example, a rectangle might be suitable for smaller backyards because that is the best form for most swimmers and provides multiple lane options for swimming.
: Negative edge design of the pool allows for sweeping natural views from anywhere on the pool while multiple places to relax such as this rock grotto, hot tub, and waterfall makes this the ultimate backyard pool! It was an AMAZING backyard tour!
Natural Looking
One design feature in swimming pool design that’s recently taken off is to design pools that look like ponds, lakes and other natural water features. These pools have no chemical components reminiscent of conventional chlorine pools – so they are perfect for anyone with concerns about environmental damage associated with traditional pools.
Pure natural swimming pools clean water naturally using plants instead of filters. These species are planted in regeneration areas – and chosen for their climate- and hardiness-adapted character to offer a summery view.
Regeneration areas also become home for creatures that may want to nest next to the pool, such as birds, frogs and other aquatic species. Fish are generally not to be used in natural pools because their excrement can clog drains and release toxic bacteria, potentially making water unsafe; any contaminated algae will compete for nutrients with the healthy aquatic vegetation that is already in there.
Hot Tub
Kim Tokarski, Leslie’s category director for pool and spa lifestyle products, says before choosing a new swimming pool, it’s helpful to figure out what your new pool is going to be used for — then you can make estimates of the cost and time of construction.
Initially, she suggests measuring your space to see how big a pool you’ll be able to fit into it and then deciding which shapes and decor would work best for that space. Professionals may want to purchase longer rectangle pools that allow more time to exercise.
Buy our favorite Palisades Above Ground Hard-Sided Pool. It is made of resin and steel pieces and it is more durable than competitors and comfortably holds up to 12 adults – and comes with a 25-year warranty! However, take care: You’ll need large level surface area and professional installation to get it to work.
