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October 19th, 2009

Things To Know About In-Ground Pools

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If you want to build your own pool, above ground pools are cheaper and easier to build. Although they are not as expensive to build and not as expensive to operate as in-ground pools, in-ground pools are preferred by most people, who want to have a swimming pool. You can build in-ground pools deeper, larger and in many more different sizes as above ground pools. So there is more room to swim for you and your family.

Due to the sturdy design of in-ground pools you will enjoy your pool for many years to come. If you intend to have your pool for a long time and don’t want to build our own pool just for your kids to have one great summer, an in-ground pool is the way to go. In-ground pools are more expensive, but you can build the pool to your liking. For example, you can have a deep end for diving, an end for children and an extra section with massage jets.

To build your own in-ground swimming pool will take more time than building an above ground pool. You have to dig a hole and set up a framework. Depending on the type of the pool you will have to fit a fiberglass pool in the hole, build a shell of bricks and concrete or whatever else you choose to build. Once you have finished this procedure, you will have to fill up the rest of the hole. Also the plumbing is more time consuming to do than with an above ground pool.

There are many different ways to build an in-ground pool, but there are just some types of material you can choose from. The most commonly used material for the liner is vinyl. A vinyl liner is better for winter as it is frost-resisting.

Fiberglass pools are also very common. These types of pools are very sturdy and you don’t need to replace the fiberglass pool. Although fiberglass pools are more expensive, in the long term you can save a lot of money.

Liners made of concrete are also very sturdy, but they are susceptible to frost and ice. By using concrete, you have the possibility to build your own pool in any shape you like. If your pool is built of concrete, you can custom tailor the design of your pool in many ways using paint, tile or finishing the concrete pool with plaster.

Even though an in-ground pool takes a lot of time and money to build, with an in-ground pool you have added value to your property and to your life. To build your own pool is great for you and for your family if you love to swim, have a dip in the water and enjoy many hot summers to come.

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September 9th, 2009

Build Your Own Pool: Buying A Swimming Pool Kit

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If you want to build your own pool you have many options. If you want to have a tailor-made swimming pool and if you want to have control over every detail you have to go the concrete and plaster pool way. This is a lot of work and there are thousands of possible ways for you to slip up. So you may consider buying a swimming pool kit.

Even when buying a swimming pool kit you have many possibilities. First you have to decide between an above ground pool and an in-ground pool. Each one has his pros and cons and each one makes people happy. Of course there are differences you should be aware of.

One important difference is the shape of the swimming pool. Swimming pool kits for above ground pools are circular or oval only. There are no serious rectangular above ground swimming pool kits. In-ground pools offer more variations. In-ground pools come in circular, oval, rectangular or kidney shapes. With some types of pools you may have even more variations to choose from. If you like to swim or someone in your family likes to swim a lot you will have to choose a shape that supports this. The shape of a swimming pool kit that supports swimming best is a rectangle. You can also opt for an oval shape if there are not many people using the swimming pool at the same time.

If size matters to you – if you want to swim or if you have a large family – you will have to choose an in-ground pool. Above ground pools are much smaller than in-ground pools. In-ground pools can be  much bigger because the surrounding ground helps to hold back the water. Above ground pools are not very robust so that you are more limited in what you can do in your swimming pool.

This is also the reason you should choose an in-ground pool if you like to dive. If you browse youtube you will see many videos where someone is jumping into an above ground pool and the pool breaks. You also will have to be creative, if you try to use a diving board with your above ground pool. Most above ground pools are not deeper than 1,5 meter which is not a good diving hight.

The time you need to build your own pool differs widely between an in-ground pool and an above ground pool. Normally you can install an above ground pool within a few hours. It is possible for you to do it alone although you will appreciate a helping hand. In-ground pools take several days to build. You will need an excavator and depending on the type of pool eventually a crane. And you will need professionals to operate the machinery.

Finally you should be aware of that an in-ground pool is much more expensive than an above ground pool. In addition to the swimming pool kit itself you will have to spend a lot of money on the machinery to dig the hole in your backyard and the professionals operating them. Even if you choose an above ground pool you may have to do some earth moving because the ground has to be planar. But this can be done with a shovel in most cases.

The final choice depends on what you want to do with your pool. If you want to swim laps or dive you need a lot of space and a deep pool and an in-ground pool is your best choice. If you want to have a small pool for a quick dip in the water for yourself and your children, an above ground pool will suffice. So it comes down to what you hope to get from your own pool and what works best for you. Now you know what to consider to choose the right swimming pool kit.
 

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September 4th, 2009

Different Types Of Swimming Pools

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Your own swimming pool is a great way to relax. You can take a swim and a nice dip in the water on a hot summer day. You can build your own pool or buy swimming pools of many different sizes and shapes. You can also build your own pool of concrete and define the shape of your pool all by yourself. But the basin itself is not enough to operate a swimming pool. At least you need a pump, water filter, drains, a multiway valve and of course proper plumbing. You will also need some chemicals and eventually a chemical feeder.

There are various types of pools for you to choose from. First you have to decide if you want to have an above ground pool or an in-ground pool. The cheapest types of swimming pools are above ground pools. Also they are very easy to build. They are available as pre-fabricated swimming pool kits. There are also various inflatable pools of different sizes for a quick dip in the water. In-ground pools are much more expensive and demanding to build.

Regarding in-ground pools, fiberglass pools are less demanding to build. They are made of plastic reinforced with molded fiberglass. Some types have additional steel joists so that they won’t break even if they stand free and are filled with water. This is very impressive and you can enjoy your pool for many years to come.

In-ground swimming pools can also be built by constructing a steel frame and hanging a vinyl liner bag into it. The steel frame is quite expensive and you have to change the vinyl pool liner every 5 to 10 years depending on the weather, the solar irradiation and if you have a coping or roofing.

You can also build an in-ground pool of concrete end hang a vinyl linen into it. The shell can also be constructed of bricks of rigid foamed plastic. The walls have to be leveled out with smoothing cement and then you can fit the vinyl liner bag in.

With this types of swimming pools your are bound to pre-specified shapes. You do have some degrees of freedom with the vinyl liner, but you are limited. If you really want to build your own pool to your liking, you have to construct the shell of concrete and finish it with several layers of swimming pool plaster. To plaster pool shells is the way to go if you want a swimming pool with a unique shape. But if you happen to live in an area with strong winters you may have to refinish it more often.

If you really want to build your own pool, there are many types for you to chose from. Even with fiberglass pools you have lots of different ways to actually build your own pool. Swimming pools add value to your property and your life. And if you maintain it correctly and pay some attention to safety issues you will enjoy your own pool for years and years to come.

 

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