Swimming Pool Material Options

Is a Fibreglass Swimming Pool better than a Concrete Swimming Pool...?
Which type of swimming pool should you choose?

Fibreglass Swimming Pools

In recent times, Fibreglass swimming pools have taken a great leap forward in the popularity stakes. This is due to the introduction of space age technology and the Fibreglass industry's experience in building such things as Fibreglass boat hulls. Today's Fibreglass swimming pool not only offers an amazing range of shapes and sizes, but an equally impressive selection of colours and finishes to suit personal preferences and the setting in which the pool is to be installed.

Installation begins with an excavation that suits the dimensions of the swimming pool, including any steps, swim outs or safety ledges that can be built into the Fibreglass shell.

One of the real attractions of Fibreglass swimming pools is their short installation time. Fibreglass pools are pre-manufactured and customised to suit conditions.

This means you can shop around for the pool of your choice and know precisely what you will get in terms of size, shape and colour.

Concrete Swimming Pools

Undoubtedly the oldest type of swimming pool construction, concrete pools were built and used by the ancient Romans.

Many of these swimming pools still exist and amazingly, a number of them are still in good condition. Today's concrete pool construction has been revolutionized by the introduction of the sprayed concrete techniques, which is quicker and less expensive than the ordinary box and pours method.

As with all in-ground swimming pools, construction of a concrete pool begins with the excavation, which can be of any size or shape, and made to suit the site and preference of the owner. Being virtually handmade; a concrete pool can take many weeks or even months to complete and is also very weather dependant.

A concrete swimming pool is finished with pebble, colour quartz, vinyl, tiles or a basic painted surface. Over time most concrete swimming pools will require resurfacing which can be considerably expensive.

A concrete swimming pool can also suffer cracks with ground movement which could cause water to leak from the structure. A leak may be difficult to locate and repair.

Above Ground Swimming Pools Vs. In-ground Swimming Pools

An above ground swimming pool can cost significantly less than an in-ground swimming pool, yet the benefits are the same - fun for all the family. They can even be used by families who do not own their own home and want to take it with them later. Above ground swimming pools vary in size, from wading pools for children to adult sized lap pools.

There is a major saving in labour and soil removal costs for the above ground swimming pool, as some specially engineered above ground pools, depending on the site, can be fully or partially installed in the ground.

Generally, above ground pools are prefabricated, making installation quick and easy. The main requirement is to carefully prepare an absolutely level site for the pool.

Most above ground swimming pools have vinyl liners, offering a range of colours and surface finishes.

Most above ground pools will have a limited life span and will require to be replaced after a number of years.

Variable Sites

Narellan Pools NZ has techniques for installing a swimming pool in just about any site you can imagine. We have installed swimming pools in the remotest parts of NZ and on high hillside sites after the pool has been lifted into place by helicopter.

On slopes, for example, retaining walls can be installed to support the far walls of the pool.