Swimming pools provides details of what types of pools are available, the materials used including fiberglass and vinyl, the use of stenciled concrete for pool decks, and offers advice on heaters, covers and filters as well as the positioning of swimming pools in your garden.

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Introduction
There are essentially two types of garden swimming pools. Those that are embedded into the ground - "in ground" pools and those that sit above the ground - "above ground" pools. There are pros' and cons' to both. The "in ground" pools are more permanent and fit into the design of the garden, whereas sometimes "above ground" swimming pools can be a little obtrusive. However, the advantage of most "above ground" pools is that they are less permanent. If your space is relatively limited, you might want a pool in the summer but not want to give up the space in the winter. Portable "above ground" swimming pools are just the answer to this problem. Intex pools are a popular choice.



Planning approval

You will almost certainly require some form of planning approval and should investigate this thoroughly in respect of swimming pools and deck build and those very important Health & Safety issues.

General guidelines for positioning

Think of the entire pool area as a total swimming and leisure environment, with the pool as the focal point. The pool deck goes a long way in tying the pool itself in with the pool environment. Since swimming pools should be more than simply a basin to swim laps or cool off in, great care must be made to "set off" the pool in it's best position. For instance, while it may seem most "natural" to have a deck layout in which people have the house at their backs, this is not always desirable. A home with a striking, well-landscaped rear façade may well have that as its most aesthetic view, as opposed to a backyard fence and view of a neighbour's garden.



Swimming pools - what's best for the family

A pool close to the house is convenient and easy to watch over, but it may be very noisy for occupants of the house when there is a group of children playing and splashing in swimming pools. A pool set out in the garden needs to be visible from the house even if it is fenced to give some control of usage, but on the other hand, it can make the pool environment better for entertaining guests or to open up the yard.

The pool deck for large & small properties

The pool deck compliments and reflects the swimming pools themselves, so many of the considerations used in determining the size and shape of the deck will be considerations needed for the pool. On a large property, swimming pools and decks can be constructed well away from the house as a separate entity. This means that, typically, a larger deck would be designed in order to set that identity off. If the pool is set out in the yard away from the house, a freeform style design, possibly with a more natural set of finishes to complement the exterior landscaping, will probably work best.

On a smaller property, swimming pools may have to be located close to or adjoining the house itself. This makes it more a part of the home's architecture, and may have to have more formal lines eg. rectangular or oval shape in order to fit in with the homes' design. As an entity closely related to the home, the pool deck should be designed to match or complement the colour and materials found on the homes' exterior as opposed to those of the natural surroundings. Look at the types of material which you have used for garden edges, back of the house paths & any adjacent driveways. You should choose a deck finish for swimming pools that either blends in with these or is totally contrasting.

Above Ground Pools - Above ground pools describes the variety and types of pools available today, what permission from the authorities may be required and how to avoid the common problems associated with above ground pools.

Pool Supplies - Pool supplies includes information about maintaining your pool and the equipment needed such as filters, heaters, liners and covers for above ground or inground pools. Not forgetting Health & Safety issues as well as pool supplies for relaxation and fun.

Fiberglass Pools - Describes the benefits of fiberglass pools, how they are made, the advantages and disadvantages against other materials. Includes some information on installation, Sport pools, Swim Spas and Deep Well fiberglass pools.

Inground Pools - Describes the benefits of inground pools, the different types available, what to consider when buying a pool and some general information about the construction of inground pools.

Pool Decks - Information about pool decks - what they are, the types and designs available, important safety issues and hints on positioning them for best family use. Also some details on concrete stenciling, the use of bricks and tiling pool decks.



The most relevant links we could find, placed here free

Easy Pools UK - for pools, spas, saunas, sunbeds and steamrooms. Construction, supply and pool maintenance. www.easypools.co.uk

Endless pools UK - Water flow allows you to swim & train. www.endlesspools.co.uk

Smokey Mountain pools US - Featuring the new Kayak pool www.smokymountainpools.com

Florida North Fiberglass Pools & Swim Spas - great value fiberglass pools www.floridanorth.com

Poolboy - Poolboy is an excellent UK based website for Pool and hot tub accessories, swimming pool and hot tub accessories, Automatic Pool Cleaners, Leaf Nets, Vacuum Heads, Skimmer Baskets, Skimmer Spares, Pipe & Pipe Fittings, Filter Cartridges, Filter Media, Brushes, Swimming Aides, Hot tub Swingbrella, Test kits, Vacuum heads, Navigator Pool Cleaner, Cybernaut Swimming Pools Cleaners. www.poolboy.co.uk

The UK Pool Store - The UKPOOLSTORE is an extensive online store holding over 5000 product lines, including wooden pools, quick up pools & splasher pools. They also stock a large selection of water treatment chemicals & water testing kits plus many swimming pool spares and spa accessories etc.
www.ukpoolstore.co.uk

1st Direct suppliers - Swimming Pool Products - 1st-direct.com claims to be the UK's largest leading mail order & online company offering their customers unbeatable prices on all their products. They have been established for over 30 years as a family run business which they claim brings with it an experience and knowledge that many companies have yet to reach.
www.1st-direct.com