A swimming pool is not just a reflection of your own personal style and flair in a backyard, but it also becomes a pillar in your family's lifestyle offering a great opportunity for building relationships and creating memories.
You will be spending quality time in the water, relaxing or playing games, all the while staying in the comfort and safety of your home. Regardless of the weather or time of the day, you can have fun with your family all year round. As well as entertaining, you and your family can benefit from the health and fitness advantages too. Staying fit physically and mentally, whilst making memories and happy family moments!
Why should you buy a family swimming pool?
Staying Cool (Or Warm!)
Warm summers and sunny days are beautiful, and having a refreshing dip on a scorching day is a great way to cool down. Also adding a pool heater can help you stay warm in winter! Then you can use your pool all year round if you would like to!
Health And Fitness
A pool is a great way for people of all ages and abilities to get exercise. From gentle non-weight bearing activities and hydrotherapy rehabilitation, to more of an intense workout, there are many different ways to build your fitness in a swimming pool. Alongside the other health benefits like improved sleep and positive impact on mental health and many more.
Socialising
A swimming pool is a great space for family members of all ages to come together and spend quality time together.
Increasing Property Value
A swimming pool will upgrade your backyard and transform it into a beautiful and functional space. This will definitely add value to your home, if you are ever looking to refinance or sell your property.
Find out how much value a pool will bring to your property here!
Saving Money
While it sounds counterintuitive after ‘spending money’ on your pool, to be able to ‘save money’. However, having a swimming pool in your backyard, means you save money on expensive days out as you will spend more time at home.
Deciding on the Pool Material
There are quite a few options available but the most popular ones are fibreglass, vinyl and concrete. While these materials are tough and durable, they come with a unique set of properties and features you should research and be aware of when deciding on which material to have your swimming pool built and installed in.
Fibreglass is the newest in technology when it comes to swimming pools. Fibreglass pools are cost-effective, which means they are highly suitable for families who may have a tight budget. Fibreglass pool shells are very strong and durable. They are made in factories and come in a wide range of sizes, colours, styles and shapes to choose from. Fibreglass is increasingly becoming popular for family swimming pools, as the material is non-slippery and is easier and more cost effective to maintain.
Unlike the other pool material options, fibreglass pools can be installed in no time, around 7-10 days depending on the layout of your backyard. This will allow your family to enjoy the water more quickly. Fibreglass pool manufacturers incorporate a ceramic core technology to make them highly durable.If you are to buy your pool from a reputable manufacturer, you can even expect a lifetime guarantee!
Vinyl-liner pools aren’t that popular for families in Australia as they require higher maintenance than other varieties of pools, making them less appealing. They require much higher upkeep than a fibreglass pool, because algae and bacteria can grow in the seams and around the stairs. Also, the vinyl lining in the pool will only last about 10 years, so this means you will need to spend money to re-line it. Pools that are vinyl-lined can be more likely to get damaged from sharp objects which can also equal costly repair bills.
Concrete pools are strong and offer high stability but since they need to be custom-built, they are relatively costly. As you would imagine for a custom designed pool, there is a delay in the installation process. Your family will need to wait for weeks and in some cases even months for the pool to be installed in your backyard. Because of the porous surface of concrete, it increases the frequency of the maintenance and the costs. However, if you are planning a unique pool for a distinctive backyard, this will be your best option as it is not pre-made.
Priorities When Choosing a Pool For Your Family:
Safety
Safety is paramount when considering to install a family pool, especially if you have young children or even older adults. Make sure your pool is designed so that it is not slippery. Slippery surfaces can look fabulous, but have a high risk of accidents. Safety rails should be installed to offer added protection to children and older adults. Another safety aspect is the seating and steps down into the pool. Making it safer for entry and exit, alongside a great place to sit or relax for all ages.
Look
The look of your pool will need to be considered carefully. Do you want your pool to look like a tropical oasis, or are you happy to achieve a modern square edged look? While a light coloured contemporary finish on a fibreglass pool can best provide the resort look, a darker shade with wood and traditional materials are sleek and modern.
Quality
Since a pool is a huge investment, you don’t want to have to be paying out for ongoing issues and defects. Spending the basics on maintenance is expected, however if you buy a poor quality pool, or have an unreliable pool builder, you will run into expensive problems in the future. The quality of your pool should be resistant to water damage and withstand the climate extremes and the chemicals added to the pool water.
Family Needs
Do you lead a relaxed and slow lifestyle? Or do you have a busy schedule and cannot afford to spend time on cleaning and maintenance? You can look at a self-cleaning pool with low/no maintenance to suit your family needs. A small plunge pool is fine if you are going to use the pool to relax with your family during the weekends. However, if your family intends to swim regularly, you can choose a larger one.
At the Fibreglass Pool Company we can help you identify your needs and give experienced advice to which pool may suit your family and space better. Reach out to us today so we can help you plan your dream family swimming pool or check out our impressive pool range!
