Building a New Pool

There are many different types of pool you can opt for at home. Garden pools can be constructed on top of your lawn or into a hollow that is lined with a fibreglass shell, for example. Indeed, there are so many choices that some homeowners will ignore one of the most obvious options: concrete. Of course, there are large numbers of concrete pools around the world and for good reason. This is a relatively cost-effective material to construct a home swimming pool from. However, it is not just because you can obtain a pool in your garden for a fraction of the usual cost that makes concrete such an ideal choice. Read on to find out why concrete pools should be high up on your list of possible options.

A Fully Customised Pool

A concrete pool is one that can take any shape you want. If you have a corner plot and want your pool to wrap around the side and the back of your house, then it would certainly be possible with other materials but it is much simpler to achieve with concrete. Because it is a liquid when it is first poured into place, you can form curves or right-angles with it with ease. What's more, concrete pools are ideal in places where you may have uneven ground to cope with. After all, concrete can also be used to retain earthworks as well as to form the structure of a pool. In short, you can customise your pool any way you like with concrete.

A Long-Lasting Pool

The durability of concrete is well-known across the globe. It has been used as a building material since ancient times. So, when you choose a concrete pool for your garden, you will be making a long-term investment in something that will last decades or even longer. True, minor faults can occur with concrete from time-to-time, but these are easy to patch repair and you are unlikely to need to do any structural maintenance work with a concrete pool for many, many years.

A Good-Looking Pool

Finally, it should be said that many concrete swimming pools look fantastic. If you are put off the idea of concrete because your imagine your pool will end up looking like a grey, monotone blob, then think again. Concrete can be sealed and buffed into a highly polished surface. It can be painted any colour you like and you can even add some sparkle into the mix to catch on your pool lights, too!

To learn more, contact a concrete pool contractor.