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Above ground pool
Notes:
- Do you want to install a swimming pool in your backyard without breaking the bank? If your budget is a huge concern when looking at swimming pools, then the best type of pool for you is usually going to be an above ground pool.
- Above ground pools come in a wide range of shapes and sizes these days. You can invest in a small above ground pool that you put up and take down every summer or a large above ground pool with a deck around it.
- But the thing that people love about all of the best above ground pools is that they tend to be on the cheaper side compared to inground swimming pools. You’re not going to have to spend tens of thousands of dollars to put one into your backyard like you might have to do with inground pools.
- You will have to prepare to replace above ground pools a whole lot sooner than you have to replace inground pools. But that’ll be a small price to pay in the grand scheme of things. You should still be able to get 20 years or so out of an above ground pool before having to replace it.
- It’ll make an above ground pool well worth the investment for those searching for the most affordable type of pool on the market today.
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5 Benefits of Choosing an Above Ground Pool
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- the greatest benefit of above-ground pools is the cost – it comes with a lower cost of installation and maintenance than in-ground pools
- but above ground pools are not attractive – and may not be allowed in some neighborhood associations
- but you can get around this by encasing your above-ground with a deck and landscaping
- this particular photo shows a half surround deck with landscaping around the pool – the landscape gives the pool a nice look for both the homeowner and neighborhood
- for a complete surround deck, check out this analysis of deck landscape pool
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some above-ground pool landscaping to consider
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Vinyl liner inground pool
Notes:
- Would you prefer to go with an inground pool as opposed to an above ground pool when investing in a swimming pool for your backyard? One of the first options that you’ll have is a vinyl liner inground pool.
- Of all the different types of pools that you can put into the ground behind your home, vinyl liner inground pools are often the least expensive. They’ll come in at just a fraction of what you would have to pay for fiberglass or concrete inground pools.
- At the same time, many people love vinyl liner inground pools because you can customize them to be almost any shape and size that you want. Whether you choose to go with a basic rectangular pool or something a little bit fancier than that, you can pick and choose what your pool is going to look like when it’s finished.
- Because of this, vinyl liner swimming pools have become very popular among many homeowners. They’re a great fit for those who don’t want above ground pools but also don’t want to spend a small fortune on an inground one.
- QUESTION?
9 Problems with Inground Vinyl Liner Pool
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- as noted, vinyl liner in-grounds are less expensive than fiberglass and concrete. And they are perfect for swimmers who are only looking to cool down during a hot day.
- but big expense no matter what kind of pool is the landscaping – question is whether to have your landscaping center around the pool as illustrated in the photo above
- note the palms and conifers – plus the many planter containers with all types of florals placed around the pool hardscape
- it’s the perfect setting for an in-ground pool
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some floral arrangements to consider
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Concrete in-ground pool
Notes:
- If you don’t mind spending a little bit more money on a swimming pool for your home, then you really can’t go wrong with a concrete inground pool. Concrete pools, which are also commonly called gunite pools, are even more customizable than vinyl liner ones and can be tailor-made to fit your specific needs.
- You will, of course, have to pay a little extra for a concrete pool than you would have to pay otherwise. The materials associated with designing and building a concrete pool are going to cost a pretty penny.
- You’re also going to need to be prepared to clean and maintain a concrete pool more often than you would have to clean and maintain some of the other different types of pools. They’ll need to go through an expensive resurfacing process about every 10 years or so.
- But as long as you’re prepared to take all of this on, a concrete pool will dramatically improve the look and feel of your backyard while also adding to the value of your property as a whole in most cases.
- QUESTION?
what is a gunite swimming pool
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- beautifully designed swimming pool that is deep enough for board diving
- note that part of the pool functions as a hot tub that can spill over the edge to heat the pool
- a pool with this style is best with a gunite pool where you can custom design your pool – the most expensive pool option
- as with any pool type, its the landscaping that surrounds the pool that makes your backyard look nice
- can you identify the area? By the look at the high cactus and palm, most likely in the southwest where a backyard pool is a must to cool down from the summer heat.
- any other ideas ___________?
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some pool accessories to consider
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Fiberglass inground pool
Notes:
- Do you want to steer clear of having to do a whole bunch of maintenance to a swimming pool once you have it installed in your backyard? There is obviously no way to avoid doing at least a little maintenance to a pool. It comes with the territory when you decide to install one in your backyard.
- But fiberglass inground pools are, by and large, the easiest swimming pools to maintain. They’re also the easiest pools to install since they’re fabricated off-site, brought to a home, and then put into place with very little effort.
- Most fiberglass swimming pools are going to cost you more than above ground pools or vinyl liner pools. But they’re often less expensive than concrete ones and will get your pool up and running quickly when you make the decision to buy one.
- And as if all of that wasn’t enough, fiberglass pools have come a long way over the years and are now available in so many shapes and sizes. It makes them an excellent option for those who want a unique pool for their backyards.
- QUESTION?
10 Facts About Fiberglass Pools That Every Pool Owner Should Know
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- an interesting backyard oasis that functions as a paradise and entertainment area
- as a paradise, you will note palm trees and flowers all nicely planted in a tiered rock garden
- for entertainment, you have a fire pit, dining area under a pergola, and lounge seating alongside the pool
- and inside the pool are both swimming, floating, diving and sports play
- any other ideas ___________?
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some swimming pool entertainment to consider
lounge chairs with umbrellapoolside basketballstone fire pit
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Which type of pool would be right for your backyard?
Notes:
- As you can see, there is no shortage of options when it comes to swimming pools these days. You can get whichever type of pool you want and have it installed in a hurry.
- Which type of pool do you think would work best for your backyard? Consider each of the options listed here before settling on the one that you want for your home.
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QUESTION?
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- if you would like to soften the landscape, use a deck to surround the swimming pool instead of hardscape
- the deck works great when you have small backyard
- add to the landscape some small trees and conifers – with a border area for flowers
- and don’t forget the umbrella to shade your pool during those hot, sunny days
- any other ideas ___________?
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some patio/pool ideas to consider
large offset umbrellaswimming pool lightswall lantern lighting
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