Swimming pool in your garden: which is the right one?

What’s more beautiful than spending relaxing hours by the pool in your garden on hot summer days? Many home builders dream of one small private wellness oasis right outside your door. If you are thinking of making this wish come true, you should get all the necessary information before making the purchase and work hard on planning.

We have summarized the most important tips for planning and designing the swimming pool of your dreams.

The perfect location for your pool

Many homeowners build the pool in the center of the yard to attract attention. Others, however, prefer an area of ​​the property that is a little more sheltered from the wind. When choosing the location it is important that: as few trees as possible in the immediate vicinity condition. This avoids having to constantly fish for leaves and also prevents the pool from cooling down too quickly due to the shade. It is also recommended to have one soil at ground level select. Inclined locations create additional work and irregularities must be removed through extensive excavation.

Preparation and design of the swimming pool in your garden

Before you start building your own pool, there are still some preparations to do. The first point of contact should therefore always be this associated building authority To be. There you will find out exactly which building rules and regulations must be respected. Depending on the federal state, there are precise regulations regarding the size of the pool, the depth of the pool and the minimum distance required from the property line. Once you find out what the requirements are, you will need to determine the requirements of your pool. This ultimately determines the size and type of pool. Before starting planning, you need to clarify the following questions:

• How much money can the swimming pool cost?
• How often do you use the pool?
• What do you use the pool for?
• How many people use the pool?

Which pool is the right one?

Quick-up pool, above ground pool or prefabricated pool: depending on your wishes and available budget, there is a suitable solution.

The simplest and fastest variant is quick pool. They are more stable than traditional paddling pools, but are just as easy to assemble. The top ring needs to be filled with air and then adjusts to the water level as it fills. However, those who have high aesthetic demands for their new swimming pool will probably not be satisfied with this solution.

Another alternative are above ground pools. You also benefit from the advantage that you do not have to dig the pool and lower it into the ground. Additionally, the water heats up faster than in pools that are below the surface of the earth. There are various versions of this type made of plastic with tubular steel structures or made of sheet steel. These pools offer real swimming pleasure as they are available in larger sizes and different shapes.

However, with an in-ground pool permanently integrated into the ground, the costs and effort are slightly greater. First the soil must be cleaned of roots and stones. Subsequently, the ground is excavated and a concrete base plate is created, which gives the pool a secure support. Future pool owners can choose between different prefabricated pools and individually adapted solutions made from different materials. Although the purchase costs are higher, the results speak for themselves and promise long-term enjoyment of your pool.

To ensure that the technical equipment does not compromise the aesthetics of the new wellness oasis, it is possible to install an underground technological well directly next to the swimming pool. Here you will find, for example, the pump and the filter system.

How can you save energy with a swimming pool in your garden?

Due to the high energy prices it is worth it design the pool to be energy efficient. With a few simple measures it is possible to keep energy costs within limits. A pool towel or coverwhich is dragged to the surface of the water after use, reduces heat loss and reduces cleaning costs. Take advantage of the sun’s heat and position the pool in your garden accordingly. With a solar system Water can be heated using solar energy. Another option is to use an air-water pump to heat the pool. Heat is taken from the surrounding air and released into the water. If you want to present your new pool in a particularly attractive way, use discreet LED lighting.

Whichever option you choose, a swimming pool is sure to provide hours of relaxation. Of course, on the Rötzer building know-how blog you can also find out how you can transform your garden into a relaxing wellness oasis with other tricks.