Small Swimming Pools Are All the Rage!
While it seems as if people just can’t get enough of tiny houses, the new trend seems to be smaller swimming pools. These smaller pools take up less space in your yard, require less maintenance than lavish pools, and doesn’t cost as much to maintain or heat. If installing a new swimming pool in your backyard is on your wish list, we’re here to help make it happen! Before spending a significant amount of your hard-earned money on a swimming pool you may not use as much as you think, there are a few things you should take into consideration.
Benefits to Investing in A Smaller Swimming Pool
When you make the decision to invest in a swimming pool, you should start the process as you would with any other project – define your reasons for purchasing the new pool. This will affect its shape, depth, size, and even possibly the type of construction needed for the pool. By having a clear idea of how you’ll use the swimming pool, the rest of your decisions will be much easier to make. But before you go any further with this project, make sure you ask yourself the most important question of all – will you use the swimming pool enough to justify its expense? Before spending any of your money on a swimming pool, you should take the factors listed below into consideration.
- Surprisingly, It’s Easy to Install Pools in A Small Backyard – For most home properties in America, smaller yards are a standard issue with houses. And if you’ve considered investing in a swimming pool, those with a smaller footprint are always an excellent option. By opting for a smaller pool, you’re opening the door to a world full of opportunities for things you can do with your outdoor space.
- Lap Pools Are Great for Narrow Spaces – If your available yard space is narrow, you should consider investing in a lap pool. These swimming pools are specifically designed with a narrow layout, allowing for swimming laps rather than relaxation. They’re long, narrow, and do not require an excessive amount of space.
- Your Pool Doesn’t Have to Be Rectangle – Though most pools installed today are rectangle, they don’t have to be! Square pools, which can be both chic and modern, require much less space than rectangle pools. If you’re looking for a swimming pool that’s big enough for you and your friends to cool off and relax in, square pools might just be the answer for you!
- Install Against a Wall – You can always consider extending your pool to be installed against a perimeter wall. Not only will this provide you with access on three sides, but it’s the perfect answer for those awkward-shaped backyards.
- Integrate Your Pool with a Deck – If you already have a deck, you should think about how you can incorporate it with your swimming pool. Extending decks is fairly easy, so if you have enough room to do so, it might just be the perfect area for your new pool.
What Type of Pool Designs Work Well in Small Spaces?
No matter what stage of the process you may be in, swimming pools are a major investment and the range of options to consider are constantly evolving. Would you rather an have in-ground or above ground pool, concrete or fiberglass, painted or tiled, infinity edge or lap pool? While these factors are important to consider, there are three popular swimming pools installed today – plunge, elongated, and freeform. Each have their own unique design and advantages over the next, more information about each listed below.
- Plunge Pool – These deep swimming pools are about as cost-effective as small in-ground pools will get. While they may be smaller, they are deep, meaning you can relax and swim laps. They require fewer materials to construct and are much easier to maintain and heat, making them much more affordable after your initial payment.
- Elongated Pool – While a “traditional” pool may not always fit on your property, you could always consider having a longer, thinner pool installed. These are perfect for narrow yards and are long enough to allow for both swimming and relaxing.
- Freeform Pool – When it comes to the shape of your pool, there are virtually no limits to its design and layout. Freeform pools will allow you to install a swimming pool in most any odd or oblong shape. Even if you have plenty of space in your backyard, odd-shaped pools can add a certain uniqueness to your property.
Mistakes to Avoid When Installing Your Pool
While having a new swimming pool installed on your property can be both fun and exciting, there are several mistakes that can be made during the process. The three most common mistakes you should avoid making at all costs include the following:
- Wrong Location – By choosing the wrong location for your pool, not only could you make it harder for you and your guests to move around, but it could affect the lifespan of the pool. It could also mean that you have no room to entertain your guests or that the area is too shaded.
- Skimping on the Pavement – Even though it’s one of the most common mistakes made, it can also be the most harmful. Skimping on the deck or paved areas surrounding the pool to save money means making the relaxation area for guests bad. People spend most of their time relaxing by the pool rather than in it; therefore, it’s important the area is comfortable.
- Buying Cheap – Buying a swimming pool based on its price alone is one of the biggest mistakes made. There’s no room for cutting corners when purchasing a pool.
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Investing in a swimming pool is a big decision, one that will finally get you the relaxing retreat you so desperately need and want. And with a prefab metal carport from American Metal Buildings, you can even have the perfect shaded area nearby for cookouts, lounging, and a hideaway from harsh weather. We want you to enjoy your free time, even if it means staying at home and enjoying a day with the family. If you’d like to know more about how you can utilize a steel carport beside your new pool, give us a call today at +1 (877) 277-3060 to speak with one of our professional building specialists.