Swimming Pool Heating
There are essentially two different types pool heating systems, primary and secondary. A primary system is a system where the home owner sets thermostatic controls at their desired temperature (typically between 22°C and 30°C), and the heating system will, as long as it was correctly sized, specified and installed, operate up to and until the […]
Pool Hall Construction Considerations
If a swimming pool is to be used throughout the year the structure placed over a it must conform to Building Regulations Part L (Conservation of Fuel & Power, Approved Document L1B). If the structure does not conform, then heating systems will not be permitted to heat that structure. Heating the water will be permitted. […]
Indoor Pool Design Considerations
Pool tied to building. Often architects specifying indoor pools will place the pool hard up against one wall with the wall of the building running into the pool. While aesthetically pleasing this opens up a can of worms with regards to the integrity of the pool structure. Settling of the foundations or movement in the […]
Outdoor Pool Design Considerations
Any of the pool construction methods described in the previous article can be utilised to build an outdoor pool. Outdoor pools do have their own particular design considerations which you need to be aware of, including but not limited to… Proximity to the house. How close is the pool to be to the house for […]
Ground Conditions & Ground Water Handling
One common factor in relation to the proper installation of all pool shells is dealing with groundwater. If the groundwater pressure builds up the shell of the pool will be at risk unless the pressure is relieved. Battleships were made of steel, weighed thousands of tons and floated. If the pressure is greater than the […]
Pool Construction Types
Pool Shell Construction Methods – Differences, Advantages & Drawbacks There are essentially five types of pool shell; those erected above ground; the concrete, the liner, the ceramic modular, and the stainless steel. Most domestic pools are of the ‘freeboard’ design. That is to say that the water level is approximately 150mm below the level of […]
Preliminary Questions to Ask in a Pool Build.
Before the designer can start work on a pool design, there is some information which is essential and, generally, can only come from the end user. What is the pool to be used for? Swimming up and down for exercise? Kids Play? Aerobics? Wallowing? Recreation? All these will have an impact on the shape and […]