After dreadful day, there is nothing more calming then getting home to look at that sparkling water and the calming pool. Just the sight of the pool at times reduces half the stress. Plus, there is nothing better than bonding with the family with a barbecue grill and pool. Some would say that it’s the best thing they could do during a holiday. If this has enticed you to think about pools and their design for your backyard, then it’s time you know more about the types of pool you can go for.
Vinyl Linear Pool
Vinyl pools get their name from the membrane that’s covers the pool walls. These pools are actually created with concrete and then covered with a film of vinyl. There are various advantages of getting a vinyl linear pool. You can go for any pool design that you like and won’t have to worry much about maintenance. They are here to stay!
Apart from that there are other disadvantages like:
- They are more cost effective and can be constructed in lesser time.
- Vinyl linear pools provide a better insulation.
- You can have a variety of options in color, design and patterns.
- After installation, vinyl liners are treated to prevent algae growth.
Gunite Pool
Gunite is a more expensive option. If you want a pool that is durable, then gunite is the option for you. Though there are certain disadvantages of choosing gunite, like the time taken to construct these pools and maintenance, there are benefits which make some people go only for gunite.
Reasons why you should gunite as a pool construction material:
- Gives shape to your vivid dream when it comes to pool designs. Gunite can be customized as per your requirement. Building a pool with gunite is more flexible in terms of design.
- The thing that makes gunite stand out is that you can combine it various materials to give your pool the look that makes it stand apart and appealing. You can have stones, glass and pebbles all used during construction.
- Apart from the design, you can add additional landscaping features, to make your backyard more appealing. People like to install small waterfalls, steps to provide sitting area and what not. For all such needs, gunite is the best option.
To get a better idea as to what kind of material should you go for, if you have an idea as to what your pool area should look like, then call or visit a pool construction professional and see what they say would be the best material for your pool.