Why choose fiberglass over a concrete or liner pool? What are the benefits?
Fiberglass is 17-times stronger than concrete pools and is a natural insulator. This means that your fiberglass pool will retain heat while a concrete pool will allow the heat to escape through its walls. With fiberglass, there is no need to repaint or resurface the finish. Fiberglass is nonporous so algae can’t stick to it, unlike liners and concrete; that’s certainly an advantage. With a liner pool you’ll always run the risk of puncture- the family dog, falling tree branches, even the sharp edge of a toy- these things can all result in a costly liner replacement. Fiberglass pools are perfect for bulk heads and high water table areas.
Can fiberglass shells have decorative or colorful walls and floors like vinyl pools?
Yes! Fiberglass pools come with crystite finishes and there are many colors to choose from. There is typically a lifetime structural warranty on the shell and a lifetime warranty on the finish against blistering.
What is the installation process?
Here’s how a typical install goes:
Excavation begins and then the hole is dug and base gravel is in place.
The pool is delivered and positioned in the hole and partially backfilled. Water truck arrives to fill pool. All connections are made to equipment.
Any further electrical hook ups can be completed and the mason can come the following week to install the pool deck.
What are the minimum and maximum depths for a fiberglass pool shell?
Shallow ends are usually 3’ to 4’ and the deep ends range from 5’ to 8’. The longest pool is 44’ and the widest is 16’ (any wider and they won’t fit down the street!).
All photos courtesy of Viking Pools
