3 of the Most Practical Types of Pools for Small Spaces
Most people who live in hot climates, such as South Africa, crave the luxury of having a swimming pool, but if space in the garden is limited, some seriously creative thinking is needed to make it work. A lot of people opt for rock pools or Jacuzzi’s instead, but there are some types of pools for small spaces that can completely change the space. They do not only provide the luxury of owning a pool, but also the enjoyment of taking a refreshing dip, or the joy of watching your children and family having fun in the water during the warm summer months.
Pools for small spaces also have the benefits of needing less water and being easier to maintain. Getting one is highly recommended by many families all over the country. With a little out-of-the-box thinking and the addition of cash, getting the perfect pool for small spaces can be a huge benefit. They can be as functional and as fun as their much larger, built-in counterparts.
- Rock Pools: These are dug-in swimming pools that are large enough to take a refreshing dip in, and are specifically designed to fit into the particular design of the garden. Many of them have natural features, such as waterfalls or fountains that help to make them look more natural in the environment. It can be very challenging to get this completely right, and a creative and talented pool designer is needed to ensure that it fits well.
Secondly, the right shell has to be cast, and there has to be enough space for for the necessary machinery to be able to access where you want the pool to be without ruining the surroundings. Often, synthetic rock formations are built around the pool to make it appear like a natural resource that can be found in nature, and depending on the quality of the synthetic rocks, it can either look really good, or really bad and artificial.
Rock pools are generally not designed to swim in because they are too small. They are generally used for a refreshing splash or dip instead. They are, however, great for children, because pools for small spaces tend to be safer for children to splash around in.
- The “Spool”: This is something relatively new on the market. Basically, it is a spa bath that is larger than usual, meaning that it could function both as a pool and a spa. These tend to come with jets and pumps, and can be dug-in or set above ground.
They are highly functional, as they can be used for both purposes, but they can be expensive to run on the spa function, because it contains so much water. The “Spool” tends to have built-in seating where people can sit and relax with a refreshing drink. Most of them contain water heaters that can be turned up during winter, which makes them perfect to use throughout the entire year.
- Above-ground Pool: One of the most ideal pools for small spaces, is the above-ground swimming pool. These can be purchased in a wide variety of shapes and sizes, and you have to ensure that you measure the area available for the swimming pool very carefully to ensure that it will fit properly.
They are easy to install, do not cost nearly as much as a sunk-in swimming pool or rock pool, and they can be dismantled whenever you need to do so. They are also very easy to maintain and are also cost-effective. Because they tend to be used in smaller spaces, they contain less water, which means that the pumps and filters needed are not as expensive as the bigger ones. In addition, if you choose to move, you can simply drain and dismantle the above-ground swimming pool and take it with you!
If you have a small garden, and would like some informed advice on the types of pools available for small spaces, speak to our team at GEZA. We have a variety of models of above-ground swimming pools that will be perfect for any size garden. Give us a call today to find out more!
