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Decisions to be made in the construction of work pools

Swimming pool construction: recommendations and advice for a good construction together with additional minor works for a better performance of the pool. Make sure you do not have pool problems from the beginning.

Swimming pools construction

En Ok Pool Reform within Pool Designs We want to give you some advice about: Recommendations for pool construction, which if you follow them from the beginning they will avoid many problems.

How to build construction pools

swimming pool construction

Pool construction step by step

1 Point for Construction of concrete pools: How do we want the pool we are going to build to be?

construction pools
  • Firstly, reflect very well on how it will be the construction of swimming pools and highlighting even more, who is going to be the pool builder.
    • Trust and guarantee is much better than a good price.
    • Get detailed information before making a decision.

2 – Pool construction: Pool license management

license to build a swimming pool
  • Then Manage the necessary licenses and permits according to the city council.  
    • Likewise, you must also know the regulations in force in the town where the pool is to be built (for example: whether a pool can be built on the land in question, separation from the neighbor, etc.).

3 – Construction of concrete pools: Pool location

pool construction location
  • Location  
    • Locate the pool where there is maximum sun exposure throughout the day, unless it is an area where temperatures are higher than 35ºC (in this case manage shaded spaces).
    • If possible, locate the pool facing south.
    • Do not place it too close to the home (noise, smells...).
    • Avoid placing it in places close to trees and vegetation.
    • Avoid windy areas.

4- Study of the land where we want to locate the pool

  • On the other hand, study the land where to build the pool  
    • Avoid wet terrain.
    • If possible, it is better not to have rocky terrain.
    • Avoid sloping terrain.
    • Avoid building on land that is not compact.
    • Look for smooth, flat floors.

5- Type of pool construction materials

pool built with blocks
pool built with blocks

Depending on the location and functionality that we want to give it, we must choose the most appropriate construction technique.

Most common types of construction techniques for construction piscians

Depending on the type, we can distinguish the pools:

  • In first position, we find the most chosen choice: building the pool with reinforced concrete.
  • Next, we have the construction of pools with blocks.
  • We also have the option of building a pool with gunite,
  • And, finally, we have the alternative of building a pool with formwork walls in expanded polystyrene.

6- Build a pool: Measurements and pool shape

free pool construction
  • Pool size, shape and depth
    • The pool must have a size proportional to the garden space.
    • The ideal pool shape is rectangular, in order to make better use of all the spaces.
    • You should always think about who is going to use the pool, the number of bathers, what its main purpose will be, etc. to adapt the shape, size and depth of the pool to these factors.
    • Likewise, the recommended depth in a pool for private use is 1,20 to 1,60, this way you can stand up and take advantage of its performance. For this reason, it is advisable that the shallowest area be the one most oriented towards the sun.

7- Pool depth  

pool depth
Pool depth

Pool goal: cool off

La pool depth It is one of the most important concepts to consider.

In ancient times, very deep pools were made.

Nowadays, however, the concept is increasingly changing. All this is because it is evident that private pools are not designed for diving in headfirst and ultimately it is a disadvantage.

The main objective of a private pool is: cool off and be able to do some fathoms, because for recreational swimming depth is not important.

Consequently, the Recommended pool depth for a private pool is: 1,20 (and if you want with a ramp up to 1,50m).

Benefits of pool construction with “foot” depth

Among the multiple effects of notable benefits of having a depth to “stand" is it so:

  • Being able to take more advantage of the family and recreational factor of the pool, to play games or simply soak quietly with the whole family. Except for the smallest children, everyone will be able to touch the bottom of the pool and stand up.
  • You will be able to take better advantage of all the pool spaces without crowding in the same area.
  • In addition, By having less water we will enhance the savings of:
  • Water saving factor.
  • Savings factor in chemical products.
  • Fewer hours of water filtration and recirculation will be necessary.

8- Concrete pool: Pool access

Which pool accesses are best  

  • At the level of pool safety and operability, it is essential to implement a ladder for good access to and exit from the pool.
  • The best option is a built-in staircase integrated into the interior of the pool with a small platform to enjoy games, sunbathe...

Construction pool stairs

construction pool stairs
construction pool stairs

Apart from the stairs for construction pools, benches or beaches inside the pool are also recommended.

Pool stairs are a fundamental element as a safety measure in swimming pools.

Well, they are one of the most important ingredients to study carefully, since they will help avoid accidents and contribute to the safety of bathers.

The pool stairs facilitate both entry and exit access.

Furthermore, unlike stainless steel ladders, they are much more reliable as they are a fixed element, so you will invest in your safety and comfort by not exerting so much effort in the accessibility of the pool.

On the other hand, if there are children or elderly people at home it becomes even more important, making the study of a construction staircase essential.

The ladder will help give a distinctive touch to your pool, modernizing it and making it unique and more aesthetic.


Likewise, the pool ladder is a component that adds a lot of life.

When you have a construction ladder in the pool it will become the most used place. So you are going to exploit the possibilities of use, whether for: playing, sunbathing, having a drink inside the pool, reading, etc.

There are all kinds of possible shapes, it is a project of stairs, bench or beach to measure: square, rectangular, corner, Roman....

Stainless steel pool ladder

pool construction access

9- Construction pools: What is the best coating for swimming pools?

  • Pool material  
    • It is suggested, whenever possible, that the glass be made of concrete for its greater resistance and conservation.
    • Coat the pool with Elbe Blue Line reinforced liner, which is the option that guarantees the best peace of mind regarding tightness.

10- Pool aesthetics: coating color

pool and garden design

11- Construction of concrete pools: Pool spaces

  • Moreover, consider pool spaces  
    • The ideal design for pool spaces is to make a simple and simple decoration, without overloading, to provide functionality and balance.

12 Build a swimming pool- Pool filtration

  • Similarly, It must be analyzed that the technical elements are appropriate for the pool to be built.
  •   Likewise, click and learn about the elements to filter and discover how they work.
  • Knowing how the pool's filtration system works is vital so that the pool water does not stagnate, and therefore is continually renewed and treated.
  • Some of the elements of the pool filtration system are:

13 – Choose Pool lighting

lighting when building a pool
  • Pool lighting (pool spotlight) 
    • In addition, it optimizes bathing hours and provides aesthetics.
    • Also, we recommend that they be colored LED bulbs.

14- Concrete swimming pools: Floors for swimming pools

soil for pool construction
  • Floors for swimming pools, crownings and pool terraces  
    • To finish, it is very important to consider that the surroundings of the pool have been treated against RUV rays (so that they do not burn).
    • Pool floors must be grade 3 non-slip.
    • The edges of the pool crown must be rounded.

15- Build a construction pool: Pool equipment

concrete pool equipment

How to build an inground pool 

How to build an inground pool step by step

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How to build an inground pool step by step

Build a pool price

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Pool construction

Price to build a pool

Contact us and we will give you a visit and a free estimate without any commitment to build your pool.

How long does it take to build a swimming pool?

Approximately, the pool construction range moves between: 4-8 weeks depending on the size and complexity of the structure.


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