Wideman
Pools
2565 US
Hwy 67 South
Festus,
MO 63628
636-931-7665
Fiberglass Swimming Pool - Better
Quality Than You Think
There are many different types of swimming pools that
one can choose from, and one of those is to go with the fiberglass swimming
pool. Fiberglass pools are manufactured (and installed) as large molded
structures that are then placed in the ground. The large "bucket" is
then surrounded by a strong reinforcement, like the more conventional concrete,
which will then help it keep its place.
Fiberglass swimming pools don't have a liner because
the shell is sprayed with a specially designed coating. A wide range of models
with different sizes, colors and shapes are available in pools made out of
fiberglass, and allow the type of variety that many consumers love. One of the
great benefits that is credited to fiberglass pools is that that are very easy
and quick to install, even with the need for heavy equipment. Maintenance is
also a relatively simple process, since there will never be a liner
replacement, and in general, fiberglass swimming pools will need fewer
chemicals to keep clean than other models.
While fiberglass swimming pools require less
maintenance, they do require certain maintenance to ensure that they are not
damaged or in need of greater repairs and upkeep down the line. Unlike other
swimming pools, fiberglass swimming pools MUST be filled with water at all
times to avoid causing structural damage through cracking or buckling. This is
due to ground pressure that occurs because of improper drainage. If for some
reason the pool absolutely needs to be drained, do not do it on your own! Make
absolutely sure to contact the pool manufacturer and qualified professionals.
You don't want to damage such a large investment!
Other factors to keep in mind is to avoid the
"bathtub ring" effect of grime. Not only does this look bad, but this
could damage the coatings. Most pool supply stores should sell pool tile
cleaner that can take care of that in a jiffy. As an important side note, never
use abrasive cleaners or harsh tools like steel wool or metal scrapers to clean
fiberglass. This type of treatment will permanently damage the gel coating in
the pool.
While the fiberglass pool may seem to develop hairline
cracks over time, this is not a major concern since this is only indicative of
the surface gel, and not actual structural damage. Dirt is always a concern,
and should be brushed towards the main drain and the vacuumed out with the
appropriate tool.
The fiberglass swimming pool has its advantages and
disadvantages like many other swimming pools. For some this may not be a good
choice, while for others the fiberglass swimming pool may be exactly what they
have been looking for.
For more swimming pool information please visit http://www.swimmingpoolbasics.com
- a popular pool website for tips, advice and swimming pool resources. Don't
forget to check out our page on fiberglass swimming pools.
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Wideman
Pools
2565 US
Hwy 67 South
Festus,
MO 63628
636-931-7665
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