Fibre Glass Inground Swimming Pools
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Fibre glass inground pools are prefabricated and then installed as a whole unit. They have several advantages over the more traditional construction methods.
- Fibreglass pool instalations are normally a little cheaper
- Fibreglass pools are installed very quickly, typically 3 days from start to finish
- They are easier to clean than concrete tiled pools
- Fibre glass inground pools maintain heat better than concrete
- Some are guaranteed for up to 25 years
- Fibre glass pools are fabricated off site, which means that in some territories, such as Spain, it is possible to install one with a reformation license, rather than having to appy for planning permission.
- There smooth nature means that less chemicals and maintenance are needed.
- More interesting designs and colours available.
It used to be thought that fibre glass inground pools looked cheap, and were a poor cousin to the traditional pool. This attitude appears to be changing and the manufacturers are responding by bringing out better and more interesting finishes, rather than the traditional plain blue.
Fibreglass inground pools have been critised for their durablity, often the colour fades on plain blue pools, leaving them almost white. This is easily rectified, but needs the skill of a fibre glass specialist. Other finishes are not as easily effected by this.
Never ever paint a fibre glass pool. The paint will not stick.