The pump makes the pool and the pool creates ambience. Which pool is right for your garden: the aboveground pool purchased in a hurry or the individually self-constructed pool? Here is an overview of the advantages and disadvantages of the most common pool varieties.
Option 1
Aboveground
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Advantages
- various construction kits available
- a safe choice
- cheap to buy
- short project time, quick to assemble
Disadvantages
- no individual form
- for physical reasons only round aboveground pools are available
- steel wall constructions with pool foil are most common (not very durable)
- dominates the overall appearance of the garden
- high ladder with folding safety guard required
- high pool sides encourage birds to perch
- awkward to clean
Option 2
Partially submerged
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Advantages
- good alternative for gardens with high groundwater levels
- individual pool design or finished mould
- durable construction
- can be better integrated into the garden optically
- uncomplicated entry for young and old
- ladders or steps (even on the corner)
- greater depths available for more comfortable swimming
- plastic pools with smooth pool walls ease cleaning
- easier to cover manually
- prevents dogs from jumping in
Disadvantages
- longer project time
- pool sides are a tripping hazard and require safety lighting at night
- drainage, base plate and supporting walls are necessary
- planning permission may be required
Option 3
Built-in
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Advantages
- elegant optics are integrated in the garden
- relaxed seating by the pool and ability to hang feet in the water
- simple entry into the pool
- greater depths possible for more comfortable swimming
- accessibility for disabled people
- counter swim units can be used for rehabilitation purposes
- high water level with overflow possible
- shock-resistant pool wall
- can be individually illuminated
- easy to operate the pool robot
- easy to clean by hand
- extra stable safety covers can be used
- covered pool enclosure is possible
Disadvantages
- longer construction phase and removal of earth
- drainage, base plate and supporting walls are necessary
- foliage can blow into the pool more easily
- planning permission may be required
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