The Perfect Inground Fiberglass Pool

So, you decided you want to install an inground fiberglass pool. Everyone had an opinion about what pool option was best, vinyl lining, concrete or fiberglass, above ground or inground. There were really two reasons you made the choice of fiberglass.

The first advantage of an inground fiberglass pool is that its gel coating is non-porous. This is a considerable benefit as it prevents to growth and formation of algae. Concrete, for example, is a porous material, and algae thrive in a porous environment where they can live, breed, embed into the surface. The effort and upkeep to keep the algae growth at bay require thorough sweeping and vacuuming of the entire pool weekly. Also, draining all the water out of the pool and acid washing the surface to help prevent and kill algae is a must! Once scrubbed and cleaned, the number of chemicals that are needed for upkeep are utilized far more frequently and end up costing you more than with fiberglass. Non-porous surface will save you time and money in the long run.

Another benefit of your fiberglass choice was all about a chemical reaction! Fiberglass pools exist entirely separate from the water it holds. Concrete, on the other hand, reacts with the water. Concrete is very alkaline, it increases the PH in the pool, and you'll find yourself trying to balance the water because keeping it balance not only benefits your swimmers but the pool equipment too.

An inground fiberglass pool is a time saver. Its low maintenance, non-porous surface cuts down the upkeep time and returns it back to you so you can enjoy all the rewards of your newest pleasure!