The cold winds are gone and summer is rushing in. This transitional time is perfect to get the pool maintained and working again.
A swimming pool is a great addition for houses that suffer from the hot climate. It is a place to cool down and can double up as a relaxation spot. Some homeowners tend to upgrade the pool or some of its features. Here are some of the pool upgrades that are loved by many and you should know about.
Stone
The surrounding area and materials used for it are almost as important as the pool itself. The majority of contractors use stone for this purpose.
These are strong and complement the pool area. If your client asks for stone additions, measure the area around the pool they want to upgrade. You can get long slabs or pre-cut stones according to your client’s preference. An added benefit is that stone has a very low maintenance cost.
Outdoor Shower
Talking about additions that complement a pool, an outdoor shower does the job.
It improves the look by adding another region for cooling off. It can be also used to have a quick rinse to get the chlorine-water off the body before stepping back into the house. If an outdoor shower is what your client asks, here are some tips to deliver that perfectly.
New Shapes
Long gone are the days when swimming pools meant the same rectangular designs.
There are various new shapes to play around with. A circular or an oval pool are considered good substitutes. You can suggest something bold with bean-shaped pools. Freeform pools don’t have a particular shape. These are appreciated by owners who stay away from the traditional styles. If they wish to have a space for the kids, a figure 8 pool has shallow and deep ends integrated into its structure.
Tiles
Tiles can be used both in and near the pool area. Besides stone, tiles can also result in a stylish finished product.
Apart from that, the walls and the floor of the pool can be covered with tiles. The color of the tiles will have a big impact on how the pool looks. White tiles go well with a minimalistic design whereas blue ones can give it a traditional look. Mosaic offers a unique and fresh look if the owner desires that.
Outdoor Additions
As discussed earlier, pools can also become a place for the family to gather and relax. It can be used for small gatherings of family or friends.
An outdoor seating area gives a place to sit down to those who are not looking to go in the pool. You can suggest pairing that up with an outdoor kitchen. These go well together, especially if the owners are planning the space to host parties. Make sure that the kitchen area is a few feet away from the pool when you plan the layout.
These upgrades can potentially shoot up the value of the house. Working on a pool can create a mess. You could benefit from a few tips to deal with the deadly clean-up.
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