Custom pools are more popular than ever. They speak to a respect for nature and an appreciation for comfort and luxury. Pool covers, waterfalls, and other custom touches add a personal touch that is truly special. Why not start designing your dream pool today? The following custom pool equipment will help you create the dream design you are looking for:
Custom Covers
Having a cover on your swimming pool is important for keeping it clean and maintaining the proper chemical balance. While many standard covers can be used for this purpose, there are different styles that you can buy for covering your swimming pool in the winter months and during times when you're not using it. You can purchase motorized covers that roll up and down over your swimming pool with the push of a button, or you can choose a solar cover that acts as an insulator while allowing heat from the sun to penetrate the water. Selecting a custom cover gives you more options than what is available with standard covers.
Custom Lighting
Custom lighting is another popular way to give a pool a touch of personality. Custom lights can add visual interest, create a mood and highlight unique features. Most off-the-shelf lighting is simply functional, not decorative.
Lighting options include basic underwater lights that illuminate an area of the pool and spa, fiber optic lighting that can be installed in any pattern imaginable, and even computerized systems that 'dance' to music. Many also have built-in timers, so they turn on automatically at night.
Spas and Hot Tubs
Another option for customizing a residential swimming pool is adding a spa or hot tub. A spa or hot tub can be used for relaxation or exercise, but primarily for relaxation purposes. Spas are typically smaller than hot tubs, but both are large enough to fit two people comfortably. Spas and hot tubs can be incorporated into any swimming pool design or installed separately as a stand-alone unit next to your custom pool design.
Water Features
Water features, such as waterfalls, can be added to a swimming pool's design to create noise and movement. They also provide a focal point for the pool space. Many homeowners choose water features that complement their gardens or landscape designs.
If you choose a fountain or waterfall, you'll need an electrical pump to move the water up and out of the fountain and back into the pool again. The more elaborate the water feature is, the more expensive it will be to install and maintain. In addition, you may need to install new plumbing if your existing pipes aren't large enough for the pump's needs.
You'll also need to change the pool's filter system if it isn't designed for this kind of use. If you choose a simple fountain that sits on top of the water, there will be less wear-and-tear on your filter system than if you have a waterfall that sends water crashing down into the pool.
When designing a swimming pool, it's easy to find the right custom pool equipment that fits your needs. Contact a swimming pool equipment service to start planning features like a custom cover for your pool.
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