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Swimming Pool Enclosures: A Guide
Over the recent years, swimming pool enclosures have skyrocketed in popularity thanks to their huge range of benefits!
Swimming pool enclosures are a great way to refine your outdoor swimming experience. Not only will they extend your swimming season, but they can also lower your pool's running costs, including swimming pool chemicals and heating costs.
In this article, we'll be exploring what a swimming pool enclosure is and how it can benefit you, your pool and your wallet.
A pool enclosure is a structure that surrounds an outdoor pool; they are available in low, mid and high heights, each offering a variety of benefits. Pool enclosures are usually made out of either glass or synthetic materials, such as fibreglass.
Pool enclosures are an excellent alternative to fencing. They will prevent children and animals from accessing the pool and act as a pool cover, reducing heat and water loss.
Low enclosures are designed so that you can still enjoy your swimming pool but with the added benefit of protecting you and your pool from the elements. They're also great for retaining the pool's temperature and water, preventing loss through evaporation.
Reaching only 1-3 feet above the swimming pool, you can still swim under your enclosure. A low enclosure is also a great alternative for those looking to preserve the view of their garden.
Mid enclosures are a comfortable middle ground between low and high enclosures. Mid-heights have a low impact in terms of obstructing the garden view while still protecting your pool and retaining the temperature of the water.
Mid-height enclosures will often range from around 8-12 ft, allowing you just enough space to relax inside the enclosure.
High enclosures are similar to mid enclosures; they offer all the benefits of an enclosure, but with the added luxury of enough space to walk through. They often measure to 12 ft and above and can also have room to add a hot tub or spa.
As mentioned above, pool enclosures are an excellent alternative to a pool fence. Although enclosures are more expensive than fencing, they not only work as a barrier, but they also act as a pool cover too.
Although a pool enclosure can substitute a pool fence, a pool fence cannot substitute a pool enclosure. Enclosures include a roof and are made of materials such as glass, which prevent heat from escaping.
Unlike a pool enclosure, a pool fence has one main objective – to prevent unauthorised access to the pool. Although pool fences are an excellent safety feature for children and pets, they offer little more than a barrier.
Although pool enclosures can be expensive, they are an investment that will pay off over time; this can be seen throughout their various benefits.
One of the major benefits of owning your own pool is the sense of privacy and security; pool enclosures help to reinforce this. Pool enclosures prevent potential trespassers from accessing your pool and offer the bathers privacy.
As mentioned above, pool fencing can offer a level of protection by preventing children, animals and others from accessing the pool. However, when closed and locked, pool enclosures provide a much higher level of security due to their design.
Pool enclosures not only allow you to enjoy your pool during the worst of the weather but some models can also reduce your exposure to harmful UV rays.
As well as keeping you tucked away from the weather, pool enclosures also prevent various visitors and objects from intruding on your experiences, such as bugs and organic debris.
Convert your outdoor swimming experience into an indoor one with ease! You can say goodbye to a short swimming season and make the most of your pool all year round by encasing it in an enclosure.
Pool enclosures allow you to enjoy your pool no matter the weather or season.
Similar to swimming pool covers, a pool enclosure will reduce the maintenance cost of your pool.
An enclosure will minimise the evaporation of the water, preventing heat and moisture from escaping; over time; this will reduce the pool’s heating costs. The enclosure will also aid in trapping heat from the sun, which will transfer to the water.
Here at 1st Direct Pools, we've picked out some of our highly recommended pool enclosures, ranging from affordable designs to more luxurious models.
This timeless design is a classic; not only will it improve your poolside experience, but it will also dramatically reduce your pool’s running costs. Save yourself the hassle when it comes to cleaning, heating and over-purchasing chemicals so you can get the most out of your pool.
The Klasik is available in Silver Elox and Metallic Grey. Here at 1st Direct Pools, you can find the Klasik in three sizes, ranging from 3-5 ft high.
If you're in the market for a low enclosure that offers a seamless design and ultimate convenience, then you're most likely looking for the Casablanca Infinity Evo. This ultra-low enclosure will reduce your running costs and extend your swimming season.
The Casablanca Infinity Evo is available in carbon and heights ranging from 40-49 cm.
If you're looking for the ultimate indoor swimming experience for your outdoor pool, the Casablanca enclosure will tick all your boxes. The full height walkthrough enclosure creates a spacious area for you to enjoy your pool, no matter the weather or season.
Heights range from 8.6-9.6 feet, and the design is available in an assortment of colours, including:
For more information and advice about swimming pool equipment, please browse through our blog or contact a member of our team!
