A fibreglass pool is quick to build and affordable. They’re easy to maintain and offer a smooth non-abrasive finish that doesn’t react with pool chemicals. The high tensile strength offers a lifetime structural warranty. It’s also able to flex without cracking to accommodate any local movement in soil.

Fibreglass pools used to be the new kid on the block, but have firmly established themselves as a major player in the industry. It is not hard to see why, given that the material allows for a fast manufacturing and installation cycle. To learn more hipages caught up with Therese van Bruchem from Leisure Pools, a national manufacturer and installer of fibreglass swimming pools, plunge pools, lap pools and water features.

How is a fibreglass pool actually made?

“A fibreglass pool is made on a mould with six successive structural layers of hand laid fibreglass with epoxy vinyl resin making it impervious to water.

What are the benefits of fibreglass as a material?

“The most obvious benefits are a speedy build time and affordability. After manufacture a fibreglass pool is ready to be installed and you could be taking a dip in as little as four days once council approval has been granted. Other advantages include easy maintenance and a smooth non-abrasive finish that does not react with pool chemicals.”

What saving is there when compared to a concrete pool?

“A quality concrete pool should cost around 40 per cent more than a similar fibreglass product.”

What is the timeframe for installation of a fibreglass pool?

“It is really down to your local council or shire in terms of the time it takes to approve your application. From there it could be in the ground in as little as a few weeks.”

Is fibreglass strong enough to hold that body of water?

“The high tensile strength of fibreglass is its great asset and allows us to offer a lifetime structural warranty on our fibreglass pool shells. Fibreglass is also able to flex without cracking to accommodate any local movement in soil.”

Talk us through the installation process.

“Once council approval is given the hole is excavated and the pool is craned into position. Soil is then backfilled into the cavity to provide support for the structure before paving finishes off the surrounds.”

How extensive are the design and shape options with a fibreglass pool?

“There are a range of designs and shapes to suit the style of your home whether this is contemporary or traditional.”

How about finish and colour options?

“We offer a range of colour options from neutrals through blues, greens and even a very striking sparkle and shimmer finish.”

What is so good about having a pool on your property?

“Besides the obvious benefits of exercise and relaxation; a pool is a gathering point for kids, friends and family.”

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