Concrete vs Fibreglass Pools

Are there any downfalls of a fibreglass pool?

There are limited shape and size options: Fibreglass pools are made in the factory before they get to your house, so there are a set range of shapes to choose from. These shapes are also limited by size (the width in particular) as they need to be able to be transported on the road, for example, the widest Compass Pool is 4.2m wide. However in saying that, you’ll find that most manufacturers have a fairly wide selection of shapes and sizes available and you

should easily find a pool that suits your needs. Ask your Compass Pools dealer about our unique customisation service where you can build beach entries, swim-outs and lounge areas into your pool design.

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Now let’s look at the benefits of a concrete pool…

You can choose any shape or design: The main benefit of a concrete pool is being able to have any shape or design your heart desires. Your pool builder can tailor your design dreams to suit your space, as it’s all built on-site.

They look great: A new concrete pool looks very attractive, plus depending on your budget and tastes you can choose the finished surface, and there are a range of options from pebble to tile.

Concrete pools are strong: There’s no doubting that concrete pools are structurally strong, people have been building them for years and they last through generations.

What are the downfalls of a concrete pool?

• A concrete pool takes much longer to build: A concrete pool is constructed on-site from start to finish, and this can take a number of months, whereas other types of pools can be completed in just a few weeks.
• They can cost a lot more to build: The cost of your pool starts to increase as the design becomes more complex, with endless options to customise your design that can happen quite quickly.
• A lot of the popular surfaces are rough on your skin: A common grumble with concrete pools is the rough finish of the surface and how hard it can be on bare skin – kids are more active and boisterous in the pool so can often end up with grazes and scrapes.
• Daily running costs are higher: Because concrete surfaces are more porous, algae and bacteria grow and breed much easier. This means more of your money and time is required to keep your pool clean and healthy to swim in.
• Concrete pools are prone to black algae: Once black algae gets into the pores of your pool surface it is almost impossible to get rid of completely.

The ongoing care and up-keep is expensive: There is a certain amount of ongoing maintenance required with a concrete pool. Quite a costly aspect of that maintenance is repainting or resurfacing your pool – which you need to do every ten to fifteen years.

The choice is yours – which way will you go?

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