Fibreglass Pools Vs Concrete Pools

Let’s take a look at the benefits of a fibreglass pool…

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.

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

What are the downfalls of a concrete pool?

The choice is yours - which way will you go?

When you sit back and look at the pros and cons you can see that there are plenty of benefits with a fibreglass pool. They are strong and durable, they look great and are much easier and cheaper to care for than a concrete pool. Concrete pools however are more adaptable in terms of size and shape.

Are all fibreglass pools created equal?

In short, no. The majority of manufacturers produce reliable and robust products, but there a few that stand out from the crowd.  One distinct difference is the use of Ceramic Composite Technology (CCT). Compass Pools developed and patented CCT in the mid 90’s, it is now used throughout all dealers of Compass Pools in Australia and New Zealand. Similar technology is also being used by Aqua Technics (in Western Australia and NZ) and Viking Pools (in the Northern Territory of Australia) and other major manufacturers in the United States.

The reason Ceramic Composite Technology sets a Compass Pool apart from any other fibreglass pool is it creates a super strong core in the pool’s shell. This gives the pool structure superior durability which means it can cope better with ground movement, changes in soil conditions and groundwater pressure (caused by severe weather).