STEPS

Basic pools usually include stainless steel ladders (one for the shallow end and one for the deep end). Step options include shallow end fiberglass recessed steps which extend beyond the perimeter of the pool, with the further option of installing Jacuzzi jets into the step walls. The other option is hand poured in-pool concrete steps.

LIGHTS

Lighting options include 500 watt halogen underwater lights, Fiber optic perimeter lighting that surrounds the pool's edge with soft light that cycles through a rainbow of colors, and fiber optic in-pool lights. Choose any or all.

DIVING BOARDS / SLIDES

There are many different sizes and styles of diving boards and slides. Diving boards for residential pools are usually 6 or 8 feet long. Keep in mind that pools with diving boards require a deeper well, and the National Spa and Pool Institute suggests a minimum length of diving well (deep end) plus transition slope to measure approximately two-thirds of the total pool length. This can severely restrict the size of the shallow end in smaller pools.

HEATERS

Heaters are designed to extend a swimming season by approximately six to eight weeks, or to help maintain comfortable temperatures in pools that receive very little sunlight. Heaters are available in natural gas or propane (which will require a separate tank). An economical passive solar heater is available if your yard or roof can accommodate the solar panels. To estimate the size of the heater required, please read our heater page located in the Products section.

LINERS

Most vinyl liner pools offer a choice of several standard liner colors and patterns. Additionally, there is a wide selection of pattern and thickness upgrades available at a surcharge.