How to Turn Your Outdated Swimming Pool into a Luxury Spot
A pool is a feature of a home that is associated with luxury. A backyard pool as a permanent feature of your home will add value, provide somewhere fun to hang out in the summer, and is also ideal for those who want exercise but don’t want to go to the gym.
However, if your swimming pool has started to look like a 1970s throwback, then it’s time to update it. As much value as a pool will add to your home, if it is dirty and has cracked tiles, then it’s not much of an asset.
How do you update it and turn it into a spot your neighbors will envy?
Fencing
With pools, safety is key. This doesn’t mean that you have to choose bulky, ugly fencing to go around it. You can mix the modern with security and choose a glass pool fence installation. This is the ideal solution for the modern home, as it doesn’t provide any blackout spots for any outdoor cameras you may have, and it adds a touch of chic to your exterior space.
Just remember that having a safe glass pool fence installed should not be a DIY job. Be sure to hire professionals to get it fitted and up to safety standards before you use it, especially if you have kids or pets.
Heating
Going back to the idea of using a swimming pool to keep yourself in shape, you will probably want to use it in the winter and fall months, too. For this, you will need to get some underwater heating installed. Depending on your pool size, there are options that range from solar heaters to gas heaters and even geothermal heaters, which you can set to a temperature you are happy with. Again, make sure this is installed by professionals, or you may find a short circuit will leave your pool very cold.
Lighting
What is a pool without lighting? Depending on your preference, you can get your hands on lighting that shines onto your pool, or you can get lighting that is placed into the pool. Both are usually controlled by an external switch, which is wired to your home’s electrical system.
By this stage, you get the idea. If you are aiming to have underwater lighting for your home pool, always hire a professional who is familiar with the wiring and safety mechanisms needed.
Decking
Having wooden decking around your pool will add to the luxury vibe and will create a focal point in your yard.
Usually made from wood, this will also offer you and your family a lounging space, to place a hammock, a sun chair, or even a table and chairs, where you can eat food. Luckily, this can be a DIY job, but as there will be water, be sure to protect the decking with varnish to prevent rot.
Plants
Last but not least, placing some plants around your pool will add a Hollywood vibe while also adding shade. For this, you will want to avoid plants that shed or drop leaves, as this can clog the pool’s filter and lead to more cleaning. Try to plant daylilies, ornamental grasses, boxwood, and Russian sage. All of these are contemporary and will add class to your poolside.
As you can see, none of these upgrades is overtly expensive, and by implementing a cleaning rota, you can keep your pool spick and span for decades to come.
