The Benefits of an Insulated Concrete Form Pool & Why Choose It
Swimming pools are one of the most fun summer activities for families and friends to enjoy. In the past few years, they have become quite popular and in demand for homes around the GTA. Today, many customizable pool designs are available, which can ensure you get all the various features and characteristics you are looking for in your backyard.
Many homeowners look at vinyl, fibreglass or gunite pools as the only options available for constructing a pool, but there is a new option on the market. It has been used recently in construction and is an excellent option for building swimming pools. It uses Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF). This type of pool combines the structure of solid ICF walls with a durable concrete slab floor. It's designed to withstand water temperatures up to 100 degrees Fahrenheit and can last for 20 years. With these advantages, it's time to build an insulated concrete form swimming pool and escape to your own backyard.
What is an insulated concrete form pool?
An insulated concrete form pool is an in-ground swimming pool that combines the insulated forms used in construction with a durable concrete slab floor, customizable with ecoFINISH. These pools are designed with efficient insulation and strength, decreasing your energy costs with a pool that can last many years. ICF forms offer the homeowner a superior option to custom their pool design, with efficient energy options.
The benefits of an insulated concrete form swimming pool
Owning an insulated concrete form swimming pool gives you a lot of benefits, like the ability to enjoy your pool a few months longer than traditional pools, even in a Canadian summer. This design is an excellent option for people with limited space who need to customize their pool to a small backyard.
Another benefit is the energy savings available with an ICF pool as costs increase to heat pools in Canada. It has been confirmed that pools lose most of their heat through the sides and bottom, but with an ICF pool, the insulated forms keep the heat in while the ground conducts heat more efficiently than the air can.
Finally, this design won't rust or corrode from salt or chemicals, meaning less maintenance for you! This is especially true with pools with ecoFINISH on their walls, with its superior coating.
How to choose the right size for your pool
When it comes to choosing the right size of pool, homeowners should consider how they will use the pool. Most pools had a shallow end and a deep end in the past. However, many pools are only shallow in-depth, but six feet meets most needs.
A family of six to eight people: As long as the backyard can accommodate it, 18 foot by 36-foot pool with work for a large family.
A family of fewer than six people: An average size pool is an excellent option for an average-sized family. These families are looking at a 16 foot by 32-foot pool, perfect for a backyard in suburban Canada, giving everyone the chance to swim and play some water games.
Small backyards: Consider a pool under 14 feet by 25-foot size, working with a smaller space and meeting the family's needs in the summer months.
How long will my pool last?
An insulated concrete form swimming pool can last up to 20 years, so you'll be able to enjoy that cool water for a long time. That is a lot of great memories!
There are many benefits of having a pool that lasts for a long time, and ICF pools have several advantages that make them long-lasting.
ICF pools are mould-resistant
ICF pools have lower maintenance needed than other types of pools
ICF pools are more robust and more durable than traditional pool construction methods
Overall, ICF pools are robust, durable and limitless when designing options. These pools will be the focal point of your backyard and a place to enjoy for many years to come.