SWIMMING POOL OPTIONS & FEATURES
The Pool People of Ohio
When installing a new swimming pool, you’ll have a variety of options and features to select. This is not an exhaustive list, but we’ve included some of the big decisions here for your consideration. If you haven’t already, contact us to schedule an appointment with our pool installation experts and we can talk through the pros and cons of these options with you.
SWIMMING POOL DEPTH
Deciding the water depth of a pool is one of the hardest decisions for a potential buyer. Check out this video to help determine which pool depth makes the most sense for your home.
SEE POOL DEPTH OPTIONS
SHAPE & STYLE
The desired depth of your pool will impact the shape and style available. From classic, straight-line pools to whimsical, curvy pools – and styles that incorporate elements of both, there is a design that will bring your vision to life!
SEE POOL SHAPES & STYLES
POOL COLOR
From deep blue tones to teal hues of the ocean, your pool color sets the mood of your entire pool. A variety of colors are available across all pool and spa styles.
SEE POOL COLOR OPTIONSSPECIAL FEATURES
When building your pool design, you can select special features such as a beach entry, tanning ledge, spa spillover, wet deck, water cascades and other unique features that bring a true resort-like ambience to your pool.
SEE SPECIAL FEATURESSALT CHLORINATOR SYSTEM
Saltwater pools use a regenerative process to create chlorine from a saltwater generator, preventing pool owners from having to manually add chlorine products. The result is safe, sparkling water – just like that in a traditional chlorine pool.
ABOUT SALTWATER POOLS
POOL COVER
Several pool cover options are available for pool owners. Auto covers protect your pool – and loved ones – year-round, while winter safety covers provide protection in colder months.
ABOUT POOL COVERSHIGH-EFFICIENCY VARIABLE-SPEED POOL PUMP
You can upgrade to a high-efficiency variable-speed pool pump. This state-of-the-art pump will decrease your utility bill and simplify pool maintenance.
ABOUT HIGH-EFFICIENCY PUMPS
POOL HEATER / HEAT PUMP
By adding a pool heater or heat pump to your installation, you can extend your swim season by months every year. Electric and gas heaters can quickly heat your pool water – up to 30 degrees – while heat pumps help keep the water at a constant temperature.

POOL SURROUND
The space around your pool can be traditional concrete, or you can upgrade to stamped, stained concrete for a more elegant look. Or, you can replace poured concrete with pavers to seamlessly blend your pool area into your patio design.

ACCESSORIES
A variety of accessories can be added to swimming pools. Diving boards, slides and basketball hoops bring fun and entertainment to your pool, while modern handrails and LED lighting can bring an elegant look to your pool.
FEATURED RESOURCES
CHOOSING THE BEST SWIMMING POOL INSTALLER
CHOOSING A POOL CONTRACTORWHAT IS THE BEST FIBERGLASS SWIMMING POOL?
HOW FIBERGLASS POOLS ARE MADEBEACH ENTRY POOL
SEE POOL SHAPESNot sure which options are right for you?
Let’s talk through the pros and cons together.
