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There are inflatable, frame and stationary pools. This article will discuss the arrangement of stationary structures, such as polypropylene pools. Stationary pools are also divided into two options:
1. A polypropylene bowl pool is relatively durable and easy to install. It is only necessary to dig a pit and install a structure in it.
2. A stationary pool made of concrete is the optimal and durable option, but it requires more time and painstaking work.
In the case of choosing a pool made of a concrete bowl, there is an opportunity to design it of any size, which is a significant plus. If the choice was made on a polypropylene pool, the configuration of the pit depends on the parameters of the bowl. It is best to install the pool in a place where there is no wind. Also, if it is not planned to have artificial water heating in the pool, then it is better to install it in a bright, sunny place, where there are no trees or other structures. After the location of the pool has been determined, it is possible to start earthworks.
Preparation for earthworks
The best soil for the base of the pool is sand mixed with clay. Clay soil has good waterproofing. Such a soil is more stable and the bottom of the pool does not crack. In addition, excellent protection against groundwater is created. This waterproofing protects the concrete foundation from water damage and, accordingly, increases the service life of the pool. Before starting earthworks (excavation of the pit), it is necessary to make a drawing with the actual dimensions of the pit and the area, for clarity and convenience of construction work. If you have the skills, you can do it yourself or turn to specialists. When making the drawing, the thickness of the pool walls (tile, concrete, waterproofing) must be taken into account, it is necessary to provide for a drainage system with a small slope for the drainage of water from the pool.
Before excavation, you need to mark the territory of the future pit by placing flags around the perimeter.
Earthwork
Excavation of the pit can be done manually, and if possible, with an excavator or other specialized equipment. The walls and bottom of the pit are compacted, and then covered with sand and gravel. A layer of sand is poured with a thickness of 150-200 mm, a layer of gravel - 100 mm.
The next step is to fill the pit with concrete for the construction of the pool bowl. For this, first of all, it is necessary to perform the initial isolation from the influence of groundwater. Concrete, with mandatory use of reinforcement, with a layer 80 mm thick.
The second stage is to provide waterproofing from PVC or polypropylene plates.
The third stage is to pour reinforced concrete in a layer of 200 mm to form a strong main structure of the pool.
Finally, the next, final stage of pool construction is tiling.
If a pool made of polypropylene is installed, then it is necessary to install the bowl exactly in the pit. Pre-fix the spacers inside the pool bowl for firmness and creating the correct shape. Pour a concrete mixture around the perimeter of the bowl, having previously wrapped the communications with a protective material.
The whole pool is ready! After that, it remains to decorate the pool itself and improve the surrounding area.
