When deciding to purchase or install an in- ground swimming pool, you will need to consider which type of pool best suits your family’s needs: vinyl, concrete or fiberglass. Although all pools ultimately have their pros and cons, first consider the benefits to owning fiberglass swimming pool.

Compared to concrete, a fiberglass swimming pool is extremely low maintenance. This is a well known fact in the swimming pool industry. It actually only takes approximately 45 minutes to maintain a fiberglass pool every week, which is not much effort to keep your pool clean and sparkling all year long.

Fiberglass is easy on your feet. Because fiberglass has such an ultra- smooth surface, it will not cause annoying scrapes and burns on your toes, hands and feet. If you find yourself moving around in the water a lot, throwing a ball or attempting an underwater handstand, you will definitely appreciate a smoother surface. It’s also important to have a comfortable surface for children to play on, as they are more likely to scrape their fingers or toes on a rougher surface.

Fiberglass pools are resistant to algae. Since algae does not grow on smooth, non -porous surfaces, your cleaning time will be minimal, unlike traditional pools with more abrasive, porous finishes.

Finally, fiberglass works very well with salt chlorine generators. Salt water is all the rage in the pool business, and a salt chlorinator will not damage the finish of a fiberglass pool.

Ever increasingly popular, fiberglass swimming pools continue to remain a top choice in the United States throughout the year. For a free, in-home consultation regarding the latest in fiberglass pools, please contact an Anthony & Sylvan renovation consultant today.