Slip-slidin’ away!

A pool slide can be a fun addition to your pool and your summer fun. There are so many different slides to choose from, and homeowners exploring
DIY Fiberglass Pool Shells often consider slides early in the planning process to ensure proper layout and safety.

It’s a fairly simple installation for a slide, but the process includes some considerations regarding the depth of the pool and the footprint of the slide. The footprint is the amount of space required to install the slide legs and ladder. If you’re preparing for installation yourself, reviewing
How to Install a Fiberglass Pool Shell can help you plan spacing and depth correctly.

The slide has to be tall enough for you to plunge into the pool and not risk injury if you enter too fast. Also, each type of slide has its own weight capacity depending on height, build, and width. Each type of slide has a water safety envelope, which acts as the entrance to the pool.

Homeowners can add weight to the water safety envelope within the restriction and then gently apply pressure to avoid injuries later on. Seasonal protection is just as important, and many pool owners also invest in
Inground Pool Winter Safety Covers to keep their pool secure during colder months.

Pool owners should consider intricate details about the design of the slide. For example, the slides come in various colors, so owners can consider a color scheme that works well with their landscaping, hardscaping, and house color and decor. Location is also something to consider when deciding on a slide.

Anywhere the depth and height permit will work, but keep in mind you can really personalize a pool and add an exclusive touch to the look of your backyard paradise with the addition of a slide. Many homeowners choose
Full-Service Pool Installation to ensure everything—from shell placement to accessories—is done right.

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Fiberglass Pool Shells For Sale,
Full-Service Pool Installation, and
small fiberglass inground pool shell
here at Calm Water Pools.