Pool / Discussions

Is there anywhere we could visit a natural swimming pool before building one?

...pool but would like to visit one first. Any idea where we could do that? We live in WV but can travel. Thanks I'm presuming you saw our article on natural pools and natural swimming ponds, where you can dowload a DIY Natural pool building guide, but had you looked in our directory for local installers? If you can find ...

Posted by Brette Swarr April 30, 2026 Natural swimming pools and ponds 1 response

Can an Indoor natural pool be considered sustainable and justifiable?

...pools are a no go in corona crisis.  What about the suggestion of a large natural pool for 80 citizens, is that more of a sustainable suggestion? Indoor versus outdoor? To add, we have an outdoor natural wildlife pond here (not swimming).  Thanks for your thoughts,  Adele  

Posted by Julia Appelin July 14, 2021 Natural swimming pools and ponds

Has anyone insulated under a swimming pool?

...Pool builders and homeowners don’t seem to be very aware of the amount of energy lost to the ground from heated swimming pools, so you would be wise to insulate it for sure. We have a page all about how to run an energy efficient swimming pool, see here first – Saving Energy Costs in Swimming Pools - Top Tips As you wi...

Posted by Randy Parent May 10, 2021 Natural swimming pools and ponds 1 response

What would be the best alternative to chemical treatment for outdoor pools?

...pool, what are your recommendations?  Our favorite alternative to chlorinated backyard pools is a natural swimming pond, read more about them here and download a free natural pool DIY building guide – All about natural swimming pools and ponds Natural ponds are filtered by plant life, but for a conventional swimming po...

Posted by Ladka Heidari April 19, 2020 Natural swimming pools and ponds 1 response

What is the best way to deal with a drop ceiling in a high humidity room?

...pool room where the humid pool room air (55% humidity pretty static or lower with dehumidification system) met the 3/4 inch plywood subfloor of the outdoor deck. From the inside of this portion of the indoor pool from interior ceiling to the outdoor deck subfloor is tongue and groove 3/4 inch wood boards, then rigid fo...

Posted by steve Roberts Dec. 24, 2019 Walls and ceilings - interior surfaces 1 response