Fiberglass Pools Pros and Cons

Structurally speaking, fiberglass shells are impervious to normal wear and tear, as well as elements like sun and harsh weather. The result: they will not need major repairs down the road. For extra endurance and installation flexibility, SwimEx fiberglass pool shells are built like the hull of a boat with a gel coat finish – a smooth and shiny surface that makes for easy cleaning and minimal maintenance. 

Gel coats are also skin-friendly. If you rub against it while you’re swimming or exercising, you will glide smoothly over its velvety surface. A non-skid application is applied to places where you need to grip, like stairs and walkways.

It’s hard for algae to adhere to the smooth gel coat surface, which diminishes nasty algae blooms and makes it easier to control this perennial nuisance. This means you won’t have to scrub the walls.

There are also no minerals in fiberglass like there are in gunite or cement and nothing that will interact with and affect the water chemistry. This means that balancing the water is much easier.

If you’re looking for a quick install, fiberglass swim spas can be up and running in as little as 2-3 days. The shells come pre-built, and once the room is prepared, installation is simply a matter of delivering the shell and connecting the plumbing. You’ll be swimming, exercising, and relaxing in your own home in no time!

Whether you’re starting a new construction or want to fit a pool into an existing space, fiberglass pools can be built to meet your needs. You can order them in our standard sizes or work on a custom one with our team. A 12’ x 20’ area is needed for most of our pools. Imagine putting a pool almost anywhere? Think of adding one to a deck, in the backyard, on a patio, or anywhere else you dream up. Because the fiberglass is lightweight, you can even install them on upper floors or balconies. And if you choose to buy a swim spa with a water current feature, you can still enjoy all the benefits of a full-sized pool in a fraction of the space.

What if you want something larger but don’t have the access to get the pool into the space? Swim spas made out of fiberglass can be delivered in sections and built on-site. Plus, our fiberglass pools are self-supporting. This means you have the option to install them above ground, in the ground or partially above ground, and as an indoor pool or outdoor pool

Pools made from fiberglass are highly customizable, so you’re not tied to pre-existing interior layouts, colors or pool tile combinations. The interior of the pool can be custom-built with steps (a convenient option, particularly if you want to use your pool for aquatic exercises), seats, deep wells, platforms, colors, and more. Match your pool’s interior walls and coping to your home decor. Then pick out coordinating tiles, and you end up with an oasis which perfectly suits your design aesthetic.

Fiberglass lasts. This is a fact that shouldn’t be taken lightly. Unlike other types of pool that need replastering or vinyl liners replaced from time to time, this isn’t necessary with fiberglass pools. In fact, they last so long, people sometimes take them when/if they move. There are even cases where people have gifted their pool to have it installed somewhere else.

Once you’ve installed your fiberglass swim spa, you’ll see that you buy fewer chemicals and it costs less to heat than a traditional pool. Most fiberglass is insulated. Sometimes, as with our pools, it is constructed with a solid wood core. This makes for superior temperature retention. In addition, the gel coat acts as a barrier against moisture absorption, so you’ll fill your pool less often. All this adds up to a pool that’s better for the environment and your wallet.