How to make a pool with your own hands

The swimming pool at the dacha is no longer a luxury item. After all, it can be done independently. If you have the necessary funds, the reservoir for the rest can be bought. However, a person who is a little familiar with construction work will be able to equip such a structure without the involvement of specialists.

First you need to figure out what types of such reservoirs exist, as well as learn about the pros and cons of each of them.

Kinds

All pools can be divided into two types:

• frame;
• trenches

Frame

Such pools are either located above the ground, or at least a little, but protruding above it. Their distinctive feature is the presence of the frame. It is very convenient for moving and dismantling for the winter period.

The disadvantage of frame structures is that they are very expensive. Although some masters can make them on their own.

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For its construction it is necessary to purchase concrete and waterproofing materials. The disadvantages of this design is that it can not be dismantled. Another disadvantage is a large amount of earthworks. We'll have to dig a pit of about 16 square meters.

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Instruction:

• First you need to choose the optimal place. It should simultaneously decorate the site, and serve as an ideal place to relax. However, he should not spoil the soil and be located where there is a risk of permanent pollution. It is also desirable that the building be located close to the plumbing system.
• At the second stage it is necessary to calculate the size of the pool. Pitched structures are usually not less than 4 * 4 meters. The depth can be from one to two meters. The optimal depth is one and a half meters.
• Once the dimensions are determined, it is necessary to drive the pegs where the future pool will be located. Its shape can be round, square or rectangular - it depends on the tastes of the owner.
• Having marked the boundaries, it is necessary to start earthworks. The dug trench should be a little deeper and wider than on the plans. Thus, the dimensions of the walls should be increased by 40-50 cm. When determining the optimal depth, the waterproofing layer should be taken into account.
• Once the pit is dug, you can begin to level the bottom and waterproofing. The first layer on the bottom of the sand poured. The layer should reach 30 cm. Then the sand is rammed. On the leveled bottom it is necessary to put roofing material in 2–3 layers and bitumen mastic. Roofing material should slightly overlap the walls.

• Before you start working with the walls, you need to consider the need to install a water drainage system.
• The next stage of work - formwork.
• Between the formwork and the ground need to pour a layer of concrete. To make the walls more durable, you need to choose a solution of the appropriate brands and install a reinforcing mesh.
• When the walls grab and gain sufficient strength, the formwork should be removed. The walls of the pool at the same time it is necessary to process in a special way using a mixture of solution and water. This process is also called fermentation.
• It is necessary to process the bottom. At the bottom of the rubble is laid and poured it with hydroconcrete. Under the tie is better to put a reinforcing mesh.

The last stage of work will be decorating the pool with decorative trim. If you plan to install a ladder, then it is better to design it in advance. It is installed at about the time the walls are filled. Around the artificial reservoir, you can also make a coating. Most often it is a different tile.

Polypropylene

A polypropylene pool will require more effort and cost than a conventional concrete structure. However, he has a whole lot of advantages. It is known that in the construction of such structures the biggest problem is waterproofing. Polypropylene is an ideal material. It has increased strength and durability. This material can be given any shape.

The construction of polypropylene can be constructed in two ways:

1. Buy a polypropylene bowl of the desired size and shape and set it in a pit.
2. Buy sheet polypropylene and make it a bowl of his own.

Independent production of a polypropylene bowl will cost about the same in value as purchased, because in this case the master will have to buy a special tool for polyfusion thermal welding - an extruder. In addition, you will also have to pre-learn how to weld sheets and make stairs.

Installation is performed in the following sequence.

1. First you need to dig a pit, the size of which should exceed the size of the bowl.
2. After that, you need to put a waterproofing on the bottom and pour concrete.
3. The finished bowl is set in place. If the bowl needs to be boiled, this can be done directly next to the installation site.
4. After installing the bowl, you must install the bottom drain, skimmer and nozzles.
5. The next step is to warm the pool around the edges. For this you can use foam.
6. Some walls are best tied with ribs.
7. Pipes, too, need to be warmed and, just in case, pasted over with ordinary tape.
8. Next to the structure it is necessary to calculate a device for filtering water. It can be installed, for example, in the basement of the house.
9. After all communications are connected, concreting can begin. So that the solution does not damage the polypropylene, it is necessary to install an internal formwork in the bowl. This ensures that all sides of the structure are smooth and beautiful. Filling itself is done in layers of 30–35 cm in height per day. This is the optimal mode of pouring the pit. To prevent the concrete from damaging the bowl, you can also use water in addition to the formwork. For example, when pouring the next layer of the solution, it is necessary to add water to the bowl on the same level. Work on average takes about a week.

Filling should be slow. It is better to divide the process into several stages.

When the concrete hardens, it will be possible to lay tiles or other materials to give it an aesthetic look.

Polypropylene pools are gaining popularity today, although a few years ago this technology was unknown in Russia.

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If finances allow, you can order a turnkey pool of any kind: polypropylene, plastic, composite, frame.