Holiday feeling through bathing fun in your own garden

If your little water babies don't want to wait until the summer holidays…

A swimming pool in your own garden offers relaxation, healthy exercise, and fun all at once. Anyone who doesn't want to wait for their summer vacation to enjoy a refreshing dip and desires more privacy than the local public pool offers will find a private pool a great solution.

The only requirement for a swimming pool behind the house: The garden should not be too shady and should ideally only be sparsely planted with deciduous trees.

Round, oval, or hexagonal?

Prefabricated pools in various shapes, or individually selectable components, simplify installation and make the project affordable. Of course, the price depends on the size and extras, but a pool doesn't have to cost more than a summer vacation with the family.

Operating costs vary depending on the heating technology. Heat pumps are economical and environmentally friendly, as they draw up to 80 percent of the required heat from the surrounding air. An average-sized pool then incurs energy costs of approximately three euros per day.

Those who don't skimp on accessories will have less work in the long run and extend the lifespan of the pool.

Clean water without chemicals?

A basic feature is the cover to protect against leaves and other debris. A roof that can be opened in sunny weather is more convenient, but also more expensive.

Swimming pool filters are essential for water treatment. Sand filters are still the most commonly used filter system in swimming pools for removing dirt and bacteria.

Good filter quality saves on additional chemicals: If the circulation rate and pH value are maintained, the addition of disinfectants such as chlorine is not absolutely necessary.

Pool floors and walls are best cleaned with cleaning robots. While you relax by the pool, these electronic helpers zip around the pool automatically.