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Is a round or oval pool better?

Is a round or oval pool better?

Larger round pools can offer the best lap swimming along with plenty of room for additional swimmers in the pool. ( The largest oval pool is 18′ wide by 33′ long whereas the largest round is 33′ each way offering more room to swim laps either way.)

What is the best size above ground pool?

It’s usually recommended to have about 15 square feet of surface area per person. A pool that’s 15 foot in diameter has about 175 square feet of surface area so you could have 11 or 12 people in the pool. A 30-foot pool has about 700 square feet of surface area.

What is the best shape for a swimming pool?

Kidney Shaped Pool It is a popular choice because it is conducive to nearly any size of backyard space. Without the crisp lines of a geometric-type pool, the kidney-shape tends to look more natural. It also provides natural placement of a shallow end and a deep end for swimmers.

How long do oval above ground pools last?

The market average life of an above ground pool may be shorter than you think at about 7-15 years. However, when you buy from a quality brand and maintain your pool properly it will last many years longer than that.

What is the least expensive pool shape?

Ultimately, the cheapest inground pool shape is the rectangular shape. This type of pool has straightforward angles that are simple to build. Thus, pool builders do not charge much since construction requires less time and effort than curved pools.

Is an 18 ft round pool big enough?

An 18 foot above ground pool will comfortably fit 4-5 average size adults to swim, float and play. It’s recommended having a depth fewer than six feet to meet most pool needs. For a family of six to eight people, an 18 foot by 36-foot pool is recommended.

Which is better a round pool or an above ground pool?

A round pool that is sized to hold the same amount of water and have the same area than a similar oval can cost between a quarter to half of the price. It’s not uncommon to pay about a thousand dollars less for a higher-end 18’ round above ground versus the same model 12’x24’ oval which has the exact same area.

How big is an oval above ground pool?

The buttresses of an oval can protrude as much as three feet along the straight sides of the pool. This isn’t as much of an issue lately as most ovals now have what they call a “buttress free” or “yardmore” design which only takes up about a foot of extra space on both long sides.

Can a round pool be used for volleyball?

An oval is set up perfectly for volleyball as both ends are usually shallow and net poles can attach nicely to the narrow sides of the pool. Volleyball can be set up nicely in a round pool too, but it’s not as fitting as with an oval. Homeowners decide on round pools mainly due to cost.

What can you do in an above ground pool?

The last reason people opt for an oval above ground is water volleyball. An oval is set up perfectly for volleyball as both ends are usually shallow and net poles can attach nicely to the narrow sides of the pool. Volleyball can be set up nicely in a round pool too, but it’s not as fitting as with an oval.