Swimming Ponds are Hot!
In recent years, there has been a clear emerging trend in the pool industry: the demand for "natural" swimming water. Where do we mainly see this trend? The explosive demand for this way of swimming and bio-pools in Belgium. But this trend has also caught on in the Netherlands, with more and more people opting for a pool that blends into the overall design of a garden. Even in public swimming facilities, we are gradually seeing more "natural" pools or swimming ponds.
Various swimming ponds
A swimming pond is a combination of a swimming pool and a pond. It has a swimming facility
a natural environment with plants and sometimes fish. The idea behind a swimming pond is to...
environmentally friendly alternative to a traditional swimming pool. A swimming pond uses
of a biological filter system to keep the water clean, unlike chlorine or
other chemicals used in a regular swimming pool. This means there is none
harmful chemicals are needed to keep the water clean and require less maintenance
is needed.
There are different types of swimming ponds:
· natural swimming ponds
· hybrid swimming ponds
· combination of a hybrid swimming pond and a natural swimming pond.
The construction of a natural swimming pool has its challenges. When designing
of a swimming pond, several factors must be taken into account, such as size
of the pond, the depth, the water treatment and cover!
Photo: A natural swimming pond is one of the different types of swimming ponds that exist.
Covering a swimming pond
Fortunately, in recent years, more knowledge has been gained about swimming ponds, and there has been an increase in specialized designers and installers. A well-designed natural pool fits beautifully into its surroundings, which is often difficult to reconcile with a traditional fixed cover. With a liquid pool cover such as Heatsavr, a swimming pond retains its natural appearance because the product is invisible and does not interfere with the design of the pond. It is an ideal solution for those who love a beautiful and natural environment but still want to enjoy all the benefits of a covered swimming pond. Heatsavr is easy to apply and dose and does not negatively impact the water quality, plants, and filter bed. It is an environmentally friendly product that is safe for humans and animals.
Is a swimming pond something for me?
Although the installation of a swimming pond can be an investment, it can be more cost-effective in the long term compared to a traditional pool due to lower maintenance and energy costs. Additionally, swimming in a natural environment with clean water is a wonderful experience for anyone who loves nature.
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In short, if you are looking for a sustainable and ecological way to enjoy a swimming facility in your own backyard, then a swimming pond might be a good alternative to a traditional pool.