Swimming Pool Reform and Restoration in Denia, Javea and Cumbre Del Sol
Like all constructions swimming pools will require work in their lifetime to keep them in perfect condition. This can be from an acid wash and re-grouting to retiling, installation of entrance steps into the pool. In addition to these aesthetic works, owners may experience problems such as leaks, cracks, staining of tiles, or problems with pipe work and plumbing.
Cumbre Del Sol Swimming Pool
On this swimming pool in Cumbre del Sol the clients needed to make it easier for a disabled member of their family to get in and out of the swimming pool. The original pool had stainless steel ladders that the family member could not use. We installed full width steps with two rows of dark blue tiles along the step edges for safety. We also installed a made to measure stainless steel handrail in the centre of the steps. As the pool had to be empty for these works the owners also opted to have a mosaic dolphin installed and then we re grouted the whole pool. We repaired the coronation where the ladders had been mounted and also installed a salt electrolysis system due to the owner’s sensitivity to chlorine. The end result is a swimming pool perfect for the owner’s requirements.
Denia Swimming Pool
With this swimming pool in Denia the owner had serious problems with the tiles falling off the pool. Due to the amount of damage the only option was to complete a retile. This allowed the owner to choose the tile colours to their personal preference. We removed all the old tiles, smoothed out and prepared the pool walls and floor for the new tiles, applied two coats of waterproof material and then retiled and grouted the pool. Now the pool looks brand new and has revived the outdoor pool area for the owners to enjoy for many years to come.
Javea Swimming Pool
This swimming pool in Javea is 40 years old. The pool was looking very tired but the construction was in good order. The original mosaics had delaminated and splintered making it very dangerous. The coronation had also began deteriorating so was in need of updating. The owner also opted for steps to be built rather than stainless steel ladders. We retiled the pool and restored the coronation.
Swimming Pool Construction Process
Tiling
The next stage is to tile the pool to the choice of the client. On this construction the client opted for a dark blue border and step edges to define the steps for entering the pool with a contrasting light blue tile for the rest of the pool.
Pump House
Now the pool itself is finished we construct the pump house. On this build the client opted for pool heating, salt system disinfection, and LED coloured lighting.
Pool Terracing
The terracing around swimming pools is often not considered during the construction. We consider the terrace area an important part of the construction process as this is where you will be spending most of your time when using your pool. Due to the space constraints on this construction we finished the terracing direct to the pool edge to give the client more usable space for sunbathing and relaxing. There are many alternatives and we can advise you on different styles.
Pool Finished
Construction of a Swimming Pool (in 6 weeks) Stage 2
Instalation of the Plumbing
Mark out the position of the plumbing work (jets:Skimmers:Lighting etc) and in the case of this Swimming Pool the pipe work for the Heated water Jets.
The Guinte Process begins
Gunite Complete!
It is now essentials that the Gunite is given 5-7 days to dry before proceeding .
During the drying time keep the Gunite from drying out too quickly by dampening it with a hose pipe 3 time a day . This is to make sure that rapid drying time does not lead to the Gunite cracking.
Sealing The Gunite with two coats of waterproofing
This is not essential as the Gunite is completely waterproof but we always feel as an extra security for a few hours extra work and at little extra cost this will give you that extra piece of mind. This is after all the only time you have this opportunity.
Adding and forming the shape of the steps
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Construction of a Swimming Pool-Start to in finish in 6 weeks
Marking Out
The first job we do in pool construction is marking out the excavation. For this particular pool we were asked to provide a pool big enough for exercise in a confined space. We opted for a 10 metre length by 4 metres wide so as to give the owner a big enough pool for swimming lengths whilst still providing a good sized terrace for relaxation.
Excavation
We had very limited access for this build, a normal driveway. We excavated 75 cubic metres of material in total for this build. Due to the restricted access much of the waste material was lifted out over the villa for disposal. It is essential to have an experienced excavation company for this type of dig. The result, hole dug and no damage to the property.
Hitting Rock
Quite often on the excavation we hit rock. On this build we had to bring the hydraulic chisel for the final metre so we could achieve the right depth for the pool.
