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What are the sizes of fiberglass pools?

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Asked by: Kevin Hickey

Fiberglass pools are usually 20 ft. long by 10 ft. wide at the smallest, though they can sometimes be found as small as 15 ft. long and 8 ft.

How big can you make a fiberglass pool?

Because we do have to haul the swimming pool to your home, fiberglass pools are usually no wider than 16 feet. Any larger than this, and we would go beyond the oversize load limit, which would make it much harder to deliver the pool. Most fiberglass pools are also no longer than about 40 feet for similar reasons.

What are the different pool sizes?

In general, the most common inground pool sizes are:

  • 5-10 ft long (spa size)
  • 10-15 ft. long.
  • 15-20 ft. long.
  • 20-25 ft. long (for a small to medium-sized family)
  • 25-30 ft. long.
  • 30-35 ft. long.
  • 35-40 ft. long.
  • 40-45 ft. long (for the serious swimmer!)

What is the largest size fiberglass pool available?

We are proud to offer the largest fiberglass pool available on today’s market, our 18′ x 43′ Diving Pool – The Rio Grande. We invite you and your family to tour our factory. You will meet the Tallman Pools family and see first hand the quality and care that goes into every Tallman Fiberglass Pool.

What is a reasonable pool size?

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. This should be sufficient to avoid crowding and allow for the playing of games. Rectangle shaped pools look best for this size.

What is the downside of fiberglass pools?

The most significant disadvantage of a fiberglass pool is the limitation on pool shapes and sizes. If you are looking for a large pool with multiple bodies of water or want a swim-up bar with bar stools built into the structure, then the fiberglass pool may not be the right choice for you.

What is the deepest a fiberglass pool can be?

Fiberglass pools that are 27′ to 35′ long have depths which range from 3 ½’ to 6 ½’. Fiberglass pools that are 35′ to 40’+ long the depths can go anywhere from 3 ½’ to 8′ deep.

Is a 12×24 inground pool big enough?

A 12×24 foot pool has a surface area that covers 288 feet, so it should be big enough for your needs based on this rough calculation.

What is the most popular pool size?

The most common choice for swimming pool sizes is a pool that’s 18 feet by 36 feet.

Is a 20×40 pool big?

rectangular when reading people’s pool sizes. A freeform 18 x 38 pool is about 15% smaller than an rectangular 18 x 38. 20 x 40 is not too big. Big yes, but great for groups.

What is the standard size for a pool in yard?

Standard pool dimensions usually measure something like 10 x 20, 15 x 30, and 20 x 40, with an average depth around 5.5 feet. 10 x 20 is considered a small in-ground pool, while a 20 x 40-foot pool is on the larger side of things.

What is the average size of a backyard inground swimming pool?

What is the average inground pool size? The average size of an inground pool depends on many different factors, such as pool shape. A rectangular pool typically measures anywhere from 10 by 20 feet to 20 by 40 feet. Therapy pools tend to be smaller pools than pools with other uses, measuring about 7.5 by 17.5 feet.

Is 18 ft pool big enough?

The 18′ was plenty enough room for 2-3 people floating around and good bit of people standing, but that’s it, no diving or swimming laps.

How much space does an 18ft pool need?

Most above ground pools require an extra three feet of clearance on each side (or all the way around) to accommodate the supportive uprights. For example, an 18 food round swimming pool will require a total of 24 feet of space.

What size pool do I need for a family of 5?

For a family of 1-2 people, we recommend a minimum pool size of 14 x 25ft. For a family of 3-5 people, we recommend a minimum pool size of 16 x 32ft. For a family of 6-8 people, we recommend a minimum pool size of 18 x 36ft.

How big is a 20ft round pool?

This round framed pool is 20 feet in diameter and 48 inches tall, allowing it to hold up to 7,947 gallons of water.

How much does a 10×20 pool cost?

Inground Pool Cost By Size

Pool Size (feet) Price
10×20 $18,000 – $26,000
12×24 $14,400 – $37,440
14×28 $19,600 – $48,750
16×32 $25,600 – $66,560

How deep is a 12×30 pool?

Water depth: 24in.

How deep is a 48in pool?

48” panel = shallow end a depth of 40”-42”

How deep can a backyard pool be?

For residential pools, the standard maximum depth of an inground pool is usually 8 feet. But pool builders can build deeper pools. If you plan to install a diving board, 8 feet is the minimum depth you will need in the deep end.

What is the largest above ground pool you can buy?

Sizes And Shapes Of Above Ground Swimming Pools

Round pools can get up to 33 feet in diameter with the smallest ones around 12 feet. Oval pools come in a wider range of sizes and styles with some of the biggest ones reaching about 40 feet in length and about 20 feet in width.

What is the deepest above ground pool they make?

Q: What’s the deepest above-ground pool available? The deepest above-ground pool available is the Intex 36-Foot by 16-Foot by 52-Inch Above-Ground Pool.

Is a 6 foot pool deep enough?

We recommend a depth of 4-6ft. Another good option for swimming laps is to opt for an L shaped pool, with a shallower area on the shorter side and a depth of between 4-6ft on the longer side.

How deep is a 52 inch pool?

You typically fill a pool 4 inches from the top and have sand on the bottom so those pools actually held 3’6” of water. Many people wished they were deeper so the manufacturers started making 52 inch tall pools so that they would hold nearly 4 feet of water at 3′ 10”.

What is a resin pool?

Resin pools come in a wide variety of designs, colours, and styles. The term resin (or polymer) refers to the high strength plastic material that the pool’s frame is made of. By substituting metal parts for resin ones, the pool’s design and looks can be more complex and aesthetically pleasing.

Do resin pools crack?

Make sure your resin pool has the proper UV coating, otherwise, it will flake and crack; generally, though resin holds up pretty well against the elements, not even getting as hot as aluminum or steel.

Can you partially bury a resin pool?

The short answer is yes, but the longer answer involves several conditions. Not just any pool can be buried, and not just in any area, and not just to any shape or depth. First, you need to make sure your above ground pool is built to be buried, as not all are.