ABOVE-GROUND & WOODEN POOLS
Above-ground Options Offer Affordable Pool Fun Over recent years, the demand for above-ground pools has been under pressure, but with the Coronavirus outbreak creating uncertainty around holidays in 2020, they’ve really come into their own this summer. With relatively straightforward installation combined with some excellent designs, these great value for money pool options are perfectly placed to provide memories for families in search of some overdue water-based fun By Andrea Hartshorne
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ooden and above-ground pools is a sector which continues to be popular, and that’s not just because of their affordable price tag. Size and flexibility combined in an easy to use and simple to install package also play their part. The beauty of these pools mean that they are within reach of those families who dream of getting on the ‘pool owning ladder’ and this mix of cost and convenience has really come into its own over recent months with the Coronavirus lockdown combining with rising temperatures resulting in many families spending money on various garden-based products. Whether it’s been for entertainment while the kids have been off, to provide a form of exercise or because holiday plans are somewhat up in the air – manufacturers and retailers of above-ground pools of all shapes have seen demand go through the proverbial roof this season. For families with plans of longer term pool ownership – who aren’t just reacting to and throwing money at the current situation – a little imagination and landscaping can mean that the options available for these versatile units can transform a garden and provide fun and relaxation for owners for a much lower Plastica’s flagship wooden pool is the Chelsea, the largest wooden pool currently available, measuring 5 x 10 metres
cost than that associated with a full sized swimming pool. Increasingly these high quality pools have been sought by families or owners who want to make the pool into a real feature in their garden and they are often sunk into the ground with landscaping, decking and planting really finishing the project off. The ease of building is a big advantage over other types of pools and with installs taking just a few days, above-ground pools are a great optional extra for any home or garden and can often be an impulse buy. With so much going for them and with an uncertain future with regards to holidays right now, it’s no wonder that the British public has started to look at the more serious aboveground and wooden pools as an investment for both their families and gardens, and this will undoubtedly end up being a fantastic year for the above-ground and wooden pool sector plus of course, any and all extras that go with them!
SELF-BUILD ABOVE-GROUND WOODEN POOL KITS FROM PLASTICA With end-users making the most of With end-users making the most of their outdoor space during lockdown, Plastica have been working extra hard to keep up with demand for their Wooden Pool Kits
their outdoor space during lockdown, Plastica have been working extra hard to keep up with demand for their Wooden Pool Kits. For the cost of a holiday abroad, many families have been using their budgets to keep both the kids and adults active and entertained at home. Plastica’s Wooden Pool kits are the most affordable range of quality wooden swimming pools on the market. Made of natural highgrade wood that carries up to a ten-year warranty on the wooden structure, even if built in the ground. The Eco and Fun wooden pools are a step up from inflatable/ metal-framed pools. Their flagship wooden pool is the Chelsea, the largest wooden pool currently available, measuring 5 x 10 metres. Last year Plastica launched a new strap system for a 4 metre exercise pool and no steel braces are required, enabling the build to go directly onto any hard surface. This will be a time and cost-saving improvement for both the trade and end-user. The straps are stainless steel for long-lasting durability, ensuring anti-rust and corrosion. Plastica source reliable quality wood from the global supply chain, precision cut and pressure treat it to the optimum standard. All the structural wood is treated. This pressure treated timber has been impregnated with wood preservative in the controlled conditions of a vacuum pressure impregnation plant. It is protected against fungal rot and insect attack to ensure a long service life. Not only are the pools made of high grade treated redwood timber, they also incorporate a high-quality liner. Plasticas’ reputation for high quality and reliability is founded on their knowledge of the industry, built up over 48 years and manufacturing in the UK.
SUPERIOR WOODEN POOLS – BRITISH BUILT TO THE HIGHEST QUALITY Certikin wooden pools are a superb addition to any garden with the attractive
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