How to choose the right pool shelter

For all in-ground swimming pools, the pool enclosure is an essential element to ensure safety and the comfort of its owners. Many types of pool enclosures exist on the market: straight, rounded, sliding, fixed, or telescopic… We help you make the right choice for your pool enclosure.

Why install a pool shelter?

 The installation of protective equipment around swimming pools was made mandatory in January 2003 by the NF P 90-309 standard, to prevent drowning. Since this standard, swimming pool shelters must comply with the law in terms of resistance and safety.

In addition to this obligation, choosing a pool enclosure allows you to protect your pool and extend the season. Indeed, a pool enclosure naturally increases the water and air temperature, allowing you to enjoy your pool for longer.

A pool enclosure also allows you to save money, particularly concerning the maintenance of your pool. By protecting the water's surface, your enclosure prevents debris from weather and pollution. You will therefore make savings on your pool maintenance while ensuring the cleanliness and quality of your water.

Many types of pool enclosures exist depending on your pool and your preferences. If you don't yet know which one to choose, discover the characteristics of the different pool enclosures available on the market.

What are the different types of pool shelters?

• The removable cover. This is the most economical option. Its modules are lightweight and move very easily from one side of your pool to the other.
• The retractable cover. It consists of arched modules around the pool that can be raised to access the basin.
• Thetelescopic shelter. It can be opened completely to reveal the entire pool. The different elements of the shelter fit together to reveal and cover the pool.
• The sliding pool enclosure. It consists of two modules of different widths that slide into each other.
• The semi-sliding shelter. It uses the same principle as the sliding shelter but one of the two modules is fixed.
• The inflatable pool cover. It consists of a transparent inflated canvas, made of PVC.
• The foldable shelter. These are flexible, transparent canvases attached to lightweight structures.
• The greenhouse. It is a rounded frame protected by a transparent canvas.

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How much does a pool shelter cost?

 The cost of a pool enclosure varies greatly depending on its composition, its size and especially the type of enclosure you choose. The budget can vary between €1,500 and more than €50,000 for the most expensive models! The fixed pool enclosure is generally the most expensive while the retractable enclosure will be much more affordable.

To make the choice best suited to your needs, we advise you to contact a professional who will take the time to study your needs and offer you the solution best suited to your project.