Which base should you choose for your shell pool?

There are several types of shell pool bottoms . The two main ones are flat bottom pools and sloping bottom pools . Discover the advantages of these two options, and choose the one that best suits your needs.

The flat-bottomed shell pool

A flat-bottomed polyester shell pool is perfectly suited to water games. In fact, thanks to its regular bottom and constant depth, your children can play in complete safety.

Please note: you can choose the depth of your pool. It is therefore entirely possible to install a diving board, for example, or an infinity pool.

From an aesthetic point of view, a flat-bottomed shell pool remains a timeless classic and allows you to enjoy a uniform aesthetic result. Sometimes, depending on the depth of the pool, the color of the water can vary, which is not the case with a flat-bottomed pool .

The advantages of a flat-bottomed swimming pool

A swimming pool suitable for children
An ideal play area
Ease of maintenance and upkeep

Flat-bottomed polyester shell pools are also much easier to clean. In fact, maintenance is easier because a vacuum cleaner can move more easily on the flat bottom, and the absence of corners limits the storage of waste. Finally, a flat-bottomed pool is easier to build.

The sloping bottom shell pool

The sloping bottom shell pool is ideal for swimmers who want to have a foothold to rest. An uneven floor is also useful in order to visibly separate the swimming part of a pool from the part through which swimmers enter the pool.
It is possible to opt for a gently sloping bottom or progressive bottom , which offers a constant slope over the entire length of the pool, with a low level and a deeper level. This allows the difference in level to be marked gently.
Be careful though, because the bottom is sloping , it is likely that the little ones will slip and end up in the deepest area, especially if the slope is steep. The presence of an adult is therefore essential.