Owning a swimming pool can feel like the ultimate luxury, but it comes with a…
Top 5 Pool Renovation Ideas for Your Inground Pool
The hot and hazy days of summer are long past, but you’re still thinking about your pool. Did you use it as much as you would have liked? If the appearance of your pool is a turn-off, you may be wondering what you can do to turn it into the pool paradise you’ve always wanted.
Wonder no more. With pool renovations and even full-scale pool remodeling, you can bring an old concrete pool new life. We’ve pulled together some of the top pool renovation ideas for your inground pool to inspire you.
Whether you’re looking for elegance and sophistication with clean lines, or you want a tropical paradise complete with a waterfall, diving rock, and lush landscaping, the possibilities are endless. Keep reading to learn how to transform an old pool into a luxury swimming poot fit for resort-style living.
1. Upgrade with Pool Resurfacing
If your pool interior is stained or discolored, it gives the appearance of being dirty. Who wants to swim in a dirty pool? You can instantly brighten the pool’s appearance by upgrading the pool finish. You can do this in several ways:
- Install new plaster
- Install pool tile
- Install an aggregate pool finish like Pebble-Tec.
You’ll be amazed at what a difference pool resurfacing can make.
2. Upgrade the Pool Coping
If your existing pool coping is boring grey concrete, consider upgrading it with of these pool coping options:
- Brick
- Travertine/Natural stone
- Pavers
3. Upgrade the Pool Decking
If you’re going to the trouble of pool renovations, don’t stop with just the pool. If your existing pool decking is plain gray concrete, upgrade to pavers, travertine/natural stone, or porcelain tile. Which material you choose will depend on your aesthetics and the existing materials you’re using in your patio and outdoor living spaces.
4. Upgrade with Fire and Water Features
You can also add fire and water features to your pool to add elegance or a tropical feel. Some of your options include:
- Pool waterfall
- Pool fountain
- Fire bowls
- Fire and water bowls
Related Reading: From Dull, Dingy, and Drab to Fresh, Fun, and Fabulous: A Case Study
5. Upgrade the Inner Workings
So far, we’ve focused on pool renovations that improve the appearance of your pool. But don’t overlook upgrading the mechanics of your swimming pool’s operation. You can choose from several options, including:
- Installing an efficient pool pump
- Installing a pool heater
- Upgrading to pool automation
Related Reading:
Make It Exceptional. Make It Woodfield.
If you have an older inground pool that has seen better days, our pool renovations team can bring it back to life. We’ll guide you through the process of selecting what changes and upgrades you would like to make, and then present you with a design and installation plan that exceeds your expectations.
We work with pool owners throughout Anne Arundel County, Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Carroll County, Cecil County, Harford County, and Howard County. Schedule a call today.
Related Posts
