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Fluid Pools custom design and construct high quality steel reinforced
concrete swimming pools and spas on the pool builders Sunshine Coast. From
simple backyard plunge pool designs to an exquisite creation on the most
difficult site, no job is too big or too small.
Fluid
Pools provide you with the best advice to suit your home, to ensure a quality
finished product that not only looks great and meets you and your families’
needs, but also adds value to your home.
With our hot summers and fabulous weather,
swimming pools have become a staple in the Australian lifestyle. Transform your
background into an extraordinary space inspired by nature where you can holiday
at home. We
specialize in concrete pools. We believe concrete to be superior to other
materials and offers a greater level of flexibility, durability and freedom
allowing you to maximize every bit of space creating the most perfect pool
possible.We
will provide you with a timeline including custom design, council approvals, through
to start up and handover so you can begin planning your first pool party.We are 100% transparent regarding costs,
providing you with a comprehensive quote ensuring you are aware of potential
surcharges to create your dream design within budget.
Fluid Pools, we specialize in designing and constructing
concrete swimming pools – we do not build fiberglass pools. You may be looking
for a family style pool, lap pool, small plunge pool, free-form or a pool to
make a statement with a glass window and water feature to enhance and add value
to your property – whatever it is, we have got you covered! The length of time
to complete your swimming pool build will vary depending on factors such as
size, design complexity and site constraints. On average, the entire process
will take approximately 8 to 12 weeks from commencement to completion.
Our process
1. On-site consultation
We organize a free on-site
consultation to discuss your ideas and custom concrete swimming pool design, fencing, and
any hardships cape requirements as well as a budget for your project. We will
note the access and location of services (storm water/sewer pipes)
2. Contract and Paperwork
Once you are satisfied with the quote,
The details will be drawn up into a QBCC contract. This document indicates all
the aspects of the pool construction process and clearly outlines all the
financial aspects of the agreement. We then take care of the engineering and
council building approvals through our private certifier. This process normally
takes up to 4 weeks.
3. Mark out and Excavation
Once the approvals have been received,
We will start the construction of your swimming pool. We meet on site and mark
out your swimming pool ensuring you are happy with the positioning and
dimensions. Once signed off, the excavation begins! The pool is dug to your
chosen depth and size and gravel is laid at the bottom for drainage.
4. Steel Reinforcement, Internal Plumbing and
Electrical works
Our steel fixers will install a steel
frame as per the engineers’ design which ensures structural integrity of the
pool. The pipes are installed for water circulation (skimmer, return lines and
mains drain) and electrical conduits for pool lighting, pumps and other equipment.
5. Spraying Concrete Shell
The steel-reinforced cage is then
sprayed with 32MPA concrete to form the
shell. The application is expertly done to ensure proper thickness, strength
and finish. During this step, your chosen contours, benches and features are
shaped.
6. Coping and Tiling
Once your concrete shell has been
given time to cure, your chosen coping is installed around the pools’ edge. A
representative from our recommended supplier (The Pool Tile Company) will have
met with you for color selections. You may have also chosen a waterline tile
which is installed around the pool perimeter for aesthetics and ease of
maintenance.
7. Equipment Installation
We will install your external pool
plumbing, lighting and filtration on a prepared concrete slab, ready for when
your pool if filled with water.
8. Hardscapes and Fencing
At this time any decking, concreting
or tiling can be completed. Due to strict Council regulations and safety laws,
it is necessary to have the pool fencing in place prior to the application of
your pool interior finishes. Our certifier will inspect and approve the fencing
and send through the necessary paperwork.
9. Interior finish
The final stages of the pool
the construction process has arrived. Our pebble Crete contractors will spray and
trowel pebble Crete (mixture of cement and 1-2 mm pebbles) to the floor and
walls of your swimming pool to achieve the final design style. Once completed a
a light acid wash is carried out to expose the pebbles and then it’s time to fill!
10. Handover
Once the pool is full, we will do a
complete handover, explaining in detail the correct procedure to care and
maintain your pool water and equipment. You can now start enjoying the many
benefits of having a swimming pool at home.