When adding a pool to your property, selecting a shape is one of the most important steps. Your in-ground pool should complement the shape of your home and your yard, and it should also be beautiful and functional. Below, The Pool Guys in Troy, MO, have compiled the most popular designs that they see in their work installing, repairing, and servicing pools, along with the pros and cons of each style. 

The Most Popular In-Ground Pool Designs

Lap Pools

A lap pool is a long narrow pool, often quite shallow, designed specifically for swimming laps for exercise. Some lap pools are still, while others employ a resistance system that creates a current for swimmers to fight against. Lap pools are ideal for those who want to use their pool primarily for exercise, but not great for kids and recreational purposes.

Infinity Pools

Infinity pools are the trendiest design option, and are often seen at hotels, resorts, and spas. These pools have an edge that blends with the horizon or with a skyline view, an illusion created by allowing water to flow over one edge of the pool. Because they require very specific engineering and building, infinity pools are quite expensive. They’re excellent for properties with amazing views if they’re within the budget. 

L-Shaped Pools

This pool design is very straightforward, and excellent for families because one arm of the L can be made shallow and the other much deeper. Their simple design also makes them relatively cheap and easy to maintain. Although an L-shaped pool might work best on a larger lot, they can also be arranged to fit the shape of your home.

The Pool Guys have 30 years of experience installing and maintaining every type of in-ground pool, including all of those mentioned above. Adding the perfect pool to your home can bring tons of fun and relaxation to your family. Visit the team’s website to learn all about in-ground pools, and give them a call at (636) 462-7665 for more information.