What is considered a small pool?

A small, or 'boutique' swimming pool is typically considered to be one that is 600 square feet or less. Depending on the shape, size, and design, a small inground swimming pool could still be used for aquatic exercise, as well as purely for recreation.

What is a decent size pool?

It's recommended having a depth fewer than six feet to meet most pool needs. For a family of six to eight people, an 18 foot by 36-foot pool is recommended. This should be sufficient to avoid crowding and allow for the playing of games. Rectangle shaped pools look best for this size.

Is 15x30 pool small?

15' x 30' Above Ground Pools are the perfect fit for those with a small family or with a large amount of space. A 15'x30' foot above ground pool will comfortably fit 7-8 average size adults to swim, float and play.

What is the smallest acceptable pool size?

For a family of 1-2 people, we recommend a minimum pool size of 14 x 25ft. For a family of 3-5 people, we recommend a minimum pool size of 16 x 32ft. For a family of 6-8 people, we recommend a minimum pool size of 18 x 36ft.

What is a good size pool for adults?

Six to eight people will comfortably share an 18-foot by 36-foot pool. This pool size is spacious for larger groups with enough room for games. Five or fewer people would fit a 16-foot by 32-foot pool. This pool size allows for swimming and casual use.

Swimming Pool placement and size

Is a 12x20 pool too small?

Any swimming pool smaller than 12 by 14 feet will probably be too small for swimming, playing, and exercising. Some tiny pools are made specifically for relaxing and cooling off in the summer, but you won't get the traditional inground pool experience with anything smaller than 12x14 (or 400 square feet).

Can you dive in a 6 foot pool?

The American Red Cross recommends a minimum of 9 feet of water depth for head first dives including dives from pool decks.

What is the most popular pool size?

The most common pool size and shape is a 16 by 32-foot rectangle. That's the minimum size you need for an 8-foot deep end. That gives you 8 feet of the shallow end. Bump up to a 16 by 40-foot pool, and you double your shallow end to 16 feet.

What is a good depth for a family pool?

Most “fun” pools should have a minimum depth of three feet to accommodate for both adults and children, and a maximum depth of four to five feet, for safety. Swimmers who swim laps seriously should look for a minimum depth of five feet, and a length of 25 meters.

Can you swim laps in a 30 foot pool?

While an ideal size for swimming laps is 6 feet in width by 60-75 feet in length, you can still fit a pool that accommodates exercise in as little as 30 feet.

How many people can swim in a 15 foot pool?

15' Above Ground Swimming Pools are the perfect fit for those with a small to mid-size family or with a limited amount of space. These quaint above ground pools will comfortably fit 3 average sized adults to swim, float and play.

How many people can fit in a 30 foot pool?

A 30 foot above ground pool will comfortably fit 6-7 average size adults to swim, float and play.

Is 15x30 pool big enough?

If you don't have kids or do not like being in the pool with other kids splashing around then a 15x30 foot is probably big enough for you. The 15x30 size is perfect for 2 people to swim laps if that is what you enjoy doing.

What is the normal size of an inground pool?

If you're unsure where to start, it may help to know how big most pools tend to be: on average, residential inground pools with a standard rectangular shape range from approximately 10 by 20 feet to 20 by 40 feet.

How do I know what size pool to get for my backyard?

Length x width x average depth x 7.5 = volume (in gallons)

Measure the length, width, and average depth of the pool, rounding each measurement off to the nearest foot or percentage of one foot.

What is the cheapest pool to install?

Vinyl liner pools are generally the cheapest inground pools with regard to upfront costs; however, their costs can increase significantly based on a number of factors. A ballpark figure on the lower end for an inground 12' x 24' vinyl liner pool with installation is around $42,000.

What is the most popular pool depth?

A recreational pool needs a large shallow area. Most pool steel walls are 42” high and the water level is about 4” lower—halfway or a bit higher into the skimmer. That means 38” standard shallow end, and typically a 6-foot deep end.

What is the best distance pool to house?

Generally speaking for both above and inground pools, your pool should be at least 10 feet or more from your house. This rule of thumb goes for any size pool you may be considering.

Is 5 ft pool too deep?

The minimum depth for fun pools, to accommodate kids and adults both, should be three feet and 4-5 feet maximum. The depth and length of the swimming pool should be 5 feet and 25 feet if you want to have swim laps in it.

How big are most community pools?

Most outdoor community pools–such as homeowner association (HOA) neighborhood pools–are actually 25 meters long. The acronym for Short Course Meters is SCM. These types of pools are the ones that host summer swimming leagues.

What is the best shape for a swimming pool?

Rectangular pools with perfect 90-degree corners have been around for decades. They are ideal for swimming laps or engaging in other types of water exercise. The familiar shape conveys a sense of formality, as well as a sleek, modern feel. For greater design options, rectangles can be modified.

Is a 10 foot pool big enough?

A 10ft wide inflatable pool is an ideal choice for most families. It's big enough to have room for everyone, while it won't be so large that is difficult to set up and maintain.

Is it safe to jump in 5ft pool?

If simply jumping into the pool is something you can see yourself, your friends, or even the kids doing, then you want to have a pool depth of at least 4 feet. This is so there is enough water to absorb the impact of your jump.

Is 7ft pool deep?

While a 7- or 8-foot depth was common among backyard pools built years ago, the trend today is a pool that foregoes the deep end. In fact, most new residential pools are being built with a deepest area that ranges only 4-1/2 to 5-1/2 feet. This increasingly popular design is called a play pool or sports pool.

Is it OK to jump into an above ground pool?

Aboveground/Onground swimming pools are designed for swimming and wading only. They are not designed for diving, jumping, or sliding. Do not use diving boards, slides, trampolines, or any other similar objects or plat- form on aboveground/onground pools.