What is the best pool size?

What is a decent size pool for backyard?

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.

Is a 15x30 pool big?

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.

Is 21 foot pool big enough?

21' Above Ground Pools are the perfect fit for those with a small to mid-size family or with a reasonable amount of yard space. A 21 foot above ground pool will comfortably fit 4-5 average size adults to swim, float and play.

What is the recommended lap pool size?

Lap pools are long, narrow, and typically rectangular pools. The best length for a lap pool is a minimum of 45 feet (15 yards) to a max of 75 feet (25 yards). The only standard length is an Olympic-sized pool, which is 50 meters long (164 feet/54 yards).

Swimming Pool placement and size

What is the ideal pool size for a home?

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.

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.

How many people can fit in a 12x24 pool?

A 12' x 24' foot above ground pool will comfortably fit 4-5 average size adults to swim, float and play. There are approximately 6,800 gallons in a 52" above ground pool and requires approximately 2 cubic yards of sifted(playground) sand to create a 2" layer under the liner and create a sand cove.

How many people can swim in a 27 round pool?

A 27 foot above ground pool will comfortably fit 5-6 average size adults to swim, float and play.

How many people can swim in a 24 foot pool?

If you have a 24-foot round pool you will be able to have roughly 30 swimmers. (For around pool use the following: pool radius * pool radius * 3.14) (For a square pool use the following: pool width * pool length) Divide the total by 15 and you will get the number of swimmers able to be in your swimming pool at once.

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.

How many people can fit in 18x33 pool?

A 18' x 33' foot above ground pool will comfortably fit 8-10 average size adults to swim, float and play.

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.

What is a good pool size for a family of 5?

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 a family of 4?

Five or fewer people would fit a 16-foot by 32-foot pool. This pool size allows for swimming and casual use. Three or fewer people can enjoy a smaller, 14-foot by 25-foot pool.

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.

What is the 25 10 pool rule?

Swim safety tip: Follow a 25:10 rule. If children cannot swim 25 meters continuously without assistance, ensure an adult is within 10 feet at all times.

Is round or oval pool better?

If your yard is longer than the width, an oval pool will fit much better. This will allow you to have much more swimming space. Even though oval pools do tend to take up a bunch of space, many models have space-saving assemblies with buttress-free style support systems.

How many laps should I swim in a 25 yard pool?

Distance swimmers often refer to the 1650-yard freestyle event, which is 66 lengths, or 33 laps, of a 25-yard pool, as “the mile.” But the event actually falls 110 yards, or 6.25 percent, short of a true mile. If you want to swim exactly a mile in a 25-yard pool, you'll need to complete 70.4 lengths of the pool.

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).

How can I save money building a pool?

Tips for reducing the cost of an inground pool

Save money by choosing a basic concrete deck now and adding the fancy patio later. Avoid the deep end: “Smaller pools are all the rage these days, not only because they save space but because they're cheaper to install and maintain,” Jobe says.

How deep is a 12x24 pool?

The Intex 26363EH Above Ground Pool Package is 12' wide, 24' long and is 52" deep. The above ground pool holds approximately 8,400 gallons.

Is 7 feet too deep for a pool?

For residential pools, the standard maximum depth of an inground pool is usually 8 feet. But pool builders can build deeper pools. If you plan to install a diving board, 8 feet is the minimum depth you will need in the deep end. This depth is deep enough for diving in safely with a diving board.

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 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.