Gunite Concrete Swimming Pools

Highly Durable and Long Lasting Gunite Swimming Pool

Gunite Pools

The construction of gunite pools often refers to the pneumatical application of a “concrete mixture” that forms a thick, durable pool shell that will last for years to come.

Concrete has been a versatile material preferred by inground pool owners all over America for decades. Its porous qualities, design options, and overall configuration give gunite pools a range of structural strength that puts them above the pack compared to vinyl liner or fiberglass pools.

With a gunite pool, your private aquatic resort can take on virtually any size, shape, depth, or configuration, providing the ultimate versatility for pool design.

Pros of Gunite Swimming Pools

Durability and Reliability: Gunite pools are highly durable and long-lasting. This material is also perceived to be of the highest quality and can be remodeled multiple times in a pool’s lifetime.

Savings on Delivery Costs: Unlike fiberglass pool shells that are delivered to your backyard, gunite is mixed and sprayed at the site. So, it is possible to design pools that fit any intricate shape.

Special Finishing Plaster: Tile, glass beads, marble, fiberglass, pebble aggregate, or colored plaster interior-finish options help to achieve a one-of-a-kind appearance to a gunite pool.

High Level of Customization: Gunite swimming pools can accommodate any custom feature, such as:

• Firepit or fire bowl
• Floating lamps, LED, in-pool lights
• Spillover, integrated, and raised spa additions
• Waterfalls, deck jets, and spouts
• Tanning ledge, beach entry, shallow pool
• Slide or diving board, and many more

Cons of Gunite Swimming Pools

High Maintenance: A gunite pool needs more care, particularly if you have a saltwater pool because alkaloids can enter the pool water. The surface needs etching if there is algae growth.

Longer Installation Time: Gunite swimming pools take four weeks to three months to finish. About 28 days may be needed for curing alone, which allows the sprayed concrete to reach its full potential.

Abrasive Surface: Gunite has sand and gravel added to it, so the pool surface may feel abrasive.