It is common to see people who live in apartments, installing an inflatable pool on the terrace or balcony. This is possible, but you have to be very careful and take precautionary measures.
What is the danger of installing an inflatable pool on the terrace?
Inflatable pool – Source: spm
Installing a pool on the terrace is not impossible, but it can be dangerous if we do not first make sure that our terrace is capable of to support the weight of the pool, no matter how small. The mass of an inflatable pool, added to the density of the water, can reach a significant weight that a terrace could not support. Especially since the terrace floor is designed to support a specific weight per square meter. Hence the importance of calculating the total weight of the pool when it is full. Note that the weight of a pool is determined by the structure of the pool, the density of the water and the number of people who will bathe, as explained in the press area of the artemisa brokerage.
What precautions must be taken when installing a pool on the terrace?
To install an inflatable pool on the terrace, it is recommended to use the services of an architect or construction expert. he will help you evaluate the resistant capacity of the terrace, to install a swimming pool with total safety.
If you live in a condominium, it is important first contact the building manager for you to make your assessment and ensure the feasibility of installing the inflatable pool. The project will then be discussed at the general meeting of co-owners. In this case, either you will obtain authorization to install an inflatable pool, or your project will be rejected. In both cases, we will have to comply with the general decision.
If you live in an individual residence, first check whether the security measures are respected, before contacting the planning department to find out what the local bylaws say.
Inflatable pool for children – Source: spm
Which pool model should be preferred for the terrace or balcony?
For added convenience, it can be equipped a self-supporting inflatable pool. This has the advantage of being easy to install and store. So you can easily store it for the winter.
How to maintain an inflatable pool?
An inflatable pool requires a lot of maintenance, especially since bacteria can grow quickly in water and therefore alter its quality. It is also not recommended to treat excess water, so as not to cause skin irritation or allergic reactions.
If your free-standing inflatable pool is large, or in tubular format, it is enough change the water once a month. On the other hand, it is advisable to check, in the meantime, its pH, to rebalance it if necessary. Ideally, the pH of the water should be 7.4.
If your inflatable pool is medium in size, it is better to change the water once a week or every 10 days. Lastly, if your pool is very small and intended for small children, change the water every day, and do not use a chemical treatment product, as it could attack the fragile skin. To avoid wasting pool water, you can reuse it to water the plants in your garden.
Following these measures and instructions, you can install your pool on the terrace or balcony, without risk.
