Having a swimming pool in your backyard is a pipe dream for many. It all comes down to serious financial costs, and this is not surprising, because building a swimming pool is a very labor-intensive and high-tech business. The issue price is often measured in several thousand USD. However, there is one option that many will find affordable.

This will be a completely homemade pool made of tent fabric measuring 4.5x2 meters and a side height of about 1 meter, assembled on a wooden frame. It is installed on site in one day by one person. The work planned is creative, extremely constructive and very interesting.

The cost of all materials will be about 5-6 thousand rubles. Well, is it possible for such and such money to deny yourself the pleasure of basking in cool, clean water at least every day, when there is sweltering summer heat outside, from which there is nowhere else to hide. And how happy the kids will be...

In addition, this is a decent supply of water heated by the sun, which is about 8 tons. I’ll tell you a secret, the pool was intended as a container for watering the garden.

We cook PVC

The basis for our pool will be PVC fabric; awnings for trucks, awnings, inflatable boats, etc. are made from it. This material has very serious strength, almost does not stretch and does not allow water to pass through at all. There are many companies offering awning fabric in a variety of colors and densities; you can also purchase all the necessary accessories from them and even order the production of a finished container according to your dimensions.

In our case, we will use a gray Belgian-made fabric 2.5 meters wide, with an average specific density of 650 g/m2. Please note that if the fabric has one of the whiter smooth sides, then for ease of maintenance it is advisable to turn it glossy towards the inside of the pool.

Absolute tightness and the highest strength of seams can only be achieved by hot air welding, although there are adhesive options. To do this, we need a special construction hair dryer with an operating temperature range from 20 to 700 degrees and a crevice nozzle

Soldering iron for PVC

Work with PVC cloth must be done on a flat, clean surface. It is advisable to have a spacious room at your disposal in which the finished product can easily fit. On a floor covered with fiberboard or chipboard sheets, it is convenient to cut and glue our container without fear of damaging the material.

Need a place to work

The operating temperature of welding is selected in accordance with the recommendations of the blade manufacturer. We lay the awning fabric with an overlap of 20-30 mm and heat it with a hot air gun until it melts slightly, avoiding burning. The softened material is pressed tightly by a rolling roller with a hard silicone or rubber roller.

It is necessary to carefully monitor the quality of the weld; the tightness of all connections will depend on it. If necessary, you can practice on scraps of film - work out the speed of movement, temperature and other operating parameters.

When the “trough” is ready, the film is folded 50-70 mm along the upper perimeter and boiled. Metal rings (eyelets) are mounted through this side, intended for tensioning and fastening products using cables and ropes. The rings consist of two parts, which are installed through pre-punched holes corresponding in diameter. The eyelets are installed approximately every 500 mm using manual flaring or a special press.

Preparing the foundation

To install a non-buried frame pool, you will need a perfectly flat, stable base, so it is better to choose an appropriate location in order to avoid labor-intensive excavation work and large-scale soil leveling.

It is imperative to remove the top layer of soil and uproot all plants in a certain area. The soil must be clean, without solid protruding particles, pebbles, etc.

Preparing the site

Next, we make a leveling sand cushion with a layer of 50 to 100 mm. To do this, we install beacons from a CD profile according to the level and stretch the sand as a rule, obtaining a perfectly flat surface. This procedure will have to be repeated after installing the frame.

sand cushion

Assembling the frame

To build the frame, we will use pine beams with a section of 100x50 mm, unedged and semi-edged boards 25 mm thick. All lumber must be cleared of bark and treated with an antiseptic. Ideally, you need to use dry wood, in extreme cases “dried”, that is, dried.

First of all, we mark the corners of the building and be sure to check the rectangularity of the frame. To do this, measure the diagonals - they must be equal. If necessary, we make adjustments.

Next, using a shovel or garden hand auger, we prepare wells about 500 mm deep. We will install two posts on the long side, in addition to the corner ones, the spans will be approximately 1.4 m. There will be one intermediate post on the short sides.

The pillars are installed strictly vertically along one line; a cord and a building level will be indispensable here. The racks are placed in the wells, after which the free space is filled with small or medium crushed stone. All this backfill is thoroughly compacted.

The parts of the timber that will be in the ground must be carefully covered with bitumen waterproofing, especially the ends.

Waterproofing of posts

When the timber is installed and securely fixed, you can tie them with a board. A semi-edged board is placed along the top, at a height of about a meter from the ground, strictly horizontally. The lower railing of the fence can be done with a shank, the height is taken approximately 200 - 400 mm from the ground. The entire board is sewn onto the beam through the body using “black” self-tapping screws 45-50 mm long.

Upper harness

Intermediate posts need reliable spacers, since they will be subject to pressure from a large amount of water. To do this, from the top of these pillars, using braces from timber with a cross section of 50x50 mm, triangles are formed that stabilize the frame. This ensures resistance against forces acting from within.

Stabilizing struts

Once the posts are tied, you can trim them. It makes sense to leave outlets of some size, then in the future it will be convenient to knit auxiliary structures to them: a canopy, shelter or, for example, a ladder.

Making a staircase

We install an additional stand at a distance of 600 mm from the corner. From an unedged board we make two bowstrings, which are attached to the support platform from below, and screwed to the posts at the top and at the same time rest on the top trim.

Attaching bowstrings

Every 250 mm we mark the location of the steps according to the level and install support bars in these places.

We cut the treads from a wide shawl and install them in their places. There are four steps in total, and the top one is also attached to the frame, forming a platform at the very edge of the pool.

The staircase is ready

Installing PVC sheeting

Before installing a product welded from awning fabric, you need to level the sand backfill again.

Now we screw the sides of our pool strictly horizontally. As fasteners we use self-tapping screws with a press washer 35 mm long and additional large washers with a diameter larger than the holes in the eyelets. All this fastener must be galvanized.

Fasteners

The fabric must be stretched very well and pressed tightly with self-tapping screws. All this work should be done very carefully so as not to damage the PVC fabric.

Stretch the fabric

Conclusion

Such a simple pool can be erected by one person in 12 hours, including PVC welding.

This is what happened

Its cost turns out to be more than affordable:

As a result, we received a multifunctional, inexpensive outdoor pool, which can be improved indefinitely, using all modern devices and systems characteristic of the professional construction of structures for such purposes. Some simple useful options include a fitting for draining water, a shelter, and a ladder to exit the pool.

It should be noted that our design is not only prefabricated, but also collapsible, which makes it possible to change its location without any problems. And the PVC base can be easily dismantled in a few minutes by unscrewing three dozen screws and stored for winter storage.

Turishchev Anton, rmnt.ru

To paraphrase the classic, we can say that installing a swimming pool in a house, on a personal plot or in a country house is not a luxury, it is a necessity.

The construction of private swimming pools on an individual plot has become standard, like the construction of or.

The only difference is in the design and scale: a small pool in a bathhouse, a decorative pool in the yard as part of a landscape design composition, or a structure of large size and volume - indoor and outdoor swimming pools, which are located on the street, with all the accompanying fixtures and accessories.

Briefly about the main thing - how to get a swimming pool

You can get what you want in two ways:

• First, buy a ready-made pool.

But before purchasing, please consider the following:

It costs expensive;

It is impossible to buy a concrete pool ready-made. This means you will have to pay for the project, for materials and for labor. Also, return VAT to the state;

• Secondly, make the pool yourself.

This seems like a difficult task only at first glance. In fact, you already have everything you need: desire, opportunity and our instructions. This means that building a swimming pool should not cause any difficulties.

And physical fatigue will quickly pass when you splash around in the pool, which you made with your own hands.

Which pool is better to choose for a summer residence - types and types

Requires special knowledge for arrangement

It is cheap, convenient to carry and store, but is not very practical and has an extremely short service life.

Sold ready-made.

Purchasing such a structure (especially a large one) entails difficulties with delivery and installation, which cannot be done without special equipment (trailer, crane, excavator).

Plus, it involves digging a pit, which is also quite problematic.

Lightweight and durable. The design principle is similar to the previous version. Causes difficulties during transportation and installation.

The best and most justified option of all of the above.

This pool is ideal for a summer house or country house, where you will use it seasonally.

It can be made from concrete blocks, but it is better to pour a monolithic one. Despite the fact that this is the most complex and expensive design, its reliability and durability are beyond doubt.

Disadvantages of a concrete pool and how to eliminate them

• problems with the water supply system. As a rule, they appear as a result of errors during their laying and installation of pipeline systems. If the work is carried out correctly, no difficulties arise;


• Possible water leakage. This significant problem can be eliminated with the help of several layers of good waterproofing, the use of high-quality concrete and compliance with all rules for their installation;


• peeling of ceramic tiles or mosaics. Eliminated by using high-quality special-purpose glue;


• spread of fungus.

The appearance of fungus can be easily eliminated by regular cleaning and treating the surface of the bowl with special disinfection solutions.

Regular care and implementation of the above actions is the prevention of fungus formation.

Permission to build a swimming pool

In fact, an outdoor pool in a yard or plot can be built without approval from Rostechnadzor.

According to Article 51 (clause 17) of the Town Planning Code of the Russian Federation, auxiliary use facilities do not require a documentary permit for construction. But there are some nuances here, it all depends on the parameters of the structure, if it is a small decorative or children’s pool, then no questions asked, but if it is a permanent building for swimming, i.e. sufficient depth, length and width, then it is better to draw up documents.

If the pool is not registered in the BTI, accordingly, it will not be on the certificate of ownership, and it will not be included in the technical passport. In the future it will be possible to legalize it, but it will cost more than registering it right away.

Building a concrete pool with your own hands - instructions

Installation work - construction of a concrete bowl for a swimming pool

Preparing the site

To do this, standard procedures are followed: clear the area of ​​bushes and trees, and also cut off branches that may hang over the pool. Material from the site

Excavation work - digging a pit for a swimming pool

Of course, digging a pit can be done without the use of special equipment. But only if you have a small and shallow pool, you have a lot of time, effort and help.

As a rule, the cost of renting an excavator and digging services will be approximately the same, the difference is in time.

Construction of a pit for a swimming pool

• increase the dimensions of the pit. They should be larger than the size of the future bowl. This is done in order to place technical equipment there and arrange a cushion under the concrete. And also for the construction of formwork.


• presence of an angle. When digging walls, make sure that there is an angle of their deviation relative to the vertical. This method will prevent soil from falling into an already dug pit.


• presence of drainage systems. To ensure that the water that splashes out of the pool does not turn into puddles and does not destroy the landscape design, it is necessary to provide a place for its drainage.


• The first step is to lay all hydraulic communications.


• provide for the possibility of draining water.

To drain, the bottom of the pool is sloped at 5-7% (2-3 cm of slope per 1 meter of bottom), which should be directed towards the drain hole.

Arrangement of the pillow

(concrete footing)

A gravel-sand cushion is needed to ensure better pouring of concrete. Usually it is a mixture of sand and crushed stone, which compacts well. Cushion height 300-350 mm.

Bottom waterproofing

The more options for possible leakage we take into account and prevent, the longer the service life of the concrete pool will be.

It will come in handy.
For an oval pool, reinforcement no thicker than 10 mm is used. This is due to the fact that reinforcement of this diameter is sold in coils. And, therefore, you can independently adjust its length. The spacing of the reinforcing tracks is 200x250 mm.

For a rectangular pool, arbitrary installation of reinforcement with piping in increments of 200x200 cm is allowed.

You need to put something under the reinforcement, for example, a brick, so that it remains in the middle of the concrete base during the process of pouring the concrete solution.

After installing the reinforced frame, fill the bottom of the pool with concrete solution. When pouring, try to avoid the presence of voids filled with air - this will reduce the quality of the surface.

We are waiting until the concrete dries and you can safely move on it.

The principle of reinforcement is identical to the previous one.

The number of tiers is determined by the height of the bowl.

Installation of formwork for a swimming pool

The material used for formwork is a wooden board (painted or oiled) or, more conveniently, plywood (preferably moisture-resistant or laminated). The use of plywood allows you to create bent shapes with a minimum of effort, which is important when building a pool of complex or oval shape.

In order to avoid deformation of the formwork under the pressure of the weight of the concrete solution, it is recommended to install stiffeners and spacers at a distance of 500 mm. A beam with a cross section of 50x50 is suitable for spacers.

Installing plywood formwork is more expensive, but the surface quality of the concrete bowl is almost perfect.

Note:
the sheathing for the steps is mounted separately.

Pouring the walls of the pool bowl with concrete

We wait until the concrete hardens. In this case, it is better to cover it with something to avoid destruction from exposure to temperature or moisture. And also periodically moisten with water.

If you do not plan to use a metal ladder, but want to make the procedure of immersion in water smooth, you need to provide concrete steps.

The formwork for the steps is installed when the entire concrete bowl for the pool is ready.

It is better to use plywood for the manufacture of formwork, because... it allows you to create bent shapes and does not require additional cleaning.

Construction of a concrete pool - video on pouring a concrete bowl

Finishing and lining of the pool bowl

The stage involves a set of activities:

Sanding pool walls

Grouting is done manually or using a special grinder.

Waterproofing is applied using special liquid solutions, between the layers of which reinforcing fabric (mesh) is laid.

When performing this type of work, special attention should be paid to:

• seams between the bottom and walls of the structure;
• seams that appeared when pouring concrete;
• place of communications entry;
• chips, gouges and cracks.

Finishing

Before doing this, it is important to check the quality of the waterproofing. To do this, you need to fill the pool with water. Measure the water level. Then wait 10-12 days. And measure the water level again. Changes in this parameter are an alarming sign. This means that the waterproofing was done poorly and there is a leak somewhere.

The amount by which these two indicators differ can say a lot. For example, a slight discrepancy will indicate that the water could simply evaporate under the influence of heat.

The following materials are usually used for finishing:

facing tiles;

mosaic;

PVC film (the cheapest option).

The choice of finishing material is influenced by factors such as:

Easy to care for;
- availability;
- ease of installation;
- price;
- possibility of replacement;
- appearance.

The July heat evokes thoughts of water, swimming, cool rivers and lakes. It is difficult to imagine a person who, in such weather, would refuse to have his own swimming pool for relaxation and cooling. Especially if he has a personal plot or works in the country.

However, not every yard has room for a large swimming pool, just as not every owner has the means to build one from scratch. Therefore, in this article we have collected 6 of the best modern ideas for a small but inexpensive pool that will turn this heat into your best relaxation partner.

Frame, inflatable and made by yourself - then you will get acquainted with the simplest and most economical options for swimming pools today, and also see them in 40 photos in the design of a summer house or a small courtyard!

1. Best choice of 2016 - frame pool (10 photos)

Modern frame pools are available in a wide range of sizes and prices. A simple children's version measuring 2.5 by 1.5 m and a volume of 1200 liters costs about $60 (1500 UAH or 4000 rubles).

A more spacious model with a volume of 6500 liters and a diameter of about 4 meters will cost twice as much. But you must admit: this is an inexpensive price to pay for such pleasure, especially when you consider the following advantages of frame pools:

• Quick and easy installation (the pool is folded, not inflated);
• Reliable, stainless metal frame;
• Dense walls made of heavy-duty PVC and polyester;
• Additional support for the walls with thick tapes;
• The presence of a drain valve that can be connected to a garden hose to carefully empty the pool of water;
• No need for maintenance (only keeping the surface clean and sometimes checking the water filter);
• Warranty (length depends on the manufacturer).

Many frame pool models come with a cover that will protect the pool from leaves and other debris on days or times when you won't be using it.

Since the pool can safely stand all summer, it is sometimes additionally equipped with a body or even a podium so that this entire structure fits beautifully into the design of your dacha or plot. Here's how some craftsmen design a frame pool (photo below):

2. Children’s and family inflatable pools - photo on site

Children's and "adult" inflatable pools are considered the main competitors of frame ones. They are easy to transport and relatively quick to install, although you will need to tinker with the pump for some time. The walls are also made of dense PVC and polyester + most manufacturers complete inflatable pools with a protective cover against debris.

Perhaps the main advantage is the cost of such pools - they are 1.5 times cheaper than frame ones. At the same time, they also have one serious drawback - the lack of water drainage. In addition, if the inflatable pool is large, you will need to purchase an additional electric pump.

We attach beautiful photos of inflatable pools on personal plots.

3. Concrete pool to order or do it yourself

Of course, this option is not feasible for everyone, and the cost will be decent, but there are craftsmen who managed to build a concrete pool with their own hands. So we decided to include it in our list of inexpensive ideas.

The most problematic aspect in this matter is digging a hole. You can only handle this on your own if you are planning to build a small and shallow pool. Renting a crane today is extremely expensive, and it is only advisable when creating a luxurious swimming pool, and not just for relaxing in the heat.

Unlike frame and inflatable pools, the concrete version is stationary, but at the same time one of the highest quality and most durable. To make such a pool with your own hands, you usually use a mixture of concrete and sand, which is sprayed onto a metal frame. The general procedure is as follows:

1. Dig a hole for the pool. Its depth and width should be 23-31 cm greater than the expected dimensions of your pool. This distance will be filled by the form.
2. Install water supply. Typically this will include a drain pipe that will be located at the bottom of the pool, as well as all the necessary structure (pipes, filters and pumps) to ensure a safe flow of water through the pool. It is acceptable to use PVC pipes with a strong binding material.
3. Cover the walls and bottom of the pool with a steel frame, which will maintain its shape and strength over a long period of use.
4. Spray the concrete and sand mixture onto the steel mesh using a powerful sprayer. The most popular mixture for building a pool today is Gunite (sprayed dry) or shotcrete(mixed with water). When applying, it is recommended to keep the sprayer nozzle at a distance of about 1 m from the steel mesh, direct the jet perpendicular to the surface and move it in a circular motion.

Then you just have to wait until the concrete hardens, after which you can begin decorating the walls of the pool with tiles or paint (optional).

Photos of finished projects on the topic of how to build a swimming pool with your own hands:

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4. Swimming pond or natural pool

Another option for an inexpensive stationary pool that you can build with your own hands. Instead of concrete, gravel and clay will serve as walls, and natural aquatic plants (reeds, sedges, lilies, etc.) can serve as decorations.

The principle of building such a pond-pool is similar to creating a concrete pool, but can be done without a steel frame - just try to ensure that the walls have a good slope and are not perpendicular to the bottom. When the walls turn out to be perpendicular, then for stability they are covered with a layer of clay or bentonite.

It is believed that a natural pool can do without expensive filters and pumps if it is planted with natural plants. However, in order for them to truly purify the water, approximately 50% of the entire surface needs to be planted with them.

In a natural pool, the water must be constantly circulated and aerated, otherwise it will stagnate and become filled with unpleasant-smelling bacteria. To direct the flow of water through the pool, flexible PVC pipes that are not afraid of cold weather are best suited. They are buried in the soil approximately 45 cm deep. For underwater aeration, you can use an air compressor and high-strength pipes that connect to a diffuser. Note that aeration devices consume little energy and should operate only 4-8 hours a day (depending on the size of the pool).

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5. Metal containers as an inexpensive pool for a summer residence

Cargo containers and other large containers can easily serve you as a swimming pool for your garden or a children's pool on your property. The only problem with their use is that some metal containers are not protected from rust. To solve the problem, they are painted or covered with another waterproof finishing material. If you would not like to do this, then use galvanized tanks as a pool, which are not in danger of corrosion.

6. Simple ideas on how to make a swimming pool with your own hands (photo on the site)

Tarpaulin is another material that is widely used for creating simple DIY pools. All you need to do is make a reliable body from scrap materials and cover it with a tarpaulin. We invite you to look at the latest photos in this article and evaluate what a pool made of wooden pallets, haystacks or other materials looks like in a country house or garden.

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Inexpensive pool for a yard or cottage: 6 ideas + 40 photos updated: March 12, 2017 by: Margarita Glushko

A swimming pool located in the courtyard of a country house or cottage is associated with luxurious living. This is true, because construction work and materials require significant financial investments. What to do if there is a great desire to have a pool in the yard, but there is not enough money? In this case, having shown ingenuity and creativity, you can create a swimming place in the yard using scrap materials with your own hands.

Tire pool: advantages and disadvantages, characteristics

As a building material for constructing a pool, you can use an old tire from a tractor, combine or large truck.

Its width and diameter are quite suitable for these purposes. Finding this material will not be difficult if you go to car repair shops, where they will sell you an old tire for a small amount. With its help, you can build a compact pool without spending a lot of time and effort. You just have to wait until the concrete base for this container hardens. Using tires as a material for building a pool has its pros and cons. The positive points include the following:

• the width of the tire is convenient because you will not need to look for materials to build the walls of the pool;
• the round and solid shape of the tire is an almost ready-made container for water;
• a thick layer of rubber will reliably hold water;
• the tire is not afraid of temperature changes, so it will last for many years;
• A pool made of this material is easy to decorate. You can simply paint it in different colors, and it will be difficult to guess that this is an ordinary tractor tire.

The disadvantages of this material are:

• small size. This pool is not suitable for swimming or diving;
• due to the small diameter, which is slightly more than one and a half meters, more than two people cannot fit inside;

Carrying out material calculations for a tire structure

To create a pool from a tire, you need to choose a large model.

If you need a fairly large place for swimming, then the best option for this would be a tire from a Belaz truck.

The wheel diameter of this car ranges from 1620 to 3575 mm, and the tire width ranges from 498 to 1140 mm. The following table will help you choose the appropriate tire size.

To calculate the volume of the pool, you need to remember the school curriculum for the geometry course. To make these calculations, you need to use the appropriate formula: V=π·r 2 ·h, where V is the volume of a cylindrical pool; π – constant mathematical value equal to 3.14; r - radius of the circle (base of the figure); h is the height (in our case, width) of the tire. According to this formula, you need to know the radius of the circle. To do this, you need to divide the diameter value in half: 3.575:2 = 1.7875 mm.

We substitute the values, as a result of which we get the volume of the structure in cubic meters: 3.14 1.7875 2 1.140 = 11.4371 m 3, rounded to 11.438 m 3.

For the foundation of the future pool you will need sand and concrete. It is known that the sand cushion and concrete base will each have a thickness of 15 cm. This data is enough to calculate the volume of materials.

We make the calculation for sand: 3.14 3.1951 0.15 = 1.504 m 3. You will need a little more concrete mixture, since you need to add two more buckets for the bottom of the pool.

The finishing material is selected individually, taking into account the design decision for the design of the bathing area.

Required Tools

To install a tire pool, you will need the following tools:

1. A sharp, strong knife.
2. Shovel and bayonet.
3. Containers for sand, concrete mixture and water.
4. Concrete mixer.
5. Building level.
6. Yardstick.

Step-by-step instruction

The construction of a pool from a large tire is carried out in the following order:

1. Using a sharp, strong knife, you need to make a cut on one side. To get a smooth edge, you need to cut along the intended tread circles. You should not use a grinder for these actions, since when cutting, some of the material will turn into small crumbs that will stick to the tool.
2. Then you need to choose a flat piece of land and clear it. Fill in a layer of sand that needs to be compacted. In order for the sand to hold its shape and compress better, it needs to be moistened. The result should be a uniform layer 15 cm thick. Please note that the area with the sand cushion should be slightly larger than the diameter of the tire.
3. You need to pour a concrete mixture on top of the compacted surface to create a layer of 15 cm. Place a tire on it. Pour two buckets of concrete inside it.
4. All that remains is to decorate the pool and wait for the concrete to harden. To do this you need to wait about a week.
5. The side surface of the tire can be painted with different paints. If you show your imagination, you can hide the tread relief with decorative stones or plants.
6. After carrying out the above work, you can take water procedures.

DIY pool made from wooden pallets

Wooden pallets can be used as improvised material for making a pool. Due to their size and shape, they are convenient for building pool walls. The greater the number of pallets, the rounder the structure will be. Their optimal number is 9 pieces. In this case, a frame is made that will comfortably accommodate from 1 to 6 people.

A bathing area made from pallets has a number of advantages:

• the height of the sides of the pool allows it to be filled with a large volume of water;
• it is convenient to install a ladder and a slide to it;
• there is no need to dig a deep pit for the structure;
• if necessary, it can be easily dismantled and moved;
• wood is an environmentally friendly material;
• Replacing any section is not difficult, you just need to drain the water.

The disadvantages of using pallets for building a swimming pool include the following:

• a wooden structure requires mandatory reinforcement, which is used as a textile tightening belt or stops;
• the structure must be covered with finishing material;
• wood must be treated with antifungal impregnations;

Every time, before pouring water, it is necessary to tighten the belts and check the integrity of the structure.

Calculations during construction

To calculate the volume of a pool made of wooden pallets, you need to use the computational method of “truncating a square” and the formula: S=A 2 -a 2, where “A” is the side of the square into which the octagonal figure is inscribed, and “a” is side of the octagon. It follows from this that “a” will become the length of the side of the pallet, which is 1.2 m.

First you need to find the value of the capital letter “A” using the formula:

The value from the root is 1.41421356. Now, using this formula, we find the next value of the fraction, the result of which is the number 0.8485281. Then you need to substitute the results obtained into the formula to find the value “A” (the side of the square in which the octagon is inscribed): 1.2+2∙0.8485281=2.8970562 m.

Now you have all the necessary values ​​to calculate the volume of an octagonal pool. Another formula will help with this: V=S base ·h, where “h” is the height of the pool, equal to 0.9 m. As a result: V=6.95·0.9=6.255 m3

Required Tools

To build a pool from wooden pallets, you need the following tools:

1. Shovel and bayonet shovels.
2. Hammer.
3. Screwdriver.
4. Concrete mixing machine.
5. Jigsaw.
6. Sanding machine or sandpaper.
7. Yardstick.
8. Cord and stakes.
9. Large square.
10. Construction level and plumb line.
11. Pencil.
12. Pliers.
13. Plane.
14. Self-tapping screws and nails.

Step-by-step construction of a swimming pool from wooden pallets

To erect a pool structure from wooden pallets, the following construction work must be carried out:

1. Since the main material for construction is wood, it must be treated with special antifungal impregnations.
2. Wooden pallets measuring 120x90 cm were used as sections to create the octagonal structure.
3. Then, you need to dig a round hole with a diameter slightly wider than the future pool.
4. Level the bottom of the pit and fill it with gravel to create a uniform layer of at least 20 cm.
5. Inside the pit, assemble a frame of eight pallets. They must be mounted with a continuous surface inside the structure. Connect wooden elements using boards that should be attached along the side of the pool. Reinforce the joints of the structure with wooden blocks using self-tapping screws.
6. Cut holes in the frame to install the drainage system.
7. When the structure is assembled, it must be additionally secured with two tightening straps.
8. Install pipes for supplying and draining water into the prepared holes.
9. It is necessary to drive wooden wedges into the space between the sections of pallets and the wall of the pit. This will further strengthen the frame.
10. Fill the bottom of the pool with a 10 cm layer of concrete mixture, which will harden in 5–7 days.
11. When the pool is ready, start covering it with waterproofing material. Use PVC film as such.
12. Attach OSB boards to the front side of the frame. They will hide unsightly areas and connecting elements of the frame.
13. Decorate the pool to your liking. The fastest and most beautiful way is to cover the sides with rolls of reeds.

How to make a swimming pool using plastic bottles

Even plastic bottles are used to build a homemade pool. This polyethylene product has established itself as a practical and convenient building material. Layed on cement in several rows and filled with sand, they form a fairly strong wall.

Building a pool from this available material has its advantages, expressed in the following:

• plastic bottles are widely used in everyday life, so purchasing them is not difficult;
• the material is low cost;
• plastic is not susceptible to moisture, therefore it is a waterproofing material;
• a pool using plastic will last a very long time;
• the material allows you to build a pool of any shape.

The disadvantage of this material is the following:

• During laying, a large amount of sand is needed to fill each bottle, and concrete mixture for vertical and horizontal joints.

Material calculation

Polyethylene bottles are a convenient building material. They can be used to build structures of various shapes and heights. To determine how many bottles are needed to build a pool with parameters of 4000x2000x1500 mm, you need to know the parameters of one bottle. This material is made in various sizes, but a regular 1.5 liter bottle measures 345x85 mm.

Since the bottles will be laid on their sides so that the neck is directed inward, it is necessary to divide the total length of the future pool by the width of the bottle: 4000:85 = 47 pieces, necessary for one row. Now you need to calculate how many bottles are needed for the width: 2000:85 = 23.5 pcs. Next, you need to double the obtained values, the pool will be rectangular in shape: (47 + 23.5) 2 = 141 bottles. This is the amount of material needed for the perimeter of the first row.

The height of the pool is 1500 mm, so you can calculate the number of rows: 1500:85=17.6. A total of 17.6 rows of bottles are needed to build the sides of the swimming area. Now you need to calculate how much material is needed to build the entire pool. To do this, multiply the number of bottles in the first stack by the total value of the rows: 141·17.6 = 2481.6 - round up to 245 bottles.

This method of building a pool involves filling each bottle with sand. Therefore, it will not be difficult to calculate the total volume of sand required to fill a one and a half liter container. You need to multiply the total number of bottles by one and a half: 2481.6·1.5=3722 kg of sand.

In addition, sand is needed to create a 15 cm thick layer under the concrete base. We calculate the total volume of bulk material. To do this, you need to multiply the width, length and height of the sand cushion: 4 2 0.15 = 1.2 m 3 or 120 kg. Now you need to add up all the indicators for sand: 3722 + 120 = 3842 kg of sand.

The concrete base will have a thickness of 15 cm and will repeat the parameters of compacted sand. Therefore, its total volume is 120 kg.

List of tools

To create a pool from scrap materials you will need the following tools:

1. Scoop and bayonet shovels (for a large pool - a mini-excavator).
2. Screwdriver.
3. Concrete mixing machine.
4. Containers for garbage, water and concrete mixture.
5. Yardstick.
6. Cord and stakes.
7. Large square.
8. Construction level and plumb line.
9. Pencil.
10. Self-tapping screws and nails.

Step-by-step instructions for construction

The design of a pool made of plastic bottles involves the following construction steps:

1. First of all, you need to choose a flat piece of land and clear it. It is best to install a slab foundation for this pool.
2. Dig a pit measuring 400x200 cm, 15 cm deep.
3. Level and compact the bottom of the hole. Pour wet sand on top, distribute it evenly over the entire surface and compress until a layer of 15 cm is obtained. Additionally, the bottom can be covered with a layer of gravel.
4. Make formwork for pouring concrete from wooden boards 20–25 cm wide. To prevent the wooden frame from falling apart under the pressure of the mixture, wedges must be driven into the ground on its outer side.
5. From reinforcing bars with a diameter of 8 mm, make a lattice that will strengthen the concrete base. Secure the intersections of the reinforcement with wire. The grid cells should have a size of 10x10 cm and an area of ​​8 m2.
6. This metal frame must be laid on the bottom so that it does not touch the sand. To do this, in a checkerboard pattern, you need to install a small hill of halves of bricks.
7. Install a reinforcement cage on top.
8. Do not forget about connecting pipes and other communications.
9. Pour the concrete, leveling it with a rule or a long, flat board.
10. Leave the base for the concrete to harden. The mixture will harden in about 6-8 days.
11. Now you can move on to building the walls of the pool from plastic bottles.
12. First you need to mark the shape of the future pool.
13. Fill each plastic container with sand and close with a lid.
14. Apply a strip of cement equal in width to the length of the bottle.
15. Make a frame from metal rods with a diameter of 0.3 mm. It is necessary as a connecting link between rows of bottles. The length and width of the frame must correspond to the dimensions of the wall strip.
16. Place bottles filled with sand on the cement, close to each other. Fill the gaps between them with the mixture. When the first row of bottles is laid, they need to be filled with cement on top and a metal frame laid.
17. Remove the formwork from the boards.
18. Similarly, lay PET bottles to the desired height.
19. Wait until the concrete hardens.
20. When the walls are ready, they need to be plastered.
21. To create a reliable waterproofing layer, the inner surface of the pool can be covered with bitumen.
22. When everything is ready, you can begin finishing work. To do this, you need a PVC film, which is designed to cover the inside of the pool. Excess fragments of the film must be cut off, and the joints must be welded and treated with sealant.
23. Decorate the area around the pool.

It's summer, which means it's time to swim. And it’s very disappointing when it’s not very close to the reservoir. Therefore, it is not surprising that many owners of country houses have the idea of ​​​​building a swimming pool in the garden with their own hands.

Don't think this is an impossible task. If you have a great desire, some experience in construction and the necessary tools, then it is not so difficult. Well, to make your work easier, we have prepared recommendations on how to make a pool with your own hands at the dacha.

Choosing a location for a pool and its size

To make it easier for you to decide on a place for a swimming pool, we offer a list of factors that must be taken into account:

• Water supply and drainage. By installing a pool near the house, for example, at the back, you will achieve several goals: simplify the water supply process, speed up maintenance and care of the pool. It will also be convenient if the recreation area is in one place.
• The soil. If possible, choose clay soil for construction. This way, you will avoid additional problems with waterproofing, because clay does not allow water to pass through. Well, how much easier is it to dig a pit for a country pool in clay soil than in rocky soil, for example.
• Wind. If you do not have the financial and technical ability to build a canopy over the pool, then you will need to take into account the direction of the wind. The wind will bring garbage into the pool in any case, so it needs to be easier to catch. Determine such a place and install a pipe there to drain the water. Then the excess debris will go away along with the water.
• Groundwater. Experts' recommendations are to build a pool in a place where groundwater does not approach the ground closer than half a meter.
• Vegetation. The wind will already bring you a lot of trouble, so don’t add it to yourself with additional leaves from nearby bushes and trees. Also, additional difficulties will be caused by the roots of large trees, which can damage the integrity of the building.

Of course, in your yard you are the owner. But in such a labor-intensive task as building a swimming pool, it is better to follow the recommendations of specialists.

But as for length and width, there are no requirements. Only your desire and possibilities. But the depth should be considered very carefully: if you have children, then do not make the pool deeper than 1-2 meters; if you plan to jump from a tower, for example from a three-meter tower, then the depth should not be less than three meters.

Decorative pool - varieties of shapes and materials for construction

Swimming pools with unusual shapes look quite unusual. Of course, they require additional care, and they are more difficult to design, but how much more interesting they look than the usual rectangles, squares, ovals and circles.

When designing the shape of the pool, show your imagination! Move away from the generally accepted forms!

Those who love something special will be interested in how to make a mini pool in the country with their own hands. Let's discuss what scrap materials you can use to build something like a swimming pool in your yard:

• Tire mini-pool. First, we look for a tire of the size we need. Tires from a combine or tractor have a suitable diameter. Trim one side panel to the treads, leaving the sides. The place for such a font should be level, clean, and not much larger than a tire. Fill the sand bed and pour concrete to 15 cm. Install the tire. You can decorate it with brick or stone. Use after complete hardening.
• Mini-pool from the bathtub. A cast iron bathtub that has served you for many years can be turned into a mini pool for your dacha. If you choose a place in the shade, the bath and the water in it will not heat up so much. Although, considering the size, only children can splash in it, it is better if the water is always warm. You need to dig a pit under the bathtub and fill it with sand. Place the bathtub into the bowl and pour sand into the gaps, compacting it thoroughly.
• Gabion mesh products. Although gabions are used as fortifications to protect banks from erosion, resourceful owners also use these structures to build swimming pools. First you need, as in the previous options, to prepare the area for the pool. We lay gabion mesh and film on the concrete base to protect it from moisture.
• Containers. Not the most aesthetic option, but still interesting. A garbage, construction or shipping container can be turned into a hot tub simply by treating it with an anti-corrosion compound. Also check the container for integrity. Bury it to the required depth, and refine the sides.

Of course, you can simplify your task and buy a ready-made container for the pool. The frame metal structure is sold with a ladder, pump and cleaning system. Collect it, fill it with water and use it during the warm season. A plastic pool can also be ordered ready-made. It is not correct to say that this is a completely simple option - after all, a polypropylene pool also requires pouring concrete, but the polymer guarantees the highest quality waterproofing. You can also use a polymer bowl only during the season.

Stationary pool - stages of work

As for permanent pools, the rest of the article will be devoted to this. These are the kind of pools that can be considered real.

Stationary pool

There are several stages in the construction of a stationary concrete pool. Let's start, of course, with the preparatory work. Moreover, they will be needed much more than for the construction of the fonts described above.

Preparatory work

It is necessary to mark the territory of the summer cottage. Mark the required dimensions of the pool on the ground using pegs and rope or draw. Most likely, many will call digging a foundation pit the most labor-intensive process in construction. Ground work for the construction of a very large swimming pool will not be possible without special equipment. Add 50 cm on each side of the future pool when you dig. This is additional space for a sand bed and concrete.

Dig the walls and bottom with a slight slope. This way the structure will be more reliable, and the drainage system will work without problems.

Now we are preparing everything for concrete pouring

Compact the bottom and walls of the pit, add 30 cm of sand and lay waterproofing. The most inexpensive water insulators can be considered roofing felt and bitumen mass. Moreover, these materials have earned good reviews. Lay the roofing material in a layer over the entire bowl and three or four layers of bitumen on top.

Time to install the drain

Install the formwork and begin concrete work. Use high grade cement for work. Remove the formwork after the concrete has hardened. Apply the solution in a thick layer and be sure to reinforce it with mesh so that the pressure does not deform the walls. Reinforce the joints with wire. Now rub the entire surface with a solution of cement and water to prevent the appearance of microcracks. Before you begin finishing the pool, apply waterproofing using PVC film, roofing felt or a special impregnating compound. By the way, a stationary pool that has lost its seal due to a crack can only be saved.

Now let's start finishing the pool

For this you can use:

• Ceramic tile. It does not deteriorate from being in water for a long time and is easy to wash. When laying, take into account the water pressure under which the coating will constantly be located. If you forget to leave a small gap between the tiles, the pressure will cause the tiles to crack over time. The grout should be elastic.
• PVC material. It is available in a wide range of colors, and thanks to its strength, a film pool becomes the most used and reliable. The airliner will last about seven years. The film is easy to clean and does not react with pool care chemicals.
• Marble. It is rarely used due to its high cost, but it certainly looks very rich.
• Glass mosaic. With its help you can create all kinds of patterns and ornaments. You can cover any corner with such fine material.

Laying mosaics (video)

Pool equipment

Install ladders, nozzles, flashlights, heater. An important additional equipment is a water purification filter. The filtration system prevents the appearance of unpleasant odors and the slippery deposits typical of swimming pools. A pump with a filter is installed next to the pool, and water is supplied by two pipes - for collecting and draining water. The water in the pool will be in constant circulation.

Pool equipment system

An additional cleaner, but not the main one, is chlorine, bromine, and perhydrol. Although for the health and long service life of the structure, professionals recommend using a chemical, mechanical and electrophysical method of water purification in combination. You can, of course, periodically pump out all the water and replace it with new one, but how long will it take to heat up?

And speaking of heating, a comfortable temperature can be maintained even in not very favorable weather. The following will help with this: heat exchanger - hot water runs through pipes laid along the walls; solar installation – water heaters based on solar energy; special coating - a polymer material that allows the sun to pass through, but does not release heat; boilers - you can heat water in them and pour it into the pool, or you can arrange a direct-flow system.

Consider the arrangement of the area around the pool. Use floor ceramics with an anti-slip effect.

Step-by-step instructions for building a pool (video)

What other materials can you use to build your own swimming pool?

No less common is a pool made of concrete blocks. This is a convenient and reliable way of construction. The blocks can withstand severe pressure and reduce construction time. Although the construction of such a pool also begins with a foundation pit and ends with finishing, time and money are significantly saved on the use of formwork and expensive technologies.

Today you can also often find home ponds built from polystyrene foam blocks. For a large pool, choose large blocks. First, the foundation is poured. Blocks are installed on the dried concrete, interconnected by grooves. The solution is poured into the finished walls, leaving space for all additional elements of the system. Choose a cladding method.

Expanded polystyrene blocks in pool construction

The fastest and cheapest way to build a pool is an in-ground pool. Remove roots and stones from the pit, compact it, and fill it with sand. Use mineral wool or roofing felt as insulation. Lay out the geosubstrate and film. Simply dig the edges of the film into the ground and secure it with a stone edging.

Pool using film

As you can see, it is not so difficult to build a pool yourself. Moreover, the time and effort spent are worth it - this will be the most popular place in your yard.