Pool Types
Skimmer Pools
The classic, cost-efficient pool format that draws surface water through wall-mounted skimmer boxes.
Skimmer pools are the most common and typically the most economical pool configuration. Surface water is drawn through one or more skimmer boxes mounted in the pool wall just below the waterline, filtered, and returned. Water level sits a few inches below the coping rather than flush with the deck.
Main Features
- Wall-mounted skimmer box filtration intake
- Lower construction cost and complexity than overflow/infinity systems
- Wide flexibility in shape, size and finish
- Proven, low-maintenance circulation approach
Ideal Use
Most residential backyards, and any project where budget and simplicity are priorities.
Design Considerations
- Skimmer placement should account for prevailing wind and debris patterns
- Coping height and deck slope should direct splash-out water back toward the pool
Maintenance Considerations
- Skimmer baskets should be emptied regularly
- Waterline tile should be cleaned to prevent scum buildup
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