Year-round swimming pool with a retractable roof

Across the world, the weather is growing unkind and unfriendly due to the effects of global warming and most places have hot and humid weather that makes living quite uncomfortable and stressful.  Taking a dip in the sparkling blue waters of the swimming pool allows the body to refresh and rejuvenate by shedding all fatigue and this is a great attraction for all. Anyone who spends a grueling day at work in the torrid environment would desperately long for a splash in the swimming pool and have a refreshing experience that helps to overcome stress and encourages them to start afresh with renewed vigor.  Moreover, spending time at the swimming pool with family and friends is fun-filled besides the health benefits of swimming. It has led to the rising demand for installing swimming pools at homes which have now become quite affordable.

Most swimming pools are outdoor that is undoubtedly a drawback as it prevents year-round use of the facility. Adverse weather conditions like rainy and winter seasons prevent people from using the pool, and if the bad weather continues for a prolonged period, it is highly disappointing for pool users. It is also bad for pool operators who must accept the losses arising from lower pool usage. To make swimming pools accessible round the year, creating an indoor pool is often a viable option. But indoor pools lack the appeal of an outdoor setting that denies users from enjoying their time at the pool under the sun or relaxing in a natural environment like on summer holidays. Outdoor pools offer a great therapeutic experience that is completely absent in indoor swimming pools.

Add versatility to swimming pools

To strike a balance between the two and ensure that swimming pools remain usable throughout the year with enough flexibility, retractable roof swimming pools are the appropriate solutions. By installing a retractable cover of the swimming pool, it is possible to control the environment in the way you want with a full or partial covering of the roof.  The adjustable and movable roof makes swimming pools more versatile for users and is more attractive as you can use the swimming pool in a whole new way without caring about the weather or the time of the year. During summer you can use the pool by leaving the roof open to enjoy swimming under the open sky. Conversely, you keep up with your habit of hitting the pool every day even when the weather is cold or rainy and soak in the warm pool water as the pool roof provides the necessary protection.

Best of both worlds

Installing a retractable pool roof or retractable pool enclosure is like getting the best of both worlds while having complete control over the situation. Both outdoor and indoor pools have advantages and disadvantages but to create a swimming pool that incorporates the good things of both types, the idea of installing a retractable cover for swimming pools is just unbeatable.  When the roof is in place, the pool remains completely covered especially during bad weather and prevents the pool from getting dirty. Maintaining an outdoor pool is quite problematic as it gets dirty with tree leaves, debris and other garbage that falls on it but with a retractable pool roof, the pool remains enclosed and free from external influences which keeps it clean without much maintenance.

Maintain the perfect conditions

When you visit an enclosed swimming pool with a retractable roof, you enjoy the ideal swimming conditions regardless of how bad the outside weather is. You can enjoy swimming in peak summers under the sun without feeling scorched under direct sunlight as the pool cover regulates the entry of the sun and creates a sunlit environment without sunburns. By controlling the water temperature, you create the most relaxing conditions for swimming that is more comfortable when spending time at the pool. It is a marvelous experience to enjoy summer like comfort in the warm waters of the swimming pool when it is snowing outside.

Improved indoor air quality

Swimming pools with pool retractable roof are convertible pools that you can design for year-round use. You can either convert it into an indoor swimming pool by pulling the cover or remove the cover to create an outdoor pool as and when required. When using it as an indoor facility, you can maintain the ideal temperature inside while ensuring an improved air quality that is much healthy than the natural environment outside.  By keeping the roof open along with the windows and doors on the walls, it creates a chimney effect as the air loaded with chemicals moves upwards and escapes into the atmosphere while fresh air replaces it. Overall, the inside environment is more pleasant and healthy that encourages pool users to spend more time at the pool or on the poolside.

Sustainability and energy efficiency

By keeping the roof open in the day time, you allow natural light and fresh air to come inside that reduces the use of artificial lighting systems which in turn reduces energy consumption.  When the roof is open, it is not necessary to run the dehumidification system which again saves energy and cost.  In winter, when the roof remains closed, space continues to accumulate daylight solar gain while there are minimal condensation and heat transfer due to the thermally broken aluminum frames used for creating the structure of the enclosure. As a result, the pool running cost reduces by almost 27% as revealed in studies.

Least maintenance

Covered swimming pools require the least maintenance if made from aluminum frames and structures that unlike steel are corrosion resistant.  Lower maintenance not only saves cost but also ensures that there is no pool downtime. It is a great advantage for commercial pool operators. Use of advanced technology in the construction and painting of the structures ensure that these can withstand rusting and corrosion effectively thereby providing more durability.

Installing environment-friendly retractable roofing systems for swimming pools create a unique experience for pool users besides adding value to commercial endeavors.