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All about Infinity Pools
What is it that makes your home sit notches above the regular neighborhood homes? What is it that can cause a stir among your social group? What is it that is the ideal retreat after a sultry long summer day? Definitely the answer to these questions is a swimming pool. It becomes even better if you plan to get an infinity pool. Getting an infinity pool adds an entirely different look to your backyard. Although it takes a lot of effort to get your landscape done up to accommodate an infinity pool, after the project is done, it’s totally worth it.
Infinity pool – What is it?
Infinity pools are pools where the water seems to be falling off like a sheet, just like natural waterfalls. They are also known as zero-edge pools, vanishing edge pools, and disappearing edge pools. The beauty of infinity pools is the fact that they look so good that they can give even a modest space a total face-lift Most world class hotels and spas are opting for this type of pools. Origination of such pools can be traced back to Paris. The mechanism behind these pools is such that although the cost of these pools is a bit more people seem to preferring it a lot.
How does it work?
An infinity pool might look like the water is falling off an invisible edge, but you won’t be able to listen to the sound of the falling water. This is so because the water in reality does not fall anywhere. The water which spills out is collected in a basin, also called a catch pool. This basin or catch pool is located a few feet below the edge of the pool so that it is not view.
The water collected here is then recycled and sent back into the pool. The mechanism behind this has to be solid and reliable to make the pool functional. The water level is always to be maintained at the calculated capacity and the construction support of the infinity pool has to be strong as well. Finally the construction of the edges need to flawless.
Highlights of infinity pools
The main USP of infinity pools is no doubt the stunning looks. The concept of introducing swimming pools to enhance the ambiance of a place has got a whole new meaning with the advent of these zero edge pools. They look great and are the best option if your home is surrounded by great scenic views. It is not a run of mill, kidney-bean shaped pool placed right in the middle of the backyard. Infinity pools combine style, status, and modernity to be irresistible to all the people planning to get a pool for their homes.
