If you are thinking about having an in-ground swimming pool built in your Central Florida backyard and have young children, consider these safety features.

Safe Pool Features

A Beach Entry

A beach entry allows children to enter the swimming pool gradually. There is not need to worry about stepping or jumping off a ledge into water that is over their heads. It also offers them a place to play without going too deep.

Texture of the Surface

Concrete treated with decorative sealer or color hardener can be slick and slippery when wet. The surface texture of the swimming pool’s perimeter should be an integral part of planning to prevent falls. There are many ways to increase the traction and add to the decorative appearance. Such as the addition of clear plastic grit into the sealer, textured overlay or an exposed aggregate finish.

A Shallow End

Here in Florida, swimming pools are typically six feet deep. Which  is pretty deep for young children still learning to swim. A shallow end, two to three feet deep, is a good option.

Clear vision of the swimming pool 

If you have small children or pets, designing a swimming pool so that the adults can have a clear vision from inside the house. Positioning the pool with a clear sight line is a common safety practice. It also makes for a beautiful view from within the home.

Taking the necessary precautions will help keep your family safe.

The best line of defense is a barrier or fence that surrounds the pool. It should have self latching gates, above the reach of children, non-climbable, and at least four feet tall. The barrier should also be free from footholds or handholds, so children and pets won’t be able to climb over it. Another effective swimming pool barrier is a safety cover. The experienced team at Dreamscapes Pools and Spas can help determine which swimming pool fencing and/or pool cover is right for your situation.