So you need a poolside shed. The first thing you need to consider is what you're going to use it for.
Is it going to be used strictly to keep pool equipment
like pumps, filters, and heaters out of sight? Or are you looking for a
dual use pool shed, somewhere to keep the equipment out of sight as well
as provide a convenient place for you and your guests to change?
Perhaps you want two pool sheds - one for storing the equipment, and one
for poolside entertaining. If you select the right sized pool shed, you
don't necessarily need two sheds. You can partition the space and seal
off the equipment from the other space. When it's finished inside you
wouldn't even know the equipment is there.
For existing pools this
really is going to depend on the pool layout and where the equipment is
located. If it's located on one side, but you really were envisioning
the shed being on the other, then you can use two sheds. One a small
inexpensive pool shed for the gear - another larger and more elaborate
for all the fun stuff.
For information, pricing and to customize your pool shed online, visit Summerwood.com.
Pool Shed Foundations
Unlike typical garden sheds or storage sheds, a pool shed will likely require a concrete foundation. Moisture is the biggest reason for this - inside and out. Making sure you're not going to have to worry about mold, and rot is important for obvious reasons. If you're having a pool installed - this is the best, and least expensive time to do this. We'd also suggest that you consider radiant floor heating for your pool shed. Most pool sheds will use tile flooring, and as we all know, there's nothing more uncomfortable then stepping onto ice cold tile floors. It's easy to install at the time of foundation pouring, and trust us, you'll love it. The pool builder and shed provider will work together and take care of it, or if you're going to be hiring a contractor to build your pool shed, they can take care of it.
Pool Sheds & Plumbing, Electrical & Natural Gas
Your going to be needing electrical and plumbing for the pool equipment anyways, so take advantage of this and options such as wet bars, bathrooms, indoor and outdoor showers, funky lighting, and create a more inviting comfortable outdoor living space. If you're going to be creating an outdoor kitchen in your pool shed, you'll want to consider running a natural gas line as well - makes grilling a lot easier when you don't need to worry about running out of propane, plus you don't need to lug around tanks. This is also much easier to deal with when the pool is going in, versus later on - so give it some thought during the design stage. Another popular trend these days is installing an outdoor heating such as a fireplace or fire pit using natural gas. There are some really cool devices on the market these days, and helps extend your poolside use when the temperature starts dropping.
Pool Shed Styles & Highlights
Unlike your traditional shed, a pool shed is all about fun! Design it with this in mind and you're going to get far more enjoyment out of it. Cool design features such as functioning bathrooms, outdoor showers, and wet bars will provide a poolside destination as well as somewhere for the utilitarian items that pool ownership demands.
One of the most popular design features is incorporating a bar and entertainment area. Many customers are installing plumbing and electrical to create a complete working kitchen. Just imagine a beautiful summer night, friends all gathered around the patio sets, music on, drinks being enjoyed, and being able to cook everyone dinner, poolside. No kitchen banishment required! It's a fantastic way to bring the inside out and get more living out of your backyard.
Options like insulation, bar windows, partition walls, French doors, large functioning windows, make this possible. New creative pool shed styles incorporate these design details and make it easy for you to get all this and more.
Here are some photos of pool sheds, from basic utilitarian sheds, to more complex outdoor living and entertaining pool sheds, to give you a better idea on your options.
For information, pricing and to customize your pool shed online, visit Summerwood.com.
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