Inflatable pools: types, advantages and disadvantages, how to choose

Inflatable swimming pool - PVC product consisting of the bottom wall and the top ring. By means of a pump into the hollow part of the tank is pumped into the air. Pressurized pool straightens, becomes elastic and takes the necessary configuration.

Apparatus and Materials

For the manufacture of inflatable pools used polyvinyl chloride (PVC), packed in 3 or more layers. For models designed for adults, to increase the strength of the applied polyester mesh.

Materials that are involved in the production of inflatable products, pass obligatory check for compliance with quality standards and indicators of ecological purity.

For children's models are used:

• PVC;
• synthetic rubber;
• polyester;
• nylon.

Due to this structure slides withstand high physical pressure, maintain elasticity, do not stretch or warp.

Types and characteristics of inflatable pools

Inflatable pools are classified according to several parameters.

construction depth:

• up to 17 cm (mini) - for kids from 1.5 years;
• up to 50 cm (so-called "Frogs") - 3 years;
• 70 cm - up to 7 years;
• up to 170 cm (high side) - for children under 12 years of age, adolescents, adults;
• more than 170 cm (family) - for older children and adults.

For filling the air:

• inflatable. Pools made up of a plurality of hollow-wall ring, in which the air is evenly distributed.
• Cast. In these models provide only one ring of air above the structure. As the water fill it up and supports the vessel wall. Neither the bottom or side of such pools are not filled with air.

By design:

• inflatable;
• inflatable ring;
• inflatable bottom;
• inflatable dome / awning / canopy;
• without a roof;
• with stairs;
• with a slide (children and adolescents);
• game set with the spray-shower and a slide (for children from 1 year);
• with extra seats and inflatable toys;
• inflatable pool-arena;
• house;
• non-default configuration;
• Jacuzzi (SPA-pools / with air-massage).

In form:

• Round and oval. In demand because of the ease of installation and uniform distribution of water in the bowl. It does not occupy as much space as a rectangular or custom with the same declared area.
• Square and rectangular. Require more space, as well as non-standard swimming pools.

By volume:

When choosing containers are taken into account the needs and possibilities of small family members (if you have children). It is important that they feel comfortable to climb / crawl out of the bowl, play inside and not in danger of drowning, accidentally slipped.

• Min - 45 L, based on 1 child.
• Average - from 2000 liters to 10,000 liters, designed for 3-7 people.
• Maximum - 10 000 liters, is based on the company of 5 or more people.

Special versions:

• Inflatable swimming pool aeromassazhem / hydromassage (Jacuzzi). Recommended for physical and emotional relaxation, improve circulation and relax the body.
• Inflatable SPA-pools - autonomous systems with continuous filtration of water, do not require replacement. As used in their manufacture of composite fiber material is processed by a special technology.

He is able to withstand the weight of 1-4 people, sitting on the edge.

Equipment

The kit to inflatable articles necessarily includes a pump and a filter for water circulation and cleaning.

Optional accessories:

• awning;
• water cleaner;
• Facilities for maintenance (net, a brush, a nozzle cleaner et al.);
• hlorgenerator;
• stairs;
• water heater;
• slide;
• game elements;
• shelter from the sun and rain;
• Kit;
• litter at the bottom.

Awning specially designed for pool size, it completely covers the top of the tank, thereby preventing the evaporation of water and ingestion of debris carried by the wind, dust and insects.

The protective coating does not transmit ultraviolet radiation, which upon prolonged exposure to have a negative impact on the material.

If the structure is mounted on a long time, it is necessary to install a canopy, which completely covers the pool or attached to its edges.

Also, it is useful to purchase a special litter at the bottom, which will extend the life of the pool. Equivalent replacement is considered camping mat or thick mat.

Pros and cons of inflatable pools

If the pool is designed for young children who still can not swim or poorly kept on the water, it is necessary to take care of purchasing vests, sleeves, swimming laps or inflatable mattresses.

You can not leave a child in the pool without supervision. It is strongly not recommended to pump the product in excess of the shell in order to avoid damage or rupture.

Benefits

Inflatable pools compares favorably among other types of swimming pools:

• acceptable price;
• wide variability;
• ease of installation, assembly and storage.
• mobility (easy to carry / dragged a short distance);
• flexibility (do not require pre-treatment space);
• ease of care (easily cleaned and cleared of spots);
• durable reliable material;
• excellent technical characteristics.

Available in models that can easily fit in the room. It is important to pre-calculate the space that is left free space around the structure.

Used for manufacturing inflatable pools PVC has good strength, wear resistance and elasticity.

Is immune to the effects of external factors (wind, sun, rain). In models with slide inflatable bed is always made that children are not traumatized during the descent into the water.

disadvantages

• Inflatable pools are not as durable as other types of artificial ponds, so the average life of such products from polvinilhlorida 2-3 season.
• Relatively shallow depth. This is due to the fact that the structure does not support columns and frame.
• Undesirably long time to expose the product to heat and sunlight. This affects the strength and elasticity of the material.

• Manufacturers claim that the product is resistant to all kinds of weather factors, but PVC poorly tolerate sudden temperature jump. Therefore, it is not necessary to cool the day to heat the water in the pool.
• The models for children up to 6 years of weak point is the bowl. It is susceptible to damage.
• The water in the tank to be completely replaced every 4 days. If this is not possible, care should be taken that it does not blossom, and the walls are not covered with bloom.

For this purpose, chemical compounds. It is important to make sure that family members are not allergic to the drugs used.

• Only a certain type of pump is suitable for each of the inflatable pool. Issued pressure must not exceed the permissible limits for a particular model, which is necessarily written in the instructions for use.
• In some cases there is partial and insignificant loss of color saturation of the product. This is due to exposure to bright sunlight.
• Swimming pool with a height of 100 cm above the bead must complement staircase. In some models, it is a standard set for inflatable articles, in others - sold separately.
• After a while, the inflatable pools are wiped wall, increases the risk of micro-cracks in the material.

How to choose an inflatable swimming pool

Before you proceed to the choice of model, it is necessary to determine where you plan to install and how many people it is designed bathing.

In selecting the site is taken into account:

• distance to the power outlet of the pump;
• the distance to the water which will be poured into the cup;
• bowl volume rate of 2 sq. m per adult human;
• space around the structure;
• which will drain water from the swimming pool.

If the service is planned to use the pool chemicals, water from it is not suitable for watering flower beds, trees and flower beds.

What else should pay attention:

• What better bottom - just a thin film or a ribbed inflatable cushion on which the legs are not so slip.
• Are the seams on the product act, whether you or your children for them to scratch.
• If the pool is selected for children who are sometimes difficult to get on a hot day in the water, it is better to stay on the model with an awning.
• Pool must necessarily be equipped with a valve for water. This is in order to not have to constantly worry about replenishing the evaporating liquid and drain it.
• Bumpers should be strong and tough. Otherwise, under the weight of even a small child, they can add up.

Exploitation

Each product includes detailed instructions for installation and use.

To use an inflatable pool is required to make only 3 steps:

• choose a location;
• air is pumped into the product;
• filling the tank with water.

Disinfection

Once you've just unpacked and inflated the pool or drained water from it:

• means decontamination to be treated material with inner and outer sides;
• rinse with running water;
• rub.

During operation, use special tools and pills to prevent development microbes, fungi and occurrence of odor of water "bloom" and other disease processes in inflators pools.

Water volume

Each model comes with an instruction that specifies the maximum amount of water. Most often, this figure does not exceed 80%. Completely fill the tank is not recommended for two reasons:

1. Material pools though sturdy, but is designed for a certain water pressure, which is not exceeded.
2. The sides of the bowl with complete filling will be wet and slippery, it is contraindicated for safety regulations.

Water heater

A necessary thing, if the pool is located outdoors. It is needed to heat the water inside the bowl in overcast conditions and maintain favorable conditions for swimming and playing.

Over time, the body gets used to being in the water and does not signal that it was cold.

For adults, the optimal temperature of the water is:

• for the purpose of finding a long relaxation - 26-28 ° C;
• for leisure activities - 22-24 ° C.

For children:

• inactive - 28-30 ° C;
• active - 26-28 ° C.

Pump

• The filter cartridge pump. It includes the supply and treatment of water from large debris. With the latest challenge to cope replaceable cartridge. Included inflatable swimming pools (not all models) or sold separately.
• Diatomaceous filter-pump. As the filter material used various polymeric sedimentary rocks and minerals, which are capable of providing within the bowl perfectly clean clear water.
• Sand filter pump. The mechanism of action is similar to a cartridge. The only difference is that the water passes through a tank filled with sand.

If the pool is set on the street, at the end of the swimming season is required:

• water pump;
• wash;
• wipe with a cloth;
• wait for the complete drying;
• to wrap up;
• leave in a dry ventilated area constantly.

Additional elements should be stored neatly folded. In the packaging material of the product should be added to the minimum number of bends.

Guarantee

Inflatable pools are subject to the guarantee for 1 year. Repair or replacement on the same model occurs in cases where proof of fault of the manufacturer or supplier.

For this defective pool will certainly put to the test customer service. If it is established buyer of wine, the product is returned to the owner.

The basic principles that should be followed during the warranty period and after it (if you want the product has served more than one year):

• comply with the rules of operation;
• take care when transporting / carrying;
• Only store in a suitable place;
• not cut / puncture / pierce;
• Do not incinerate;
• do not let the cats, dogs, hamsters, birds and other animals to play inside the structure.

Faults and repairs

If the pool has burst

Repair kits are purchased in specialty stores that sell inflatable boat or pools. Super-glue "moment" do not fit.

They only harm the material and increase the damaged area.

Procedure for the puncture or rupture:

• detect the cause of the venting;
• drain the pool;
• spoiled parcel carefully wiped dry, if required, degrease;
• when the desired position cleaned and dried, a layer of adhesive;
• patch is placed on top of a suitable size, which is pressed by a load of a flat, level surface;
• pool is left in this position for 12-15 hours.

If a leak can not be detected visually, should focus on air bubbles - they will point, where there was a puncture (if the damage is formed in the underwater part of the vessel).

If air leakage occurs outside or above the water level, you will find it will be more difficult. You can hold your hand in the supposed site of rupture, while pressing on the ring. Where goes the air, feel the trickle of air.

If the material is brittle and can break the threat of further use water better. Soaking a suspicious site, lightly press on it. If there was a bubble - a place defined correctly.

Manufacturers of inflatable pools

Bestway

Buyers access to a wide range of quality products of various shapes, sizes and colors at affordable prices.

In the manufacture of products under the Bestway brand uses only eco-friendly and harmless to the human body high quality materials.

Intex

Popular American brand has established itself as a manufacturer of high-end product, which is available at the cost of a wide range of consumers.

Features inflatable swimming pools Intex:

• reliability;
• durability;
• security;
• environmentally friendly materials;
• attractive design.

All products of the company are an indispensable check on compliance with established standards.

Jacuzzi

The American company is different among manufacturers of inflatable products and products for home and leisure elegance, uniqueness and exclusivity of its models. Main specialization - bath and spa pools.

Jilong

The Shanghai company is an exporter in over 50 countries in Europe, the Middle abroad and Central Asia.

Each piece stands out Jilong:

• quality;
• price range;
• the constant expansion of the range;
• special manufacturing technology.

Little Tikes

The brand belongs to the American company that manufactures toys and inflatable mini-centers with swimming pools for children of different age categories.

Manufacturing of production takes place according to a special technology. Thanks to her, the product obtained:

• quality;
• wear-resistant;
• safe;
• multi-functional;
• interesting for children.

Each model Little Tikes is designed to develop a child's imagination and did not give him a miss.

Mondo

for the production of sports equipment name of the Italian company known worldwide. The company has for many years cooperated with the football team of the country and the Olympic Games.

Goods provided by Mondo, characterized by:

• high quality;
• strength materials;
• original design;
• attractive appearance;
• wear resistance;
• security;
• reliability.

All products are certified for quality.

Romana

Russian brand of CJSC "Z & SO" - leader in the production of children's sports equipment and systems for home, kindergartens, schools, sports grounds in the country. Each product goes through a mandatory check for compliance with international standards.

Production of the plant:

• certified;
• protected against forgery;
• It differs from similar models with specially developed patented mechanism;
• Each unit has a name identification and detailed instructions for assembly and use.