Feeling Blue

Whoever said 'feeling blue' was a bad thing certainly didn't know much about fiberglass pool trends.

Fiberglass and concrete pools, up until the mid-2000s, was rather dull.  Without much advancement, you'd most likely find all pools built utilizing one shade of blue for its surface.  Like most things in our world today, technological advancements have provided a spin on tradition.  The move to darker shades of blue has become the preference for many new pool buyers.   

With the introduction of colored finishes to the fiberglass pool market, many pool shoppers consider a strong blueish tint to the water as a number one priority.  Blue is a color that represents peace, tranquility, and calmness.  Many pool enthusiasts have found that while their pools are great for recreation, they serve a dual purpose.  Providing a platform that reduces stress, lowers aggression, high blood pressure, and heart rates, their pool is a health promoter.

The only struggle with going blue is that there are many blue hues to choose from, and choosing one will dictate the feel and personality of your outdoor space.  If you're interested in the lighter blues, they often boast a Caribbean like appearance. Bright and crystal blue.  Something to contemplate in your decision making is, these lighter blues tend to show dirt, sand, and debris and reflect the sun's heat instead of absorbing it.  The darker, more popular blue, provides a mirror effect and mimics the look of an ocean.  A dark color gives the perception that the pool is deeper than it actually is, so that's something to consider in your decision process. Unlike lighter hues dark blue, absorbs the sun's heat and increases the water temperature accordingly.  The warmer water temp can become a breeding ground for algae, so more TLC is required than its lighter blue cousins.

Whichever your personal choice in fiberglass pool colors, feeling any shade of blue is welcomed and encouraged.