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What distinguishes a wooden pool from Karibu?
A separate Pool or Swimming pool in the garden is a dream for many. Particularly attractive and durable are the Wooden pools of Karibu . This Pools have robust outer walls made of Nordic spruce wood and are available as Above-ground pools designed. The 38-millimetre-thick planks can be easily plugged together during assembly to form stable side walls. Inside, the Garden pool lined with a 0.6 millimeter thick pool liner, which provides excellent sealing.
With Karibu you can choose from different shapes and sizes. All models have a water height of 1.11 meters, so they are suitable for both splashing and swimming. The high-quality Wooden pools are considered as DIY Kits including filter system, wide-mouth skimmer, pool liner and boarding ladder. With the illustrated instructions, the Pool quickly set up - and the bathing fun can begin!
From planning to decision – the right way to your swimming pool
Before you start your Pool for the garden , think carefully about where it should be placed. Choose a location that protects your privacy, for example in a less visible part of the garden. The Pool should be set up free-standing and not serve as a support for a slope or be filled with earth.
In order to Garden pool harmoniously integrated into the Garden design , it is advisable to create a sketch of your garden. Enter elements such as terrace, garden pond, garden shed, trees and beds. This way you can quickly find the ideal place for your Swimming pool . Once you have found the right location, choose the right size and order your Wooden pool conveniently as a DIY kit online.
For an attractive pool landscape, it is worthwhile to have a Garden shed as Pool . Not only does it provide space for changing clothes and pool accessories, but it can also serve as a cozy retreat after swimming. Cleverly placed, it provides additional privacy and weather protection.
Further information on the Pool Planning can be found in our article.
The right care for your pool
To keep the water in your pool clear and hygienic, regular maintenance is essential:
- Once a year, the water in the outdoor pool should be completely drained and the pool thoroughly cleaned - spring is particularly suitable for this.
- Thanks to Karibu's efficient filtration technology, the water is cleaned regularly so that it does not have to be refilled before each bath.
- In addition, disinfecting shock chlorination should be carried out once a year to kill germs.
- For regular disinfection, you can use chlorine tablets, granules or active oxygen.
- Check the pH of the water regularly, which is ideally between 7.0 and 7.4.
- To remove larger impurities, use a weekly Floor vacuum cleaner or Pool Robots .
Why is pressure impregnation so important for your wooden pool?
So that you can Wooden pool for many years, all wooden elements of the Karibu pools Pressure impregnated. In this process, special impregnation salts are pressed deep into the wood under high pressure, which makes it particularly robust. This makes the wood more resistant to moisture, fungal infestation and pests. The slight green tint that occurs during this process is a sign of the high quality and durability of the wood.How is a Karibu wooden pool built?
If you are looking for a Wooden pool from Karibu, you will receive it as a DIY kit , which you can build yourself with a little manual dexterity. Before you begin, check that all the parts are in place. Thanks to the illustrated instructions, assembly is child's play: The planks are assembled with a double tongue and groove system. Then attach the floor protection fleece and the pool liner and install the pool technology. Now all you have to do is fill it with water – and your Swimming pool ready for use!The construction methods of a Karibu wooden pool – versatile and stable
The Karibu wooden pools not only offer visually appealing designs, but are also extremely durable. They consist of pressure-impregnated round profile timber that is connected to a double tongue and groove system. The pool liner is attached to a suspension piping, which gives additional stability. Karibu offers different construction methods:
- Log construction : Robust, solid spruce wood boards that are simply put on top of each other.
- Plugging and screwing system : Class 4 pressure-impregnated pine, which is also suitable for installation in the ground.
- Chromeline Corner Joints : These pools are characterized by modern corner joints and wooden screens made of Nordic spruce, which are particularly stable and elegant.
How do you make a swimming pool for the garden childproof?
If you have a Swimming pool or Swimming pool in your garden, you want to make sure that children can use it safely. A child-safe design starts with the choice of the right model and the regular maintenance of the Swimming pool .
Karibu wooden pools offer increased safety due to their construction: Since they are above ground and are about 125 cm high, toddlers cannot easily get inside, especially when the Pool ladder is blocked. In addition, we recommend a tear-resistant Swimming pool cover , which is stretched firmly over the basin with ground anchors. Alternatively, you can use a solid cover made of plastic or wood. A Pool Alarm , which is installed at the edge of the pool, immediately sounds the alarm if something gets into the Swimming pool falls. Despite all the safety measures, attentive supervision and clear bathing rules are still the most important basis for the safety of your children in the Swimming pool .How do you winterize a swimming pool?
So that you can Swimming pool can also be used again next spring, you should winterize it in autumn. First you clean the Swimming pool thoroughly and remove all leaves from the pelvic floor. Then lower the water level without draining the water completely. Enter Algaecides and a Winterizing agent and place a Ice protection pads or a Ice Remover in the water.
Empty and clean the Filter system and all lines thoroughly. Store the Boarding ladder especially if it is made of stainless steel, and cover the Swimming pool with a Winter tarpaulin to protect it from the winter weather conditions.
Step-by-step instructions for Winterization of your swimming pool can be found in our article.
How do you prepare your swimming pool for the summer?
When spring arrives and the temperatures rise, it's time to get your Swimming pool or Swimming pool from hibernation. First, remove the Winter cover and clean the basin thoroughly. Check the seals, Hoses and Connections for possible damage and clean the Filter system if necessary. After that, the Swimming pool filled with fresh water and tested the pool technology.Finally, you ensure optimal Pool disinfection and set the water values correctly – and your Swimming pool ready for summer and lots of bathing fun!
A detailed guide on how to set up your Swimming pool fit for summer can be found in our article.
What surface for a swimming pool?
Before you start your Wooden pool or Swimming pool in the garden, it is important to prepare the right substrate. If the soil has been filled in, it must first be well compacted. If groundwater or strata water accumulates, drainage is necessary. In addition, the power connection for the pool technology should already be laid before construction.
In order to Pool the necessary stability, it is advisable to use a Slab foundation or a Concrete foundation . This foundation should be slightly larger than the base plan of the pool and at least ten centimeters higher than the floor to ensure that the pool does not sink or warp.
Caution : If the Pool with Steel girders , they must be firmly embedded in concrete. This should definitely be planned for when building the foundation in order to ensure long-term stability.
Which wood is suitable for a wooden pool?
Since a Wooden pool or Swimming pool in the garden, choosing the right type of wood is crucial. Recommended are: Wooden pools made of Douglas fir, spruce or pine wood. It is important that the wood is pressure impregnated to make it more resistant to moisture, mold and pests. Through the Boiler pressure impregnation remains the Wooden pool beautiful and robust for a long time. So you can do without questionable tropical wood and still enjoy your garden for years Karibu Wooden pool .
How long does a pool last?
The lifespan of a Wooden pools depends on three main factors:
- Quality of the wooden pool and materials used: Karibu wooden pool are made of pressure-impregnated wood, which is particularly durable and protects against fungal infestation and pests for several years. The components are precisely designed to fit and equipped with high-quality fittings, which ensures additional stability.
- Proper preparation of the substrate: Once the soil has been filled, it must be thoroughly compacted to prevent the pool from sinking and to ensure stability.
- Careful care: The service life can be significantly extended through regular maintenance. Damaged areas should be repaired immediately, and in autumn the Pool winterized to protect it from the elements.
Should you paint a wooden pool?
Although Karibu wooden pools are made of pressure-impregnated wood, which is naturally well protected, the wood can turn grey over time. A protective coating can not only enhance the protective effect of boiler pressure impregnation, but also improve the Wooden pool visually. In the event of dry cracks or damage to the wood, it is advisable to treat the affected areas.
For painting pressure-impregnated wood, an aqueous Wood protection glaze . Keep in mind that the wood should dry for at least six weeks before applying the glaze. After that, you can add your Swimming pool with an individual coat of paint.