How to choose the right colour for your pool
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Q: “We’re building a new pool and are feeling overwhelmed by all the colour choices available. How do we go about selecting the right colour for our pool, and are there any general guidelines we should consider?”
A: This is one of the most common questions we get asked, and understandably so – choosing your pool’s colour is a big decision! While there’s no “one-size-fits-all” answer (it’s ultimately a personal choice), I can share some guidelines based on our experience working with pool builders and homeowners over the past 20+ years.
Let’s break it down into different scenarios to help guide your decision:
For the Classic Look: If you’re after that traditional swimming pool appearance, you can’t go wrong with our middle-range blues like Capri, Blue Lagoon, Pool Blue, or Hawaii Blue. These colours provide that quintessential pool look that works well in most settings and maintains its appeal over time.
For a Resort-Style Feel: If you’re dreaming of that crystal-clear Caribbean look, consider lighter options like our Bright White, Sandy Beach, or Capri. These colours can create that sought-after resort-style appearance and have an added bonus – they can make your pool appear larger, especially if your surrounding landscape features lighter tones.
For Contemporary Designs: For modern, architectural designs where clean lines and bold statements are desired, our deeper colours like Midnight Blue or Black Pearl are excellent choices. These colours work particularly well in carefully designed landscape settings and can create stunning reflective surfaces. They also have a practical advantage – they can make shallow pools appear deeper.
A Few Extra Tips:
- Consider your surroundings: If you have a bush setting or extensive tree coverage, our Tropicana (green) finish can create a beautiful, natural-looking oasis that complements the environment.
- Think about size perception: Lighter colours tend to make pools look bigger, especially when surrounded by light-coloured paving or decking.
- Looking for something unique but not too bold? Our Turquoise finish offers a distinctive look that works in various settings while maintaining broad appeal.
Remember, the colour will appear different throughout the day as lighting changes, so don’t stress too much about slight variations in shade. The key is choosing a colour that you’ll be happy to look at every day and one that complements your outdoor living space.
Hope this helps provide some direction for your colour selection!
Oz
Rainbow Quartz
Your pool, Your colour, Your choice
The above content is of a general nature. Different pools offer different variables and Rainbow Quartz encourages you to seek the advice of your professional pool builder in relation to your specific circumstances. If you’re in the market for a new pool and would like Rainbow Quartz for the finish on your concrete pool, please reach out – we are happy to answer queries and can put you in contact with vetted pool builders in your area.