Replacing the lining is the most extensive and costly type of pool renovation. However, the costs for a PVC membrane are significantly lower compared to the expenses for tiling the pool with ceramic tiles, pebbles, or plaster. If you decide to replace the tiles or plaster with a PVC liner during your pool renovation, there are no obstacles to doing so.
You will also be pleasantly surprised by the cost of lining with a liner compared to tiles or plaster. Additionally, significantly less time is required for the installation of the liner in the pool basin, which is also important.
How the Type of Liner Affects Its Cost
Conventionally, liners can be divided into three types:
- Thin: thickness is 20 mil. The cheapest type of liner.
- Medium: thickness is 30-40 mil. Mid-range in cost.
- Thick: thickness is 60 mil. The most expensive type of liner.
Premium types of membranes are coated with a special protective varnish. This varnish protects against sun fading, prevents the development of microorganisms on the surface of the film, and withstands the effects of chemical agents added to the water. This type of membrane is somewhat more expensive than a regular one, but it will save a considerable amount on pool maintenance. An example of such a high-quality membrane is the Cefil pool liners.
The structure of the liner has a significant impact on its cost. The liner can be:
- smooth
- textured
The smooth liner is cheaper than the textured one, which has a rough surface. Thanks to this surface, the textured liner has anti-slip properties. These properties are essential for ensuring safety and preventing falls, especially on steps.
Therefore, it is advisable to use only textured liners on the steps, while a more affordable smooth liner can be used on the side walls.
Textured membranes
Another positive feature of the textured pool membrane is that it feels similar to compressed wet sand. Therefore, when walking on it, you get the sensation of a natural seabed. What could be better?
The Influence of the Liner’s Color On Its Cost
The pool liner is produced in a variety of colors. Therefore, you can always choose a color that matches your taste and harmoniously fits into the surrounding environment.
Another point to consider is that the color of the liner affects the shade of the water in your pool. This allows you to give the water a specific appearance that can evoke positive emotions or pleasant memories, such as those of oceanfront beaches.
Popular water shades include tropical turquoise, light blue, and bluish-green.
The color of the water is also influenced by the intensity of the lighting and the surrounding environment, such as bushes, trees, and so on. The same liner can produce different shades in open spaces compared to enclosed areas.
When selecting the color of the pool liner, taking into account your lighting and surrounding environment, you can achieve the desired water shade. The most affordable option is a solid color liner (without a pattern). The more complex the design on the liner, the higher the price. Additionally, the installation cost for such liners is higher, as installers need to align the patterns when welding seams. It is recommended to choose a marble-patterned membrane in various colors or a pebble design. Such patterns require minimal alignment during installation.
The Cost of Pool Membrane Installation
When planning the budget for replacing the liner in the pool, it’s also important to consider the cost of installation work. This includes:
- Cleaning the pool basin of debris, dirt, and dust
- Addressing defects: cracks, chips, and uneven surfaces. When replacing tiles or plaster with a liner, their removal may be necessary
- Checking water communications with compressed air
- Treating the pool basin with a disinfectant solution to prevent mold, fungi, and similar issues
- Installing the liner (laying geotextile, spreading the membrane, welding seams)
- Replacing filters and fixtures on communications (skimmers, jets, lighting lamps)
- Installing coping stones and similar tasks
In each specific case, this list may vary.
A simple estimate for the cost of replacing the liner can be obtained by contacting specialists at SAKKO POOL. You just need to provide the type of membrane and the dimensions of the pool: length, width, and depth.
For an accurate cost estimate, a specialist visit is required to assess the condition of the pool in detail. Our experts will also assist you in choosing the type of membrane, its color, and pattern. We will take all your preferences into account to make the pool your favorite place to relax!