We are trying to decide between a vinyl liner pool or a fiberglass pool ...the quotes I have gotten on our area are within a few $100 of each other...what are everyones thoughts please...
Thank you!
There are a lot of discussions about the pros/cons if you search.
Fiberglass is limited in size and shape. Install requires VERY good prep work. There is no easy way to refurb it. There are a few horror stories of fiberglass installs gone bad.
Vinyl allows for larger pools and more flexible with shape. Easier to do a DIY install. Easy to replace the liner as needed due to age.
A lot depends on who is doing the install and what is "normal" in your area. For example. I have never seen an in ground vinyl pool down here and only know of one fiberglass pool ... they are all plaster pools.
Where I am there seems to be a pretty even split between plaster and liner with fiberglass making some serious inroads. I have only had one pool and it is fiberglass. Despite the size limitations I am not sure I would have gone with anything else.
Ultimately I think everyone likes what they have and since each has their pros and cons, you have to decide what your needs are.
I would think the issue of gel coat problems and tendacy to stain would lead me away from fiberglass. My first choice would be shotcrete, with vinyl coming a close second.
Hello , This thread has been inactive for over 60 days. New postings here are unlikely to be seen or responded to by other members. For better visibility, consider Starting A New Thread.
Welcome to TFP! For a wealth of pool care information please check out our free Pool School. If you are in need of specific help then we encourage you to Register and ask us here in the forum!