Hi All, I am new to this forum and wanted to hear some opinions on pool size. I am getting a new pool installed this fall on a 1/4 acre property. I am hiring a highly reputable pool company on LI, New York. This is a rectangular vinyl lined pool with 10" concrete walls and 8' deep end. I wanted to post here mainly to hear others opinions on pool size. I originally selected an 18'x40' rectangular pool, but I am considering upgrading to a 20'x40'. Is an 18'x40' and odd size for a pool? looking around in my neighborhood, I don't see too many pools that are 40' in length. One big consideration in changing the width to 20' is that I will be paying extra $$ not just for the larger pool size, but also because I am having vinyl covered staircase into the pool spanning the entire width. Aside from the added expense to build a bigger pool, what are some of the other things to consider when building a larger pool? Does the extra 2' in width really make a noticeable difference ? Is the added maintenance and upkeep considerably more for a pool this size when compared to smaller pools ? Obviously the are many benefits to consider such as more swimming space, more people in the pool, etc. I am curious to hear from others experience what are some of the draw backs from a larger pool besides the added cost to build. any other constructive feedback on this design is greatly appreciated. Design is currently a work in progress.
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