Concrete and fibreglass pools offer different approaches to a garden swimming pool. A concrete structure is built on site, while a one-piece fibreglass shell is manufactured before delivery. The right choice depends on the design you need, your property and the complete installation specification.
A concrete pool can be designed around a bespoke shape, depth or layout, subject to the engineering and site requirements. A one-piece fibreglass pool is selected from available shell designs and sizes. The EVi range comprises the EVi 6, EVi 8 and EVi X, with colour and equipment options.
Start by checking the pool layout against how you want to swim and the space available. Remember to allow for the surrounding area, equipment and access needed during installation.
Concrete pool construction includes the on-site structure, curing and specified waterproofing or interior finish. Shotcrete is one method of placing concrete; gunite refers to the dry-mix process. Our gunite and fibreglass comparison explains that distinction.
A fibreglass shell arrives ready to be placed on its prepared base. The project still needs suitable groundworks, drainage, lifting arrangements, connections and finishing. A shell installation milestone is not the same as completion of the whole garden project. Agree a site-specific programme instead of relying on a universal completion time.
Ask for quotations covering the same work: pool structure or shell, equipment, excavation, base, delivery, lifting, installation, service connections and surround. Identify exclusions and VAT. Neither method is automatically the lowest-cost choice for every site or specification.
Read our fibreglass pool cost guide for a practical budget checklist.
Both types of pool require water treatment, cleaning and equipment maintenance. The selected interior surface affects the care required; follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the actual finish. Ask about surface care, repair options and warranty terms before choosing a specification.
For either type, consider the cover, heating system, target water temperature and intended season of use. Those choices help you discuss running costs on a consistent basis.
Investigate concrete if a bespoke layout is central to your project. Explore a one-piece fibreglass pool if an available shell suits your needs and the delivery and installation requirements can be met. A site discussion should confirm those practical points.
For an EVi project, compare the models, configure your pool and review the installation guide before progressing your quotation.
