5 Questions to Ask Before Choosing Your Fiberglass Pool Color

When you decide to get a fiberglass pool, you might be surprised to find out that you’ll have several options for your fiberglass pool color. This, of course, leads to the question, “How will I decide on a color for my pool?” While there is a wide range of stunning options, narrowing them down to your ideal shade may be easier than you think. There are several questions you can ask yourself to arrive at the color of pool that’s best for you and your family. Here are some details to consider.

Bold or Muted?

Do you love the deep blues and turquoise colors, or do you prefer a lighter, more neutral green color? Fiberglass swimming pools get their colors from their gel coat finish. The great thing about fiberglass pools is that you have a variety of colors to choose from to get just the color you want. You can go with the darkest blue to evoke the deepest part of the ocean. You can select a dark green to get those turquoise waters reminiscent of the Caribbean or choose a light green or neutral to evoke the feeling of a deep Alpine lake. 

How Hot Will It Get?

Consider the ambient temperature you’ll be swimming in when choosing your fiberglass pool color. If your pool will be located in a shady area, you may want to choose a darker pool color to absorb and keep the heat in. Even if you have a heated pool, this could help save energy in the future if the pool is able to absorb some heat by being a darker color. If your pool will often be in full sun, you may want to go for a neutral light color to keep that water cool and refreshing even during the hottest days of summer.

What Mood Am I Trying to Set?

Is your backyard mood sophisticated and minimal with clean lines, or is your space overflowing with foliage and furniture? For a classic, minimal look, you may want to go with a dark blue-gray or blue fiberglass pool color. If you’ve got flowers and gardens and will have lots of kids splashing in the pool, you may want a lighter color. That way you can keep an eye on everyone and not overpower your backyard aesthetic. 

What’s My Lifestyle?

How would you classify your lifestyle? Do you enjoy having cocktail parties by the pool at dusk and taking midnight swims? Will your pool be getting lots of daytime use with kids’ pool parties and early morning swims? A darker, more striking color really pops during those dramatically lit midnight swims. A lighter color is great for early morning refreshing dips or swimming laps. 

How Will I Ever Decide?

We can help you choose your perfect pool color! Talk to the professionals at Orange County Pools and Spas to learn about your fiberglass pool color options. No matter which brand you choose, you’ll have your choice of some truly dazzling pool shades. We’ll help you choose the best one for you that fits your lifestyle, aesthetic, and climate.