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hio THE HERALD OUTLOOK Jmmiry Lots of options to wade through when buying a swimming pool So youve decided to take the plunge and buy a swimming pool Now comes the hard part deciding which type to buy Outdoor pools come in just about every size and shape imaginable says Bill Dovgala executive director of the Canadian Spa and Pool Association Your dream pool could be rectan oval or shaped like a teardrop it could have a vinyl liner or be lined with concrete and it could be or above ground Before making any plans Mr suggests you check with local building and health authorities Rules about the size and siting of swimming pools fences and drainage lines vary Bom one municipality to the next When planning the siting of your the CANSPA director recom- niends it be placed to the side of your backyard rather than in the centre This leaves room for other recrea tional activities and could be important in terms of resale value especially if prospective buyers have young chil dren who need room to play Generally speaking the most ex pensive type of pool is the traditional variety which can have a vinyl liner or can be lined with concrete and trimmed with ceramic tile Mr Dovgala says concrete is the most expensive version inground pool with prices starting at about All pools were originally made with concrete and its advantage is that you can custom design any shape yoti like for instance had a pool shaped like a piano One type of pool thats usually custom built is the swimmer a and narrow model about 30 metres feet wide and 183 metres 60 feet long Like its name suggests this pool is for athletic types who are serious about swimming lengths Mr says the vinylluied pool is now the biggest seller on the market It was developed as a means for people in the middleincome bracket to be able to afford backyard swimming pools Prices start between 8000 and 10000 Its estimated there are close to 60 different shapes of vtnyllined pools available including various versions ofthe rectangle kidney oval teardrop keyhole and Lshape The smallest pool available is about 36 by metre by 24 feet Concrete Discussing the merits of concrete versus vinyl Mr Dovgala says although concrete can heave and crack in the winter it may still be cheaper to main tain in the long term But replacing a vinylliner may be slightly cheaper than having to resurface a pool he adds A vinylliner hasalifeexpectancy of years Another type of inground pool avail able in North America but not popular in Canada is the fibreglass shelf which comes in one or two pieces Mr Dovgala says it can be difficult to manoeuvre the large pieces into e backyard pools which start be tween 5000 and are usually built on property thats rocky or has a severe Theysitonthe ground but they usually have a deeper end that goes into the ground Most onground pools are rectangu lar and they come with decks The shallow end ofthe pool is usually about 2 metres 40 feet deep and the deep end can be as deep as 23 metres 75 feet In comparison inground pools can be 26 to 30 metres to 10 feet deep Aboveground pools are completely raised above the ground and are usually oval or round a shape which provides structural strength The metal shell has a vinyl liner and a frame of aluminum or steel They make it affordable fora young family to have the pleasure of water in their backyard when theyre just start ing out A 36metre 12foot splasher starts at between 600 and Aboveground pools are usually a maximum of 1 2 metres feet deep Whichever pool you decide on Mr advises you purchase it through a CANSPA dealer The national asso ciation of pool and spa retailers build ers distributors and manufacturers follows a strict code of ethics As well Should a misunderstand ing occur and it is not resolved cus tomers have a recourse to call on us For the name of a CANSPA dealer In your area call 6761 591 In Toronto or 18002636103 toll free NEW YEARS OPEN HOUSE Saturday January 7th 1 989 Sunday January 8th 1 989 200 pm to 400 pm CHARLES STREET GEORGETOWN Fast Closing Available SEE YOU IN THE PARK NATIONAL REAL ESTATE SERVICE BRAND 8730300 REALTY INC Mofintalnvlsw rd North Georgetown Bus 8734300 Res 87721 Toronto Una 41 8401 288 WHAT IS YOUR NEW YEARS RESOLUTION To have a little more property at least 4 bedrooms a fireplace a large inground pool an office for your business Its all here plus more at 32990000 Call Robert Seitz at 8730300 or IS THIS YOUR YEAR END After checking your state ments do you think you need a change At 149000 this will put you in a good position sq ft of showroom Main St location large ad sign Call Robert Seitz at or 8778333 NEW YEAR SPECIAL This is your chance to own a bedroom mobile home with fridge stove pullout couch and dining set for 2190000 Dont hesitate on this Call Robert Seitz at 8730300 or 8778333