Pool professionals continue to search for ways to install more pools in less time while also offering superior pool interior finish options for their clients. One proven European solution is picking up speed in the United States — a gorgeous, reinforced PVC pool finish that looks like slate, marble, granite, sand and traditional gunite. Here is what pool builders and pool renovators need to know about this trending material and why they should offer it to their customers for both pool renovations and new construction.
Provides a superior pool finish
One of the main advantages of PVC membranes is that they don’t crack regardless of freeze-thaw conditions or ground movement. Therefore, offering reinforced PVC provides a pool finish with unique benefits not provided by marbelite, stone-colored quartz finishes or thermoplastic coating. The reinforced PVC completely seals the structure of the pool and keeps it watertight, making it ideal for renovating existing pools and building new pools.
New designer colors and textures
Reinforced PVC pool membranes have been on the market for many years and are popular in Europe for residential swimming pools, while in the U.S. and Canada these PVC membranes have been used primarily in commercial pools. However, there is renewed interest in this product for residential pools thanks to manufacturers like RENOLIT, who offer finishes in various textures, colors and prints.
Consumers are drawn to the new colors and finishes. For example, RENOLIT TOUCH series has colors and finishes that enhance and blend beautifully with today’s popular decking and coping treatments. Buyers appreciate the materials high-quality and longevity inherent in the thicker 60, 70 and 80mil reinforced PVC making it the perfect pool finish for pool professionals to add to their offerings.
Training adds valuable installation skills
Some reinforced PVC pool interior materials manufacturers offer training and assisted installations to builders and installers getting started with weld-in-place PVC membrane. In fact, installing weld-in place reinforced PVC materials is easy, and there are very low barriers to entry. No expensive equipment is required for installation and pool professionals can simply order the needed rolls and accessories for each job.
Once installation crews know how to install weld-in-place reinforced PVC, they will find they are always busy and always in demand. Having the skill to install reinforced PVC membrane opens new opportunities for additional work in the winter. Residential installers also find themselves opening up new commercial markets where they can renovate indoor pools.
Growing demand of reinforced PVC membrane
The introduction of new architectural patterns and textures such as the RENOLIT TOUCH series has contributed to the growing demand for reinforced PVC. The new finishes imitate the look and feel of natural elements giving pools a high-end, designer look. It’s a high-quality premium product with a different price point that works for those that want to spend more for a long-lasting, attractive pool interior.
By adding designer reinforced PVC interiors to their offerings, pool businesses can distinguish their business from competitors and expand their market.
Reinforced PVC pool membrane material is available for immediate shipment so builders can better control their installation schedules as they avoid having to wait for custom pool liners, fiberglass pools or other pool kits.
Visit RENOLIT to learn more about designer reinforced PVC, their new selection of finishes in various, colors and prints and sign up for installation training.
