Pool Build
- - February 12, 2026
Ever fancied a proper swimming workout but find your pool just isn't long enough for satisfying, continuous laps? You're not alone. Many pool owners dream of an uninterrupted swim but are working with the space they have, whether it's a compact plunge pool indoors or a cosy pool in the garden. The good news? You don't need a massive extension or rebuild to achieve it.
The secret lies not in swimming farther, but in swimming smarter. Imagine if your pool could generate its own current, allowing
- - May 16, 2024Follow our step-by-step guide for a simple & effective process to level out the pool site area. Prepare your garden for your new above-ground pool.
- - March 24, 2023
Revive your swimming pool from its winter slumber with our step-by-step guide to opening a pool ready for spring. From the basic tasks to the right opening chemicals, discover all you need to know.
- - February 18, 2022From added security to smart investing, there are plenty of benefits to installing a swimming pool enclosure. Check out our blog for the top benefits of swimming pool enclosures.
- - August 18, 2021
If you’ve recently installed a pool or purchased a property with one, you might be looking for the ultimate guide to ensure that your pool is properly maintained. Find out everything you’ll need to know here at 1st Direct Pools!
- - February 08, 2021If your pool has become flooded over winter, draining the water should be done with care. We speak to a pool technician about fixing a flooded pool and preventing flooding.