STAINLESS STEEL SOLUTIONS
The Enduring Appeal Of Stainless Steel The appeal of stainless steel for pool construction goes much further than it being a material chosen for use solely in challenging environments. Trendsetters love its polished looks and the same applies for many pool accessories too. Strength and durability combined with timeless aesthetics - it’s a winning combination that ensures stainless steel solutions are always in demand and in this issue, we examine some of the choices on offer By Jon Wadeson
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ightweight, strong, flexible, durable, corrosion resistant, hygienic… the list of characteristics of stainless steel that make it so ideal for the use in building swimming pools, spas and their associated accessories seems to go on and on. Add to that striking and timeless aesthetics that exude quality and which never go out of fashion, and it’s easy to see why the appeal of stainless steel endures and more and more architects and interior designers are specifying it. Stainless steel’s exclusive looks and unique properties are further enhanced with the ability to ‘pre-engineer’ pools and spas in a modular process, similar to the ways that have been developed for virtually all aspects of modern building. Designers and contractors can now also utilise the efficiency of the construction process and save considerable time and money during the pool build. As with smaller stainless steel accessories,
components for a complete pool project are produced to proven design templates in manufacturing facilities where quality control is strictly monitored. This process means that construction surprises are virtually eliminated and accurate costs are always known. With many advantages over other materials used for builds in the wet leisure sector and in the production of many accessories, it seems the flexible nature of stainless steel will guarantee its use for many years to come and in this issue, we take a closer look at just some of the stainless steel solutions that are on the market this year.
THE COMPLETE STAINLESS STEEL SERVICE FROM LSPC London Swimming Pool Company (LSPC) has a track record of over 30 years in creating award winning concrete pools, but three years ago it expanded its portfolio of services to offer luxury stainless steel pools to private
clients, capitalising on the growing interest in this spectacular finish. Working in concert with Berndorf Bäderbau, one of Europe’s premier stainless steel pool manufacturers, LSPC creates the bespoke pool design and the stainless steel pool shell is constructed to fit the pool specification exactly to ensure smooth installation. Once the pool is built and testing of the pool shell integrity has been successfully completed, the LSPC Servicing team commissions the pool before handing it over to the client. LSPC Servicing will tend to handle the ongoing regular pool maintenance too. LSPC Managing Director, Jamie Smith said: “There is tremendous interest in stainless steel pools now. Clients are drawn to the finish because of its ultra sleekness which graces any upscale residence, traditional or modern. Our design team spends a lot of time with the client at the concept stage, taking them through different design options, of which there are many because the material is so flexible, as well as the requirements for the plantroom. Clients soon begin to appreciate the benefits of a stainless steel pool way beyond pure aesthetics. A big advantage to them is the potential to have their pool finished sooner, because the construction process is considerably faster than building a traditional pool.”
LUXURY STAINLESS STEEL SOLUTIONS FROM SPAFLO
Modular stainless steel pools – such as with this installation in Surrey from LSPC – allow clients to have the luxury and beauty of a stainless steel pool at a lower cost than a bespoke model
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Having worked in the pool and spa industry for over 16 years, Richard Gowland knows a thing or two about high-end requirements. In that time, he has designed, manufactured and installed luxurious projects all over the world including 5* hotels, destination spas, superyachts and private residential properties. His creative flair and attention to detail has shone through on all his installations as he draws upon his degree in Design & Technology with Management Studies. After 12 years building a pool company from scratch into a well-known brand, last year Richard decided it was time for a new
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