Mediterranean Roman pool at night in Coral Gables
Coral Gables, FL · Luxury
Pool ideas · Region
Pool ideas in Florida
A Florida pool is used most of the year, so heat, storms and screens shape the design. Here is 1 design drawn for Florida.
What to know before you pick
Many Florida pools sit under a screen enclosure, which keeps out bugs and leaves but changes how much sun and breeze the deck gets. Plan planting and furniture around the cage lines.
Afternoon storms and hurricane season mean equipment pads, pergolas and loose furniture need to be anchored or easy to stow.
A high water table is common near the coast. Builders usually fit a hydrostatic relief valve so the shell does not float when the ground is saturated.
Near salt water, salt air is hard on metal fences, light fittings and some stone. Ask which materials are rated for it.
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