When is a Container Pool a Better Option Than an In-Ground Pool?

Discover the advantages of HardBox container pools! Fast installation, mobility, eco-friendliness, and personalization. Learn when a container pool is the better choice. Compare costs, installation time, design flexibility, and environmental impact with traditional in-ground pools. HardBox offers innovative modular solutions for your swimming pool needs.

When is a Container Pool a Better Option Than an In-Ground Pool?

Discover the advantages of HardBox container pools compared to traditional in-ground pools. Mobility, fast installation, eco-friendliness, and customization – find out what makes this innovative solution the superior choice.

Introduction

Choosing the right pool is a decision that impacts the comfort and value of your property. Traditionally, in-ground pools were the standard, but modern solutions, such as container pools (container pools), are gaining increasing popularity. Why? They offer a range of benefits that, in many situations, surpass those of traditional pools. HardBox, as a leader in innovative modular solutions, presents arguments in favor of choosing a container pool.

Construction and Operating Costs – A Comparison

Investing in a pool is a significant expense, so it's worth carefully analyzing the costs associated with different solutions.

Initial Costs

Building a traditional in-ground pool involves extensive earthworks, pouring foundations, insulation, and finishing. This generates high material and labor costs. A HardBox container pool minimizes these costs because most of the work is done in controlled factory conditions. Transporting the finished module and placing it on the site is significantly faster and cheaper.

Operating Costs

HardBox container pools are designed for energy efficiency. We use high-quality insulation (thermal insulation) and modern water filtration and heating systems (pool heating systems). As a result, the costs of maintaining a container pool can be lower than those of a traditional pool.

Example: A HardBox container pool measuring 12m x 2.5m, thanks to the use of 100mm thick PIR insulation panels, generates up to 30% lower water heating costs compared to an in-ground pool of similar dimensions without additional insulation.

Installation Speed and Mobility

Time is money. In the case of in-ground pools, the construction process can take several weeks or even months. This means not only a longer waiting time to use the pool but also potential disruptions to the functioning of the house and garden.

Express Installation

HardBox container pools are installed in just a few days. The finished module arrives at the site and is placed on a previously prepared base. This is the ideal solution for those who value their time and want to enjoy their own pool as quickly as possible.

Mobility – A Unique Feature of Container Pools

A traditional in-ground pool is permanently tied to a given location. A HardBox container pool offers the unique possibility of moving it to another place. If you are planning to move or want to change the layout of your garden, you can take your pool with you. This is a huge advantage that no other solution offers.

Mobility of a HardBox container pool
HardBox container pool – easy transport and relocation.

Customization and Design

Do you dream of a pool that perfectly fits the aesthetics of your home and garden? HardBox container pools offer a wide range of customization options.

Personalization at Every Stage

You can choose the container color, the type of interior finish, lighting, and even additional elements such as hydromassage (hydromassage systems) or counter-current swimming (counter-current system). Thanks to this, your pool will be unique and tailored to your needs and tastes. We offer a wide selection of colors from the RAL palette (RAL color palette) and various finishing materials (pool finishing materials).

Modern Design

HardBox container pools are characterized by a modern and minimalist design that blends perfectly with the architecture of contemporary homes. Their raw look can be softened by appropriate landscaping around the pool, such as adding wooden terraces (wooden terraces) or plants.

Environmental Aspects of Container Pools

At HardBox, we care about the natural environment. Container pools are a planet-friendly solution.

Recycling and Reuse

Using shipping containers (shipping containers) to build pools is a form of recycling and reuse of materials. Instead of producing new materials, we give a second life to containers that might otherwise become waste.

Minimizing Construction Waste

The process of building a container pool generates significantly less construction waste than building a traditional in-ground pool. Most of the work is done in the factory, allowing for better control over material consumption and waste minimization.

Interesting fact: Using one shipping container to build a pool saves about 5 tons of steel.

Summary

A HardBox container pool is an innovative solution that surpasses traditional in-ground pools in many aspects. Fast installation, mobility, customization, eco-friendly nature, and potentially lower operating costs are arguments that speak in favor of choosing a container pool. If you are looking for a modern, functional, and ecological solution, a HardBox container pool is the ideal choice.

Contact us today to learn more about HardBox container pools and receive a personalized offer!

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Configure Your Pool

Choose your preferences and create a pool perfectly tailored to your needs

Configure Your Pool

Modular pool visualization

Pool Configuration Summary

Basin Layout:Ladder Entry
Deck Entrance:Integrated Side Steps
Basin Color:
Anthracite Grey
Deck board:Premium Collection - Dark Brown
Dimensions:6.00 × 2.44 m

Technical Specifications

External Dimensions
Length:6.00 mWidth:2.44 m
Height:1.50 m
Basin Dimensions
Length:4.80 mWidth:2.25 m
Depth:1.20 m
Additional Information
Approx. Pool Weight (Empty):3,300 kgWater Volume:12.96

Selected Add-ons

  • Electric Heater

Standard Equipment Included

  • PIR Thermal Insulation
  • Polypropylene Pool Basin
  • Composite Decking Surround
  • RGB LED Pool Lighting
  • Quartz Sand Filtration System
  • Surface Skimmer
  • Bottom Drain
  • Stainless Steel Internal Ladder
  • Automatic Pool Chemical Dosing (pH/Redox)

Currency

Select Pool Basin Color

Anthracite Grey
RAL 7016
Light Grey
RAL 7046
Moss Green
RAL 6005
Brown
RAL 8019
Light Ivory
RAL 1015
+ $630
Orange
RAL 2003
+ $630
Pink
RAL 4010
+ $630
RAL
Custom RAL
+ $630

Select Basin Color

Light Blue
RAL 5012
Light Green
RAL 6027
Traffic White
RAL 9016
Signal Grey
RAL 7004
+ $750

Select Pool Length (External)

Compact

Compact

6.00 m

Suitable for smaller gardens

Standard

Standard

9.00 m

Popular choice for families

+ $7,500
Premium

Premium

12.00 m

Maximum swimming and relaxation space

+ $13,750

Select Basin Layout

Ladder Entry

Ladder Entry

Internal ladder, maximizes swim space

Best for: Unobstructed swimming area

Classic Steps

Classic Steps

Three standard integrated steps

Best for: Simple, easy entry

+ $750
Steps with Bench

Steps with Bench

Integrated steps with a side bench

Best for: Relaxation and entry

+ $1,000
Full-Width Steps

Full-Width Steps

Steps spanning the entire pool width

Best for: Aesthetic appeal, social area

+ $1,230
Lounge Area with Steps

Lounge Area with Steps

Integrated shallow lounge area and steps

Best for: Relaxation focus, shallow zone

+ $2,130

Select Deck Entrance

Integrated Side Steps

Integrated Side Steps

Steps built into the pool decking

Deck Level Entry

Deck Level Entry

No extra steps (for specific installs)

- $250

Select Deck Board Style

Premium Collection

Classic wood-look composite decking

Dark Brown

Dark Brown

Graphite

Graphite

Light Brown

Light Brown

Gray

Gray

Prestige Collection

+ $750

Exotic wood patterns with enhanced textures

Alaskan Driftwood

Alaskan Driftwood

Arctic Birch

Arctic Birch

Brazilian Teak

Brazilian Teak

Carbonised Osage

Carbonised Osage

Hawaiian Walnut

Hawaiian Walnut

Himalayan Cedar

Himalayan Cedar

Island Mahogany

Island Mahogany

Natural Cedar

Natural Cedar

Composite Wall Panels

Wall panel placement diagram

Diagram shows possible panel arrangements

Short side panel
+ $800

Panel on pool's short wall

Left long side panel
+ $1,800

Panel on pool's left long wall

Right long side panel
+ $1,800

Panel on pool's right long wall

Select Optional Add-ons

Pool Cover System

Choose one cover type for heat retention and safety

None

None

No additional option selected

Thermal Cover with Roller

Thermal Cover with Roller

Floating cover to retain heat, includes roller

+ $550
Manual Panel Cover (PVC)

Manual Panel Cover (PVC)

Manually operated rigid PVC panel cover

+ $3,380
Automatic Panel Cover (PVC)

Automatic Panel Cover (PVC)

Remote-controlled rigid PVC panel cover

+ $6,000

Counter-Current System

Select a system for swimming in place

No counter-current system

No Counter-Current System

Standard configuration without swim jet

FITNESS – Phalen Jet Swim Motion Classic

FITNESS – Phalen Jet Swim Motion Classic

Counter-current system with flow up to 46 m³/h

+ $2,000
FITNESS PREMIUM – Phalen Jet Swim Athlete

FITNESS PREMIUM – Phalen Jet Swim Athlete

Advanced counter-current system with flow up to 68 m³/h

+ $3,500
PROGRESS – BADU Jet Turbo

PROGRESS – BADU Jet Turbo

Premium counter-current with flow up to 245 m³/h

+ $8,750
PROFESSIONAL – BADU Jet Turbo Pro

PROFESSIONAL – BADU Jet Turbo Pro

Most advanced counter-current with flow up to 350 m³/h

Requires 9m or 12m pool length

+ $12,250

Water Treatment System

Select primary water treatment method

Standard Chemical Dosing (pH/Redox)

Standard Chemical Dosing (pH/Redox)

Automatic monitoring and control of pH/Redox

Salt Electrolysis System Control

Salt Electrolysis System Control

Automatic chlorine generation via salt electrolysis

+ $2,250

Wi-Fi Control Module

Remote monitoring & control via WiFi

+ $380

Heating System

Choose the main pool heating system

Electric Heater

Electric Heater

Standard electric heater (9-18 kW depending on pool size)

Air Source Heat Pump

Air Source Heat Pump

Efficient heating for extended swim season

+ $2,000

Deck Safety Railings

Select railing style if needed (mutually exclusive)

Railing installation diagram

Diagram shows possible railing placement

None

None

No additional option selected

Stainless Steel Deck Railing

Modern stainless steel safety barrier

+ $1,150

Glass Panel Deck Railing

Safety glass barrier for unobstructed views

+ $1,750

Glass Wall Panels

Choose glass wall configuration (replaces standard wall sections)

Glass wall installation diagram

Glass wall placement options

No Glass Wall

Standard solid pool wall construction

Included

Glass wall 2 x 1 m

Made of acrylic glass

+ $3,250

Glass wall 3 x 1 m

Made of acrylic glass

+ $4,500

Covers & Safety

Options for covering the pool surface and deck area

Rigid Winter Safety Cover
+ $1,130

Durable cover for off-season pool protection

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