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Natural Swimming Pools: Inspiration for Harmony with Nature (Schiffer Design Books)

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Condition
New
Model
300+ color photos
Dimensions
8.7 x 1.1 x 11 in
Weight
3.35 lb
Publisher
Schiffer
Publication date
November 2, 2001
Edition
1st

Description

An illustrated look at the planning, design, biology, materials, construction, planting, and maintenance of natural swimming pools. Natural swimming pools rely on the correct balance of living plants and micro-organisms to clean and purify the water. They are easy and less costly to maintain than chemical pools. Chlorine and other common pool chemicals that are hazardous to human health are not used. Natural pools are safe places for children to play and birds to drink, and are a dramatic example of ecological design, combining the natural and man-made worlds while creating beauty. These pools offer enjoyment not only in the warm months, but during winter, when they can be used for ice skating. Often the focal point of a garden, a natural swimming pool blends into the environment, flowing into the surroundings with plants and rocks. It reflects the changing seasons and enhances the environment naturally. This book is a necessary resource for people who consider a natural swimming pool. It shows how the natural system works to provide environmental, health, and safety benefits. Drawings, diagrams, and charts help explain their planning, design, biology, materials, construction, planting, and maintenance. Over 300 beautiful color photographs of natural pools will inspire your own water garden, where you can swim in harmony with nature. Read more

Specs 9

Publisher Schiffer
Publication date November 2, 2001
Edition 1st
Language English
Print length 232 pages
ISBN-10 0764321838
ISBN-13 32
Item Weight 3.35 pounds

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Natural Swimming Pools
Format: Hardcover
I enjoyed this book. I enjoyed the pictures most of all. This is a great book to get Ideas, inspiration and very basic information about natural swimming pools. A nice coffee table topper. The books title is true to what you will find inside. As far as the grammer is concerned - it really didn't bother me that much. It's not a novel... Nice Book- Save money and buy it used:) ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 3, 2010 by Beauty

Great Book!
Format: Hardcover
This is more than a 'how to' book. It is a great resource for anyone considering installing a natural pool instead of a conventional pool with the listed pros and cons, the amazing photos, and of course the user friendly instructions.
Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2013 by D. Lee

Good Introduction to Natural Pools
Format: Hardcover
If you've not read about natural pools before, this is a good introduction. It has a number of beautiful pictures that can be inspiring if you want to design your own. However, it is short on the technical details you would need to design your own natural pool. And, the guidelines that it does contain are just repeated over and over. I suspect that this author's other book, "Natural Swimming Pools: A Guide to Building", contains the information I am looking for, but I just don't have the $117 ($62 currently for used) to spend on it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2010 by Carol James

This book is really cool it has moderate detail of how to build natural ...
Format: Hardcover
This book is really cool it has moderate detail of how to build natural swimming pools and it shows many examples, it explains all the plants that are good for this situation and how to keep the water clean naturally.
Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2017 by Kathrine Von Arx

Wonderful book
Format: Hardcover
Just love this book, I dream of one day owning one of these lovely big ponds. Very helpful and I used it when I built my own smaller version. Hope the world changes to this sort of pool. My pool conversion is wonderful. Highly recommended.
Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2012 by Cecelle

Interesting and Informative
Format: Hardcover
This book provides information that is well organized and gives a variety of options depending on your site. It includes photographs of natural swimming ponds that are landscaped in a variety of designs and settings.
Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2013 by Cecile

good book
Format: Hardcover
beautiful book, great pictures
Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2015 by foothills

Pictures are large and beautiful. Diagrams are detailed and informative
Format: Hardcover
Pros: This book has tons of reference for building your own Natural pool. Pictures are large and beautiful. Diagrams are detailed and informative. The binding is heavy and sturdy, great for coffee table! Cons:The Book seems hastily edited. It's riddled with spelling, punctuation, and tense errors. 4/5!! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2014 by p christopher lurie
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