Imagine the tranquil sounds of water gently falling into your pool or the view of paradise from your bedroom window. A swimming pool waterfall is a perfect way to enhance your pool aesthetics and create your wonder of the world in your backyard. A simple waterfall or fountain water feature and a unique landscape can help you design the swimming pool of your dreams.
Various swimming pool water features are built into your inground pool or connected by a detailed tile or rock feature. Two common water features are swimming pool waterfalls and water fountains. You can choose from several types of water features to suit your pool and aesthetics.
You can connect a waterfall to your inground pool for aesthetics, cooling and heating factors, relaxation, improved water circulation and fun. Waterfall features add character to many swimming pools, gardens and backyards. Pool waterfalls are versatile and enhance the look of your swimming pool, entertain your guests and leave them in awe.
Many people also connect a waterfall to their pool because they are economical and help circulate pool water for better filtration and heating. The fast circulation from waterfalls also helps distribute chemicals, reduce algae and keep your pool clean. The sound of gentle streams and trickles flowing into a swimming pool can promote tranquility and block disruptive daily noises. Here are some popular waterfall water features for your pool:
Suppose you want to create your own Mediterranean paradise, scenic wonder or pirate island in your backyard or hotel entertainment area. In that case, a waterfall grotto is perfect for your inground pool. Waterfall grottos for pools are detailed artificial rock features that mimic natural caves and coves. Rock waterfall features are typically made from natural stone or molded prefab.
A waterfall cave comes in various colors, usually resembling brown and grey rocks, which you can match to the overall aesthetic of your pool. Many people add a unique plant design to the surroundings of the grotto feature, such as plants and ornaments. You can install lights at the entrance with blue and yellow light, which enhances the waterfall feature at night.
Cascade waterfalls can provide an elegant feel to your inground swimming pool. They are built into a stone wall of a swimming pool or connected through an artificial rock feature. Cascade pool waterfall kits generally resemble large natural boulders and come in grey and variations of brown similar to natural stone. Cascade waterfalls add a scenic aesthetic to your surroundings. You can create a rainforest or elegant paradise island in your outdoor entertainment area with the perfect landscape design and cascade pool waterfall.
A cascade waterfall for your swimming pool provides the perfect combination of serenity and charm. Create the ideal space for entertaining, relaxation and photo ops.
Scuppers are modern and subtle waterfall features that add an elegant touch to your inground swimming pool. They also provide tranquility and add character to your pool. Water cascades out of scupper openings into your swimming pool, keeping your water cool. Scuppers are built inside your pool wall with various materials to match the unique aesthetic of your swimming pool. You can choose between scupper materials like stone, copper and stainless steel.
Rain curtains are one of the most versatile waterfall features for your inground swimming pool. They offer luxury, drama, entertainment, tranquility and a unique aesthetic. The descending drops of water from a rain curtain make a swimming pool look sophisticated and glamorous. An arch is often built over a pool, allowing an uninterrupted descent of water droplets into below water.
Rain curtains complement the outdoor greenery of backyards or stunning views. You can design rain curtains to match the aesthetic of your backdrop or install them to divide your pool. The rain-like droplets are fun to swim through, sit under and help keep kids entertained in the pool. A rain curtain also offers relaxing effects, and the shiny droplets provide a serene view from your home window. You can also include lights in your rain curtain arch structure to illuminate the droplets against the night sky.
If you’re thinking about adding a rain curtain, consider these factors:
If you want to add drama and extravagance to your inground swimming pool, water bowls are the perfect choice. Water bowl waterfalls are large bowl or vase structures with scuppers. Water bowls can also combine water and fire components if you like. Water streams from the scupper beneath the water bowl, and artificial fire burns bright at the surface. Water bowls come in various materials, styles, sizes and designs that can enhance and transform the look of your swimming pool. You can speak to a professional pool company about customizing and installing your water bowl waterfall feature.
Spillways can make your inground pool swimming look and feel luxurious. Spillways come in various designs and styles, adding versatility and flair to your swimming pool. Spillways get their names because water from a hot tub spills over the edge into your swimming pool. You can get various spillway designs, like a bridge or open spillway, to match your aesthetics and landscaping. Spillways can be therapeutic and make your backyard look and feel like a luxury spa.
If you prefer the dazzling effects of water splashing into your pool, then a water fountain may be an excellent addition to your swimming pool. Pool fountains are magical and add a touch of creativity to your pool. You can install fountains on your pool deck or in your pool and customize them with lights, rotation and height settings. You can choose between pool fountains like centerpiece bubblers and in-ground deck jets. Here are two popular fountain water features for your pool:
If you are looking for a simple water feature that still provides loads of fun and beauty, then bubblers are an excellent water fountain feature. Pool bubblers or gushers contain small jets that shoot water to the pool’s surface, causing water to bubble. Bubblers are standard water features in many pools and can be economical, relaxing and fun for kids. You can sit back and enjoy the soothing effects of bubblers or admire the beautiful bubbles bouncing around your pool surface.
Deck jets are versatile water fountain features that can give your swimming pool a touch of magic. Water streaks shoot up from deck jet mechanisms and stream into your pool. Deck jets are subtle and can add a lavish look and feel to your swimming pool. You can install multiple deck jets around your pool deck and customize them to rotate and stream to various heights. Deck jets are beautiful and offer your pool breathtaking water effects and your home a tranquil atmosphere.
Your swimming pool is valuable and can add great character to your home. Installing a swimming pool waterfall enhances the charm of your pool and creates the perfect spot for entertainment and relaxation.
At Polaris Pools, we are passionate about helping people transform their properties into beautiful spaces. We have been in business for 20 years and have over 75 years of combined experience in professional consulting and landscaping design services. We offer high-quality landscape design, installation and maintenance to homes and businesses in Columbus and can help create the inground swimming pool of your dreams.
Please speak to one of our pool specialists about updating your existing pool. Contact us today for a free quote for all swimming pool waterfall designs and installations.
