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20 Ft Container Pool

Original price was: $9,000.00.Current price is: $8,100.00.

N.B: Delivery & Installation Inclusive
 
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Description

A 20ft Container Pool is a creative and modern swimming pool made by converting a used or new 20ft shipping container. It offers a sleek, industrial-chic design with a quicker and often more affordable installation than traditional in-ground pools.

What is a Container Pool?

It’s exactly what it sounds like: a standard 20ft shipping container (8ft wide, 8.5ft high) is professionally modified into a fully functional swimming pool. The steel structure is made watertight, fitted with a filtration system, and often finished with a pool liner or interior coating.

Key Dimensions (Approximate):

  • Length: 20 ft (6.1 m) – Usable water length is slightly less.

  • Width: 8 ft (2.44 m)

  • Water Depth: Typically 4.5 ft to 5.5 ft (1.4 m – 1.7 m), but can be customized.

  • Water Volume: Roughly 5,000 – 6,500 gallons, depending on final depth.

Benefits of a Container Pool

  1. Faster Installation: Can be ready in weeks, not months. The shell is delivered pre-fabricated.

  2. Cost-Effective: Often 30-50% less expensive than a comparable in-ground concrete pool.

  3. Modular & Portable: In theory, it can be moved or relocated, unlike a traditional pool.

  4. Modern Aesthetic: The sleek, rectangular shape fits contemporary garden designs.

  5. Strong & Durable: Made from corrosion-resistant Corten steel, built to withstand harsh environments.

Key Components & What’s Involved

Turning a container into a pool requires professional conversion. Here’s what’s included:

  • The Structure: A one-trip or wind/watertight 20ft container.

  • Waterproofing: A full interior pool liner (most common) or a spray-coated sealant.

  • Filtration System: Sand filter, pump, skimmer, and return jets—same as a traditional pool.

  • Reinforcement: The container may need internal bracing to counteract the water pressure, especially if partially buried.

  • Finishing: External painting, decking cutouts, and steps or ladder installation.

Important Considerations & Challenges

Before you get excited, know the full picture:

  1. Site Access & Delivery: You need a clear, wide path for a flatbed truck and a crane to place it.

  2. Ground Preparation: Requires a perfectly level and engineered base, often a reinforced concrete pad.

  3. Burial vs. Above-Ground:

    • Above-Ground: Easier and cheaper to install. May require safety fencing per local code.

    • Partially Buried: More aesthetic but requires serious excavation, drainage, and engineering to prevent collapse.

  4. Regulations & Permits: You will need building permits. Local zoning laws may restrict placement.

  5. Ongoing Costs: Same as any pool: chemicals, electricity for the pump, water, and maintenance.

Step-by-Step: How to Get One

  1. Research & Design: Find a specialized container pool converter. Decide on features (depth, windows, decking, color).

  2. Site Check & Permits: The company will often help assess your site and guide permit applications.

  3. Preparation: Level your site and pour the concrete base or prepare the excavation.

  4. Conversion & Delivery: The company modifies the container off-site, then delivers and places it with a crane.

  5. Installation & Hookup: The pool is connected to the filtration system, filled, and treated.

Container Pool vs. Traditional Pool

 
 
Feature 20ft Container Pool Traditional In-Ground Pool
Installation Time Weeks 3-6 Months
Upfront Cost $$ (Lower) $$$$ (Higher)
Design Flexibility Limited to rectangular shape. Highly customizable (any shape, size, depth).
Durability Very high (steel structure). High (concrete/gunite).
Resale Value Impact Novelty can be a pro or con. Generally adds value.

Is a Container Pool Right for You?

YES, if you…

  • Want a modern, rectangular pool quickly.

  • Have a moderate budget for an in-ground style pool.

  • Like the industrial, minimalist look.

  • Have good site access for a crane.

NO, if you…

  • Want a classic kidney or freeform pool shape.

  • Have very limited access (narrow gates, overhead wires).

  • Are not prepared to deal with permits and ground engineering.

  • Live in an area with very strict HOA rules.

Final Verdict

A 20ft container pool is a fantastic, innovative option for the right homeowner. It turns a symbol of global trade into a unique backyard oasis. Success depends entirely on using a reputable converter, proper site preparation, and understanding local regulations.

Do your homework, get multiple quotes from specialists, and talk to your local building department before anything else.

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