Why create a shaded area around your pool?
Picture this: a sweltering summer afternoon, the sun beating down mercilessly on your terrace as you hesitate to dive into your pool. The water glistens invitingly, but the idea of exposing yourself directly to the scorching rays holds you back. What if the solution lay in that in-between space, that shady haven where you can enjoy your outdoors without compromise?
We've all experienced the frustration of days when the heat becomes almost hostile. Your pool, a place that's supposed to bring coolness and relaxation, can paradoxically turn into a UV trap. This is where the subtle art of shading comes in - much more than just a decorative accessory.
Sun protection: more than just comfort
The figures speak for themselves: according to the WHO, repeated sunburns significantly increase skin risks. A well-positioned sunshade or pergola reduces direct exposure by 75 to 90%, turning your swim into a serene moment rather than a race against the sun's harmful rays.
Extend your bathing season
Strategic shade creates microclimates. In summer, it lowers temperatures by several degrees. Conversely, in the off-season, it retains the heat accumulated in the water. The result? In many regions, your pool can be used from April to October.
Aesthetics in the service of practicality
A well-designed shade structure completes the landscape integration of your pond. It creates that visual «cocoon» that immediately gives the impression of a carefully landscaped space, far removed from the simple watering hole lost in the garden.
Equipment protection and savings
Did you know that constant exposure to the sun causes faster damage to liners, filtration systems and even pool toys? A shaded area reduces this damage while limiting water evaporation - up to 30% savings on filling, depending on configuration.
Shade around a swimming pool is never neutral. It completely redefines our relationship with aquatic space, transforming a simple water feature into a veritable living extension of your home. What would your ideal oasis look like?
