Not only does having a pool conveniently located right in your backyard automatically provides you with a dedicated entertainment area, but you also get to enjoy additional benefits, such as immediate relief from Aussie's balmy summers while getting the opportunity to exercise right from the comfort of your home — not to mention that the right swimming pool will dramatically increase the value of your property, both aesthetically and financially.

Nonetheless, swimming pool construction is not merely about hiring pool builders and breaking ground. You need to consider several aspects so that you can make the most of this project and not have regrets down the road. The following are a few of the essential considerations to bear in mind when embarking on swimming pool construction.

Distance from your house

Often taken for granted, the pool's distance from your primary residence will affect how easily accessible this area will be depending on your unique needs. For instance, does the climate allow for swimming for most of the year? If this is the case, it would be ideal to locate the pool's site close to your home so that you do not have to spend a considerable amount of time walking to and from this area, especially if you will be using the house to change, get food and so on. Secondly, if the swimming pool will be far from the house, you have to deliberate on how best to demarcate a path to this area.

Crushed rock is an excellent option since the rocks will blend in seamlessly with the landscape while ensuring that people do not trample on your garden or flower beds. However, you should note that walking a distance increases the risk of people coming into the house with muddy feet or shoes filed with debris. Hence, you should consider installing taps or a shower near the home where people can get cleaned off before crossing the threshold into the house.

Paving surrounding the swimming pool

The second critical consideration to deliberate on when embarking on swimming pool construction is the type of paving you will install around the swimming pool. Despite how enjoyable swimming pools are, they can also be quite dangerous. And if you have small kids or elderly individuals living with you, this risk is increased exponentially. All the splashing from the swimming pool will cause puddles to form around it, and this makes the ground very slippery.

Since you cannot make sure that people wear shoes each time they go to the pool, it is best to safeguard against potential accidents by installing the right paving. Natural stone paving is one of the top solutions that homeowners gravitate towards for a couple of reasons. Firstly, many natural stone types are naturally tactile, making them a great antiskid addition to your pool area. Secondly, natural stone pavers come in a variety of textures and colours, adding visual interest around your pool.