Planning & Safety

Backwash water from the sand filter legally counts as wastewater and may not be disposed of the same way everywhere. This article explains the two disposal routes, how to deal with the chlorine content and how to reduce the volume produced. Backwash Water Is Wastewater, Not Just Pool Water During every backwash of a sand…

Whether a private swimming pool needs a building permit depends on the federal state, the size of the pool and the location of the property. This overview shows what matters before you build and when you should involve the building authority. Building Permit or Exempt from Procedure? The Basic Distinction In Germany, building law has…

Location and size determine how the pool will be used, what it costs to run and whether it needs a permit – long before the first shovel hits the ground. By factoring in sun, wind, access and the right pool size from the very start, you avoid the most expensive planning mistakes. Sun Exposure and…

Drowning happens quietly and within seconds – with small children often without any cry for help. This article ranks the common protective measures for a private pool by their actual effectiveness and makes clear why no single measure is enough on its own. Safety Comes from Several Barriers All manner of products circulate around the…