Swimming Pools: Design And Construction, Fourth... May 2026

The classic text by Philip H. Perkins is considered a standard reference for civil engineers and architects. Published by CRC Press , it provides a comprehensive technical guide for both public and private pools. Key Areas Covered

: In-depth coverage of water circulation, chemical dosing, filtration, and energy-efficient heating. Expert Perspectives Swimming Pools: Design and Construction, Fourth Edition Swimming Pools: Design and Construction, Fourth...

: Covers general design principles, orientation for sunlight, and guidelines for spectator provision. The classic text by Philip H

: Discusses the properties of reinforced concrete, cement-based materials, and factors that prevent corrosion or structural failure. Key Areas Covered : In-depth coverage of water

The book is structured into ten chapters and several detailed appendices, covering the entire lifecycle of a pool:

: Provides specifics on shell construction using in-situ reinforced concrete, sprayed concrete (shotcrete), and other modern materials.

: Detailed instructions for tiling, mosaics, renderings, and specialized finishes like marbelite.

The classic text by Philip H. Perkins is considered a standard reference for civil engineers and architects. Published by CRC Press , it provides a comprehensive technical guide for both public and private pools. Key Areas Covered

: In-depth coverage of water circulation, chemical dosing, filtration, and energy-efficient heating. Expert Perspectives Swimming Pools: Design and Construction, Fourth Edition

: Covers general design principles, orientation for sunlight, and guidelines for spectator provision.

: Discusses the properties of reinforced concrete, cement-based materials, and factors that prevent corrosion or structural failure.

The book is structured into ten chapters and several detailed appendices, covering the entire lifecycle of a pool:

: Provides specifics on shell construction using in-situ reinforced concrete, sprayed concrete (shotcrete), and other modern materials.

: Detailed instructions for tiling, mosaics, renderings, and specialized finishes like marbelite.