When it comes to picking the pool wall height for your new above ground pool, it is all about personal preference. There is no “right” or “wrong” answer – you will just need to asses your personal needs to help make the best decision for your family.
Wall heights come in standard sizes, most often – 48”, 52”, and 54”. Typically, a pool is filled 4” from the top and has sand on the bottom underneath the liner, therefore your water level will always be a few inches less than your actual pool wall height. For example, a 54” pool typically has 48” of water.
When you are trying to assess your personal needs to make the best decision for your pool wall height, here are some questions to consider asking yourself:
- Who will be using the pool?
- Kids/Teens/Adults? – 48” walls (or above) are more ideal for standing and swimming
- What kinds of activities will you do most?
- Pool water sports? – 48” (or above) are preferable for most water sports
- Floating/lounging? – wall height is not an important factor for this activity
- Do you want a diving board?
- 48” or taller is going to be the safest option for diving
It is also important to keep safety in mind for the children and pets in your family when deciding the proper pool wall height for your needs, but overall, there is no right or wrong answer when choosing the size of your wall panels. It’s all up to you!