Why Fiberglass Pools Make Sense
Built with precision, designed to last a lifetime.
Why Fiberglass Pool Make Sense
The Key to Quality and Strength
Why fiberglass pool construction makes sense comes down to one thing: strength through precision. A San Juan fiberglass pool, made with hand-laid fiberglass, ensures consistent thickness throughout the entire shell. Each San Juan pool includes a minimum of five layers, creating a structure built to last for decades.
With a San Juan Pool, you are guaranteed:
• All glass is hand-laid
• 32-mil Gel Coat — the thickest in the industry (two 16-mil layers)
• 5 oz Strand Mat
• 24 oz Woven Roving
Competing builders often use small fiberglass pieces glued together, creating weaker shells. The continuous structure used in every San Juan model explains why fiberglass pool construction remains stronger, more durable, and more reliable over time.
The Benefits of a San Juan Fiberglass Pool — Why Fiberglass Pool Is the Smarter Choice
Compare for yourself and see why fiberglass pool construction consistently outperforms gunite (concrete) and vinyl options.
| Features | San Juan Fiberglass Pools Benefits | vs. Gunite difference | vs. Vinyl difference |
| Product Durability | All-weather tolerant, stress-free, pet friendly, 17 x stronger than concrete | Rigid, cracks with movement | Punctures and tears (not pet friendly) |
| Product Quality | Manufactured, controlled quality assurance process | On-site constructed, quality dependent on work force | Pre-fabricated liner, site assembled walls |
| Repairs | Requires none (when well maintained) | Acid washes, remarcite, plaster and paint required | Liner replacements, tears, pulls from coping |
| Surface Texture | Smooth, silky feel | Very rough, equal to 80 grit sandpaper | Slippery, rough seems |
| Algae Treatment | Algae-resistant, cannot adhere to pool surface | Constant, grows through walls, attaches to pores | Troublesome, grows in seems, mildews |
| Care and Maintenance | Less than 1 hour weekly | 5 hours/ week | 5 hours/ wee |
| Chemical Use | Minimal required | Considerably more required | Slightly more required |
| Design Options | 65+ models | Unlimited | Can be limited |
| Electrical Usage | Circulate 4 – 6 hours/ day | Circulate 10 hours/ day | Circulate 6 – 8 hours/ day |
| Installation Time | Within days | 8+ weeks | 2-5 weeks |
| Pool Access | Seamless stairs, swim outs, benches, sundecks | Shallow end stairs (additions at a cost) | Drop in type or ladders |
| Warranty | 25 years (structural) | Commonly only one year by contractor | Only if seam separates/ pro-rated |
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The Difference: Our Pools are Much Stronger
Despite clear evidence that hand-laid fiberglass produces a stronger result, many competitors still use chopped fiberglass methods. This reduces quality and consistency — the opposite of why fiberglass pool manufacturing by San Juan delivers lasting value.
Our pools maintain uniform thickness and stability because every layer is hand-laid with precision. No coring, fillers, or safety ledges — just craftsmanship that defines why fiberglass pool performance remains unmatched.
- No consistency in level of fiberglass thickness (depends on how long chop gun sprays each section)
- Chopped fiberglass is “rolled” onto mold, using resin as a binder. Resin can become too concentrated in certain areas. This creates uneven layers of fiberglass – reducing the strength of the pool shell
- Chopped fiberglass pools utilize “safety ledges” around the interior of the pool shell (see bottom of above listed diagram). This is because chopped pools create a weaker product and hence, you must bend the mold to reinforce the structure. This can create a safety concern for young swimmers and is a perfect dirt collection point.
- Our material is made using hand laid sheets. These layers use consistent thickness throughout the mold and we guarantee at least 5 layers of fiberglass for each pool shell.
- Due to our sheet method, we apply even layers of resin & woven roving to ensure that the pool has the consistent thickness from front to back. This creates a stronger design with no need for safety ledges!
- We guarantee that our product will NEVER include: Coring & Fillers, Chopped Fiberglass or Safety Ledges!
