Pool Building Glossary

Definitions of key terms in custom pool design and construction — from pool types and finishes to features and equipment.

• Gunite Pool — What gunite is and why it’s the gold standard for custom pool construction
• Fiberglass Pool — How one-piece Imagine fiberglass shells are made and installed
• Fiberglass vs. Gunite Pool — Honest comparison for Chester County and Main Line properties
• Inground Pool Construction — The complete build process explained
• Pool Spa (Attached & Spillover) — Heated spas integrated with the pool, plus standalone hot tubs
• Tanning Ledge (Baja Shelf) — The shallow sun shelf for lounging, kids, and bubblers
• Vanishing Edge Pool — How infinity / negative-edge pools work and when they make sense
• Pool Coping — Materials, options, and selection guide
• Pool Plaster Finishes — White plaster, quartz, Pebble Tec, and glass tile compared
• Pebble Tec — The luxury exposed aggregate pool finish
• Pool Hardscape — Decks, coping, retaining walls, outdoor kitchens
• Saltwater Pool — How salt chlorine systems work and what they mean in our climate
• Pool Automation — Smart control of heating, lighting, and features from your phone