20ft Container Swimming Pool: A Modern Backyard Oasis Built from Steel
The 20ft Container Swimming Pool transforms a shipping container shell into a stunning, fully functional swimming pool that can be installed in your backyard without the excavation, concrete work, and months of construction that traditional in ground pools demand. Built from high grade Corten steel and finished in sleek black, this pool delivers a contemporary aesthetic that complements modern architecture and landscaping while providing the durability to withstand decades of outdoor exposure and continuous water contact.
At 20ft long, 8ft wide, and 4ft deep, the pool holds approximately 4,500 gallons of water and provides enough space for comfortable swimming, aquatic exercise, cooling off on hot days, and relaxing with family and friends. The included filtration system keeps the water clean and clear with minimal maintenance effort on your part.
Why a Container Pool
Traditional swimming pool construction involves weeks of excavation, forming, pouring concrete, curing time, tiling, equipment installation, and landscaping repair. The total process typically takes two to four months from start to first swim. A container pool arrives as a complete, pre built unit. It is craned into position on a prepared base, connected to power for the filtration system, filled with water, and ready to use. The entire installation can be completed in days rather than months, with dramatically less disruption to your property and existing landscaping.
The Corten steel construction also means the pool is entirely above ground or partially buried, giving you flexibility in placement that concrete pools do not offer. If you move properties, the pool can even be relocated with you.
Key Features
- High grade Corten steel construction: The same weathering steel used in bridges and architectural facades. It develops a stable, protective rust layer that prevents deeper corrosion, making it ideal for continuous water exposure and outdoor placement.
- Sleek black finish: A modern, elegant exterior color that absorbs solar heat (warming the water naturally) and creates a striking visual contrast against green landscaping and timber decking.
- Built in filtration system: A complete water filtration system is included and installed, keeping your pool water clean and clear with regular cycling. No separate pump house or complex plumbing setup required.
- 4,500 gallon capacity: Enough water volume for comfortable swimming, floating, and aquatic exercise for multiple users simultaneously.
- 4ft depth: A consistent depth that is suitable for adults and older children, deep enough for swimming and exercise while remaining safe and accessible.
Specifications
| Pool Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 20 ft (6,058 mm) |
| Width | 8 ft (2,438 mm) |
| Depth | 4 ft (1,219 mm) |
| Construction | |
|---|---|
| Material | High grade Corten steel |
| Exterior Color | Black |
| Weight (Empty) | Approximately 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) |
| Water Capacity | Approximately 4,500 gallons (17,034 liters) |
| Included Systems | |
|---|---|
| Filtration | Complete system included |
| Heating | Optional (additional cost) |
| Lighting | Optional LED underwater lighting |
| Entry | Customizable staircase design |
Optional Upgrades
- Heating system: Extend your swimming season into cooler months or enjoy year round use with an integrated water heating system. Electric, heat pump, and solar heating options are available depending on your climate and preference.
- LED underwater lighting: Transform your pool into a captivating nighttime feature with energy efficient LED lights installed below the waterline. Choose from single color or color changing options to create the perfect ambiance for evening entertaining.
- Custom staircase: Select a staircase design that matches your aesthetic, from sleek modern steps integrated into the pool wall to traditional ladder style entry points. Materials and finishes can be coordinated with your surrounding decking and landscaping.
Installation
- Site preparation: A level, compacted base (concrete pad, compacted gravel, or reinforced ground) is prepared to support the weight of the filled pool.
- Delivery and placement: The pool is delivered by flatbed truck and craned into its final position on the prepared base.
- Connection: The filtration system is connected to a standard electrical supply. If heating is selected, that system is connected simultaneously.
- Fill and commission: Fill with water, balance the chemistry, run the filtration system, and the pool is ready for its first swim.
Ideal Applications
- Residential backyard swimming pools
- Holiday rental and Airbnb properties
- Boutique hotel and resort amenities
- Rooftop and elevated deck installations
- Fitness and aquatic exercise pools
- Plunge pools and cold water therapy
- Display and show homes
- Commercial wellness and spa facilities
A luxury swimming pool that installs in days, not months. Request a quote to discuss heating options, staircase design, lighting packages, or delivery logistics for your property.
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