Polyester shell swimming pool, inground, with a smooth surface and blue water in a contemporary patio

Polyester or vinylester shell pool:
how to make the right choice?

The polyester hull is the benchmark solution in France. Discover why it meets most needs and when vinylester is truly worth the extra cost.

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Oval-shaped shell swimming pool integrated into the garden of a detached Provençal house, surrounded by a wooden deck and beige stone coping.

Standard dimensions of a shell pool:
What size to choose?

Starting your pool project? Land, usage, regulations, budget… The keys to choosing the right size for your future shell pool, step by step.

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Owners enjoying their in-ground pool from summer thanks to a well-anticipated project

What is the best time to buy a swimming pool?

Between administrative procedures and earthworks, a swimming pool project is prepared months in advance. Discover the ideal timeline to miss nothing.

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Owner enjoying their pool in summer with a drink in hand, pink flamingo floats in the background

What is the ten-year warranty for a swimming pool?

Swimming pool built or planned? Discover what the ten-year warranty covers and how to choose a well-insured builder.

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Signing of an administrative file as part of a swimming pool construction project

What administrative steps for a swimming pool?

Prior declaration, building permit, tax declaration: all the administrative steps for building a swimming pool, step by step.

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Young woman lying by an outdoor pool, with a fence visible in the background, illustrating the importance of regulatory distances between a pool and the property line

What distance should be maintained between a swimming pool and the neighbor's fence?

Minimum distance, PLU, RNU, building permit… Everything to check before positioning your pool relative to the neighbor's fence.

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Child swimming in a private family pool, illustrating the importance of pool safety and insurance for young children

Is it mandatory to insure a swimming pool?

Damages, civil liability, standardized safety devices: take stock of your real obligations before launching your pool project.

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A modern square pool with a roller cover in a contemporary garden featuring a concrete patio, garden furniture, and a wooden deck

What is the price for a mini pool?

Purchase price, installation costs, annual maintenance, taxes: the complete guide to budgeting for your mini-pool and avoiding unpleasant surprises.

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An adult swimming in a shell pool, illustrating the importance of depth for swimming

What is the ideal depth for a swimming pool?

Family pool, swimming, diving... Discover how to choose the ideal depth for your shell pool according to your uses and preferences.

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Woman doing aquabiking in a swimming pool.

What are the benefits of aquabiking for your health and well-being?

Lose weight and tone your body with aquabike, an effective, low-impact water sport ideal for circulation.

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A view from the water of a woman swimming

Which pool liners should I choose?

Flat bottom, sloped bottom... Compare the options, recommended depths, and their impact on maintenance to choose the pool bottom that’s right for your home.

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Swimming in a prefabricated pool with turquoise water, illustrating the volume of water in a pool

How do you calculate the volume of water in a pool?

Calculate the exact volume of your pool in cubic meters in just a few seconds and find out the estimated cost of filling it based on the 2026 water rate for your pool.

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Styrofoam Pool Kits:
—The Complete Guide for 2026

We reveal everything you need to know about polystyrene swimming pool kits for quick and easy installation!

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Why does my hair turn green at the pool?

Are you hesitant to enjoy the pool for fear that your hair will turn green? Forget this anxiety by following our advice.

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Relax in a fiberglass pool with turquoise water and shimmering reflections

What are the different types of swimming pools?

Rectangular, free-form, round, or custom-designed: learn how to choose the shape of your prefab pool based on your property, your needs, and your budget.

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Homeowner calculating their tax liability after installing a swimming pool

Reporting a Swimming Pool to the Tax Authorities:
—When, How, and What Are the Risks If You Forget?

Are you planning to install a pool? Find out when to report it to the tax authorities, how to do it online, and what the consequences are if you forget.

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Child playing in a above-ground pool with a water gun and a green inflatable ring

Swimming pool builders in Gironde:
how to choose the best builder?

Price, quality, warranties, local restrictions, administrative support: what you really need to check before choosing your pool builder in Gironde.

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Blue piggy bank placed by the pool, illustrating the tax cost of a swimming pool in 2026

Swimming pools and taxes:
What taxes will you have to pay in 2026?

Development tax, property tax, exemptions... Discover the figures for 2026, concrete examples, and all the steps you need to take to declare your swimming pool.

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Shell pool with clear blue water and an unobstructed view of a natural wooded landscape in the background, relaxing atmosphere in Gironde

Review of a pool specialist in Bordeaux:
customer testimonial from Charles

Discover the testimony of Charles, resident of Belin-Beliet, who chose Aboral Piscines for his swimming pool project in Gironde.

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A young couple studying their financing for their future swimming pool project.

Everything you need to know about financing your pool

Home improvement loans, mortgage refinancing, personal contributions... Discover all the solutions for financing your pool and controlling the total cost of your project.

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Modern shell pool integrated into a garden, ideal for an outdoor pool project

In 2026, simulate the development tax for your future shell pool!

Simulate the development tax for your shell pool in 2026. Quick, free estimate tailored to your project.

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Young man on an inflatable ring in a light blue swimming pool

Which pool color should you choose for your outdoor space?

House, terrace, garden, exposure... Discover how to choose the color of your fiberglass pool to perfectly match your outdoor space.

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Inground pool in a garden, illustrating the impact of a pool on the property tax of a single-family home

Property tax and swimming pools:
How is the amount calculated?

Learn how property tax on swimming pools is calculated, the amounts to expect depending on your municipality, and the rules for reporting.

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A couple who own a house and are calculating the monthly payments for a 180-month pool loan.

180-month pool loan:
advantages and disadvantages

Discover our advice to understand 15-year pool loans, their actual terms and conditions, and more balanced alternatives for your project.

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View of an 8x4 fiberglass pool with a terrace and lounge chairs in the background

Taxes on 8×4 swimming pools:
how much will you actually pay?

Development tax, property tax, possible exemptions: discover the real cost of taxes for an 8x4 swimming pool, with concrete examples.

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Saltwater pools:
everything you need to know about the advantages and disadvantages

Want to install an eco-friendly pool with good value for money? Discover in this article the advantages and risks of a salt pool.

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What size is a tax-free pool?

Opt for a mini pool to avoid taxes that may apply when building your new pool.

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Everything you need to know about building a shell pool

Want to start building a shell pool in the coming months? Find out what you need to know before you take the plunge!

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Does a swimming pool really increase the value of your home?

Sale or rental: a swimming pool is a real argument to add value to your home. The Aboral teams tell you everything!

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Polyester shell pool:
get an instant quote in 5 steps

Are you planning to have a custom-made shell pool built at home? Aboral helps you evaluate the price using its online configurator.

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