Modernise Your Swimming Pool — without extensive demolition, in 4 weeks
An older swimming pool quickly looks dated: 80s or 90s tiles immediately betray the construction period, colour schemes no longer align with modern wellness designs, and localised repairs have further fragmented the aesthetic. For hotels, wellness centres, and holiday parks competing on experience, this presents a commercial risk.
An ACRATON® Dolphin renovation offers a complete restyling in 4 weeks — not only technically, but also visually. One chosen colour from the official ACRATON® colour chart, seamlessly finished, with a direct impact on guests' perception of your pool.
Trends in Modern Swimming Pool Colours
For several years, wellness architects have consciously chosen deeper, calmer colours instead of the classic azure blue. Lagoon Blue (2042) and Sky Blue (2043) give the water a tranquil, luxurious depth — popular at premium hotel and spa locations. For design pools or natural swimming pools, Sea Pearl (2055) or Sand Yellow (2056) come into play, offering a more natural water tonality.
Aqua Mint (2040) is the trending colour for boutique resorts and modern family hotels: fresh, contemporary, and internationally recognisable.
Visualise First, Decide Afterwards
Our AI Pool Colour Visualizer shows you in 15 seconds how your own pool will look in each of the 8 ACRATON® colours. You upload a photo, choose a colour, and see a photorealistic simulation including water tint and reflection. A powerful tool to help stakeholders (management, local council, owner) make a unified choice.
Impact on Guest Experience
On platforms like Booking.com and TripAdvisor, swimming pool photos consistently rank among the most viewed visuals for an accommodation. A modern, seamless finish is immediately more photogenic than a fragmented tiled image — translating into higher booking conversions and better review scores.
Lead Time and Planning
The typical lead time is 2 to 4 weeks. PoolFIX advises holiday parks to schedule renovations outside the peak season (November–March for indoor pools, October–April for outdoor pools). For hotels with pressure to remain open, an expedited plan can be realised in 14 days — please enquire about specific possibilities.
Calculate volume for your pool
Litres, pails and price estimate in seconds — pallet discount included.
Prices exclude VAT and shipping. Based on €40/L and the theoretical coverage from the datasheet (2.7 m²/L at 300 µm DFT).
Frequently asked questions
Can I choose any colour or am I restricted to a palette?
How durable is the colour against UV and chlorine?
Can I apply underwater markings?
How do I determine the right colour?
Is a modulated colour mix possible?
What if I dislike the colour after a year?
Slight deviations between sample and final result may occur. No rights can be derived from this overview.
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