Ever wanted to learn how to make a natural swimming pool?
Well David Pagan Butler, author and creator of Natural Swimming Pools has 2 places left on his course this weekend for half the usual price.
The two day course, from 19-20th July 2014(thisd weekend) is usually £320 but the last 2 places are going for just £160!
The course is aimed at those wanting to know more about the specifics and technical details needed when building your own organic pool. The two days explore theories as well as practical, including introductions to key pieces of equipment.
Areas covered include:
How organic pools work
Pool ecology
Construction techniques
Excavation and how to tame your Digger-driver
Commercial installations explored
Energy considerations
Bubble-lift air pumps
Putting together a half sized pool
Pool contouring
Laying underliner, liner and overliner
Edging variations
Water filters
Skimmers
Plant selection
Water quality
Safety
Discussion of participants projects
Take the plunge - optional swim
The course is based in Saxthorpe, Norfolk, where David Pagan Butler lives and there is a field available to pitch a tent.
For more information or accomodation visit www.organicpools.co.uk/courses.htm or email David directly on [email protected] to book this amazing offer!
An example of a natural swimming pool:
Further resources
Natural Swimming Pools: A Guide to Building and Designing Your Own for just £17.95
The plunge pool - possibly the smallest of natural swimming pools
A case study into the positive effects of a natural swimming pool
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