Natural swimming pools rely on the correct balance of living plants and
micro-organisms to clean and purify the water. They are easy and less
costly to maintain than chemical pools. Chlorine and other common pool
chemicals that are hazardous to human health are not used. Natural pools
are safe places for children to play and birds to drink, and are a
dramatic example of ecological design, combining the natural and
man-made worlds while creating beauty. These pools offer enjoyment not
only in the warm months, but during winter, when they can be used for
ice skating. Often the focal point of a garden, a natural swimming pool
blends into the environment, flowing into the surroundings with plants
and rocks. It reflects the changing seasons and enhances the environment
naturally. This book is a necessary resource for people who consider a
natural swimming pool. It shows how the natural system works to provide
environmental, health, and safety benefits. Drawings, diagrams, and
charts help explain their planning, design, biology, materials,
construction, planting, and maintenance. Over 300 beautiful color
photographs of natural pools will inspire your own water garden, where
you can swim in harmony with nature.