Limestone Lounge

The project included the construction of an inground Latham Fiberglass Pool. Caliber is a leader in creation of extraordinary outdoor retreats, and its new masterpiece located in Cranbrook Rd. Raleigh NC exemplifies it. In this design, we used the Latham Apollo 14 to turn the small backyard into a new breathtaking outdoor experience. The scope of work began with detailing planning and staging to ensure we maximized the backyard to its best functionality for a recreational use. Once we determined the best placement for the fiberglass shell, the very next day large pieces of equipment begin to mobilize into the property.

On day one we dug the hole of the fiberglass shell and established a proper elevation. We used #78 stone to level the base for the fiberglass shell to sit on. On day two, the fiberglass shell moved in and we installed it using a large crane. We meticulously placed the fiberglass into the hole and ensured it was safe and sound. On day three we returned to installing all the plumbing and began getting ready for the final electrical. Once all plumbing was installed we placed all the salt system pumps, filled up the pool, and fired it up. Next we backfilled the pool using #78 stone and earth. Once the pool was secured into the ground, we allowed it to settle for 2 weeks. During this time it is vital to allow the pool to sit, compact, and aclimate to the new terrain. Once we gave the pool enough time to acclimate, we returned to begin the hardscaping

Hardscaping: The hardscaping involved detailed craftsmanship of a beautiful natural limestone wall. We first excavated the footer for the wall and poured it (12″ wide x 16″ deep) and used #5 rebar to reinforce it. Next, we began constructing the 8″CMU Block wall with a waterproof membrane behind it and a perforate drain system. Finally, the beautiful craftsmanship was put on display as we began to carefully craft the wall with natural limestone. Every piece of stone was hand selected to fit and flow into the wall.

Pool deck: The pool deck was poured using high quality concrete mix designs. The deck received a natural and smooth broom finish. This is perfect for a modern and natural take on the pool project.

Finally, its now time to take a dive.