Complete Sizing Guide
Inground Pool Sizing Guide
Choose the right shape and size for your yard, family, and budget. Every
dimension decision you will make before ordering an inground pool kit.
Main Shapes
Standard Wall Height
Deep Wall Option
Min Clearance
Shape First
Choose Your Pool Shape
Shape is the first decision — it affects yard fit, cost, and how the pool is used day to day.
Most Popular · Versatile
Rectangle
Clean lines, maximum swim area per square foot, easiest to fit in most yards. Most affordable shape at equivalent size.
Maximum usable swim space
Lowest cost at equivalent size
Works with all decking and coping styles
Best for lap swimming and exercise
Elegant · Roman-Inspired
Grecian
A rectangle with angled corners — more elegant, finished look. Slightly
less swim area at equivalent footprint but significantly more visual
appeal.
More elegant appearance than rectangle
Works well with formal landscaping
Slightly less swim area than rectangle at same size
Slightly higher cost than rectangle
Multi-Depth · Family
True-L Shape
Two distinct zones — a shallow area for kids and a deeper area for adults. Requires more yard space but gives maximum versatility.
Two distinct depth zones in one pool
Ideal for families with mixed ages
Requires the most yard space
Higher cost than rectangle or grecian
Dual Zone · Modern
Lazy-L Shape
Similar to True-L but with a diagonal transition between sections. More
contemporary look, fits some yards where True-L does not work.
More modern look than True-L
Dual-zone functionality
Premium price point
Requires careful yard measurement before ordering
Wall Height
42" Vs. 48" Wall Height
Standard · Most Common
42" Steel Wall
The standard wall height for residential inground pools. Adequate depth for comfortable swimming and most configurations. Most buyers choose 42" — it is the right call for the majority of pools.
Lower cost — included as standard
Most common — contractors are most familiar with it
Adequate depth for comfortable family use
Upgrade · +6" Depth
48" Steel Wall
6 extra inches of depth throughout the pool. Worth it if you plan a deeper end, want more comfortable diving depth, or have specific code requirements.
More comfortable swimming depth for taller adults
Better for diving configurations
May be required by local code in some areas
Additional cost — call us for your specific kit pricing
Available Kits
Sizes And Pricing By Kit
Value Starter
Shape: Rectangle
Standard Size: 12x24
Wall Options: 42" Steel · 48" Steel
Starting At: $8,499
Family Rectangle
Shape: Rectangle
Standard Size: 16x32
Wall Options: 42" Steel · 48" Steel · 42" Polymer
Starting At: $9,999
Family Rectangle Premium
Shape: Rectangle
Standard Size: 16x32
Wall Options: 42" Steel · 48" Steel · 42" Polymer
Starting At: $11,599
Entertainer
Shape: Rectangle
Standard Size: 18x36
Wall Options: 42" Steel · 48" Steel · 42" Polymer
Starting At: $12,499
Classic Grecian
Shape: Grecian
Standard Size: 16x32
Wall Options: 42" Steel · 48" Steel
Starting At: $8,999
Premium Grecian
Shape: Grecian
Standard Size: 18x36
Wall Options: 42" Steel · 48" Steel · 42" Polymer
Starting At: $11,699
L-Shape Dual Zone
Shape: True-L / Lazy-L
Standard Size: 16x32 + 8x16
Wall Options: 42" Steel · 48" Steel
Starting At: $10,899
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Not Sure Which Size Is
Right For You?
Tell us your yard dimensions and how you plan to use the pool — we will recommend the right shape and size.