The end element, Porocell Big EndBlock EPS30 polystyrene block 160 x 97 x 31.5 mm, is used to finish the blocks in the corners of the pool.
Thanks to their shape, Porocell blocks make pool construction easy even for DIY installation, with no need for formwork or additional thermal insulation. The system consists of high-density extruded polystyrene blocks that can be cut every 25 cm with a knife or saw. Every pool component, such as skimmers, nozzles, underwater lights, or counter-current systems, can be installed easily and precisely. The easy workability of the material gives great freedom in choosing the pool shape and excellent adaptability to the selected dimensions.
The blocks are installed on a reinforced concrete slab and, after reinforcement with steel rebar, are filled with ready-mix concrete. Geotextile is attached to the base slab and along the perimeter walls. In the case of prefabricated replaceable liners, profiles are fixed to the pool edges, allowing the liner to be easily secured; alternatively, heavy-duty pool liners are applied by welding.
Up to 80% of heat escapes from the pool through the water surface. Nevertheless, it is highly recommended to thermally insulate the pool walls as well. By using Porocell blocks, the water in the pool heats up faster, so the swimming season can start earlier and last longer, even toward the end of summer. Pools built from Porocell make use of solar radiation to warm the pool water. By using heat from a heat pump, you can enjoy the benefits of your pool significantly longer than with other types of pools.
The pool perimeter walls are also affected by temperature fluctuations and frost, which can cause expansion and stress that may damage the pool liner or even the structure itself. The Porocell system resists these effects and absorbs all stresses.