August 2025 Pool of the Month: A Custom Fiberglass Marvel in Union, Kentucky

Sometimes the most challenging pool projects result in the most rewarding outcomes. Leisure Pools’ August 2025 Pool of the Month, built by Leisure Pools Northern Kentucky in a Union, Kentucky neighborhood, is a perfect example of how determination, creativity, and expert craftsmanship can transform a simple backyard into an extraordinary aquatic paradise.

When this homeowner approached Leisure Pools Northern Kentucky with her wish list, she had some very specific requirements that would test the limits of what’s possible with a fiberglass pool installation. She wanted:

• The Mediterranean 40-foot pool from Leisure Pools with diving board
• A fully enclosed custom tube slide (not a standard residential slide)
• The Calvi spa that could operate year-round
• The Opal tanning ledge
• Everything to match in Sapphire Blue

Many pool builders might have tried to talk her out of some of these features, especially the custom tube slide. But Leisure Pools Northern Kentucky saw an opportunity to prove that fiberglass pools can be completely customized when you think beyond the shell itself.

What started as a flat, simple backyard with just a patio quickly revealed significant challenges. The biggest hurdle? A sewer line ran directly through the exact location where the pool needed to be positioned to accommodate the custom slide and maintain proper angles from the deck.

Rather than compromise the design, the homeowner made the investment to have the entire sewer line relocated. This wasn’t just about placing a pool; it was also about creating the exact vision she had in mind.

The centerpiece of this installation is undoubtedly the custom tube slide. Since no residential manufacturer made what the homeowner wanted, Leisure Pools Northern Kentucky sourced a fully enclosed tubular slide from a company that typically builds slides for water parks. The slide was custom engineered based on the exact pool dimensions, deck height and distance specifications.

The slide features:

• Multiple 3-foot sections that bolt together
• Strategic turns and bends to ensure proper speed and safety
• Its own dedicated 3-inch water line and pump system
• Custom blue finish to match the pool

The finished installation showcases a Mediterranean 40-foot Sapphire Blue fiberglass pool that includes:

• The spa: Separate equipment pack allows year-round operation
• The tanning ledge in matching Sapphire Blue
• Diving board: Integrated into the 40-foot design
• Custom slide: Fully enclosed tube slide with dedicated water system
• Hardscaping: Concrete decking with poured concrete coping on spa and tanning ledge
• Safety features: Handrails and equipment enclosure

This project perfectly demonstrates that while you can’t customize the shape or size of a fiberglass pool shell, you can absolutely customize everything around it to create a completely unique installation. The result doesn’t look like anyone else’s backyard pool. Instead, it looks like a custom resort.

The project required careful sequencing, with the pool installation completed first, followed by all the custom features. The tube slide was the final piece, requiring precise assembly of the multiple sections to achieve the correct angles and water flow.

Access was excellent for the installation, with equipment able to reach the backyard from the side yard without requiring crane work over the house. However, the customization aspects—particularly the slide assembly and water line integration—presented unique challenges that the pool installation team successfully navigated.

This backyard pool installation represents the kind of turnkey service that sets exceptional pool builders apart. Operating as a full-service company that handles everything “from permits to pool school,” Leisure Pools Northern Kentucky has established itself as a leader in the Northern Kentucky market.

The company has experienced remarkable growth, completing 42 pools last year and projecting 50 installations this year. They’ve also expanded into Cincinnati, demonstrating the success that comes from combining quality products with exceptional service.

Today, this Union, Kentucky backyard features a resort-style aquatic environment that serves multiple generations. Built primarily for the homeowner’s grandchildren, the installation includes safety features, year-round usability and entertainment value that will provide enjoyment for years to come.

The project stands as proof that with the right builder, vision and commitment to quality, even the most ambitious fiberglass pool dreams can become reality. It’s a perfect example of why fiberglass pools continue to gain popularity among discerning homeowners who want both durability and customization options.

Leisure Pools Northern Kentucky is in Walton, Kentucky, and serves the Northern Kentucky region with complete pool installation and outdoor living services. To get your backyard resort dreams to come true, connect with your local Leisure Pools’ dealer today.