Putting in an Indoor Pool

[Voosch]

My question is that we are installing a inground pool inside of our existing Garage that will be 14' by 33'. My question Is the framing consists of inside walls of Wood & Brick on the outside walls. If one uses MagnesiaCore on the walls and then uses a top brand dehumidifier will be Ok as far as Humidity & Mold because of the Wood that is In the structure. Look forward in hearing back with all comments. Thanks Viki

[Marin]

I can give you my penny & a half. I've worked on 1 indoor pool in the last 20 years. It seemed well built and had a very large dehumidifier, though I can't speak whether it was a good one or not. The room wasn't much larger than the pool, just enough for a 4' skirt deck. The walls were all brick and unaffected. The ceiling, however, was drywall and showed signs of mildew.
They did have many windows that opened, which helped to vent the room. I believe they had an exhaust fan also.

Good luck, hopefully someone with more experience on this will chime in.

[PoolDoc]

Some basic points that many miss in indoor pools:

1. You must design the pool so that all elements of the build are EITHER
==> kept warm to prevent condensation, OR
==> waterproof, corrosion resistant outdoor construction.

2. Use treated wood and approved fasteners throughout.

3. Use bathroom grade sheet rock.

4. Use outdoor wiring techniques. Use outdoor lamps. Do NOT use embedded light fixtures; it's almost impossible to avoid condensation & corrosion if you do.

5. Place as little wiring in the pool enclosure as possible. Do NOT place electrical breaker panels in the pool enclosure.

6. Oversize the filter, undersize (or right size) the pump; use a 2-speed motor; run on low 24/7, except when cleaning.

[Voosch]

Thank You Doc Pool for your input on my question about building a indoor pool. It was very helpful.

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Thank You Marin! I appreciate your answer to my question. Thanks Again Viki

[vinper]

you do not need top brand dehumidifier you need one sized based on Engineered design & caculations