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SWIMMING POOL CONSTRUCTION
SWIMMING POOL CONSTRUCTION
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• Extensive range of functional trims to create Finnish, Wiesbaden, Berlin and other pool overflows
• Overflow channels for ceramic-lined systems
• Shallow drainage channel for the pool rim area
• Curved and cove base ceramic beading system for inside and outside corners
• Addition of a cove base for wet areas to match the design of the ABERDEEN, CROSSOVER, MY EARTH and X-PLANE ranges
SoleVital, Bad Lear Photo: Andreas Secci, ARCHITECTURAL PHOTOGRAPHY
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Olympic training center, Saarbrücken · Photo: Johannes-Maria Schlorke · Tile range: PRO ARCHITECTURA
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Rehazenter, Luxembourg · Architects: m3 architectes s.a. - Dell, Linster, Lucas, Luxembourg · Photo: Weber, Luxembourg · Tile range: PRO ARCHITECTURA
Swimming pool construction
Fächerbad Karlsruhe · Photo: Daniel Vieser Architekturfotografie, Karlsruhe · Tile ranges: PRO ARCHITECTURA, PURE LINE
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“Fron Badeland”, Norway· Photo: www.imagephoto.no
Swimming pool construction
Impressive technology and versatile design: thanks to
the fact that its modular product range is always up to
date, Villeroy & Boch Tiles is the competent partner for
both the construction and renovation of swimming pools
and wellness facilities.
In addition to all the essential channel systems, our
range includes a wide variety of supplemental functional
trims and strips for swimming pools of all kinds.
As a single-source supplier, we recognise the importance
of offering attractive, high-quality tile ranges for the sur-
rounding areas, wellness facilities, catering and food
service areas and other functional rooms, too. In particu-
lar, this includes the PRO ARCHITECTURA colour and
format system, as well as the various vilbostone porce-
lain stoneware ranges in a wide selection of designs.
We are able to assist architects and engineers in the
planning of their projects with the following services:
• Individual technical advice for new construction and
renovation projects
• CAD-aided detailed technical and design planning
• Customised tender texts
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Swimming pool construction
In order to satisfy the design demands of modern plan-
ning, comprehensive technical renovation work that is in
keeping with modern standards, and accurate restora-
tion, we offer an extremely wide range of trim systems
for the realisation of swimming pools that are technically
perfect.
With our system ranges, which not only offer the neces-
sary technical properties, but also attractive designs
for all areas of a swimming pool, products from
Villeroy & Boch Tiles ensure that architects and planners
have full scope for individual design.
In addition to the extensive PRO ARCHITECTURA colour
and format system, we recommend our vilbostone por-
celain stoneware ranges, which are sure to impress on
both a technical and design level.
The HUDSON, MY EARTH and X-PLANE ranges are of
particular note here. Thanks to their natural charm and
warm atmosphere they have already made their mark in
numerous projects.
For the first time, Villeroy & Boch Tiles is also offering
cove base trims to match the popular ABERDEEN,
CROSS OVER, MY EARTH and X-PLANE design ranges.
We are one of the first manufacturers to offer architects
and planners a way of realising high-quality design con-
cepts in functional areas, such as shower areas, chang-
ing facilities and toilets, without having to forego the
technical advantages of a cove base.
Hallenfreizeitbad (indoor leisure pool) Karben, Architects: Werk 9 architekten + ingenieure GmbH, Herzebrock-Clarholz and Cologne · Tile range: MY EARTH
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Swimming pool construction
Hallenfreizeitbad (indoor leisure pool) Karben, Architects: Werk 9 architekten + ingenieure GmbH, Herzebrock-Clarholz and Cologne · Tile range: MY EARTH
SoleVital, Bad Lear: Photo: Andreas Secci, ARCHITECTURAL PHOTOGRAPHY
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Aquapark Bruntál, Czech Republic
Swimming pool construction
Finkensteinallee, Berlin: Photo: Tobias Reckert
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The line of swimming pool ceramics consists of modular
trims in a nominal length of 200 mm (195 mm + 5 mm
joint) and modular tiles from the PRO ARCHITECTURA
range. Modular tiles are based on the basic module “M”
(100 mm) and multiples thereof, plus smaller supple-
mentary dimensions, e.g. 50 mm. The modular dimensi-
ons of our tiles and functional trims are derived from the
factory dimensions plus the joint width. The smaller the
tile/functional trim, the smaller the joint can be. The
resulting modular dimension will not change.
These meshes are applied to the rear of the tiles. When
laying tiles in this manner, binding confirmation of suita-
bility is required from the manufacturer for underwater
areas or areas which are subject to intermittent flooding
(in acc. with ZDB leaflet “Swimming pool construction”
of January 2019, point 9.1).
This confirmation of suitability for Villeroy & Boch
mosaics was prepared by an independent institute and
can be submitted if required.
If no such confirmation of suitability is available, a suita-
ble mesh, e.g. made of paper, is to be applied to the
visible side of the tiles.
Formats larger than 10 x 10 cm are supplied loose in the
box.
All pool dimensions (rough shell and finished), fixtures,
recesses for inlets and drains must be coordinated. The
rough shell planning is made on the basis of the tile plan-
ning. The V&B Fliesen GmbH tile planning service is free
of charge.
Please contact your sales agent or the Planning Depart-
ment directly, at
Project planning – Technology and Design
Tel.: +49 (0) 6864 – 81 3245
Fax: +49 (0) 6864 – 81 3592
E-Mail: [email protected]
das blau, St. Ingbert · Planners: Berwanger Architekten, St. Wendel
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The following drawings were produced by the company V&B Fliesen GmbH. The user is responsible for verifying
the correctness and suitability of the variant concerned. V&B Fliesen GmbH provides no guarantee and shall not be
held liable in this connection.
n x
100
+ 5
mm
XX
ca. 5
0
200 200 200 200 200
5195
5195
5195
5195
5195
5
Position from edge = n x 200 + 102,5 mm
Rough shell = n x 200 + 127,5 mm
Finished dimension = n x 200 + 5 mm
Centre distance = n x 200 mm Position from edge = n x 200 + 102,5 mm
Rough shell = n x 200 + 127,5 mm
Rough shell dimension = Finished dimension + 2 x 25 mm
The (nominal) length of the functional trims (200 mm)determines a basic linear division for the dimensions of the pool in multiples of 200 mm. As in masonry, this is a break dimension and an additional joint must be included.
• The finished length of the pool is therefore calculated as follows: finished length = n x 200 mm + 5 mm
• The rough shell length is calculated as follows: Rough shell length = finished length + 2 x construction thickness of walls The walls are made of plaster, mortar and tiles = generally 25 mm. The rough shell length is therefore the finished length + 50 mm.• The position of the drains: position from edge = n x 200 mm + 102.5 mm• The axial spacing of the drains is: centre distance = n x 200 mm• The pool depth is calculated by: depth = height of trim + n x 100 mm + 5 mmTo allow continual and uniform overflow, care must be taken when laying the pool edge that it is perfectly hori-zontal and level. According to the German “Guidelines for pool construction” deviations in height of +/- 2 mm are acceptable.
Special notes:
All system components and trims are made by order for your specific project.
After clarification of technical feasibility, other colours from the PRO ARCHITECTURA range are available on request for an extra charge of 30%.
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A
B
C
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7563
75105
305
110100
35
4862
3652
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4862
53
449
Drain funnel Drain funnel
Drains
Connection with drain connector
The number of drains depends on the size of the pool,
the size of the overflow channels and the water circula-
tion, and has to be calculated by a water-treatment firm.
Approx. 2 – 3.5 m can be taken as a general guideline for
the centre distance, depending on the overflow system.
Drain funnels (available from manufacturers of accesso-
ries) should be concreted in to compensate for installa-
tion tolerances in the drain piping.
Villeroy & Boch Tiles supplies drain connectors or whis-
pering drains to connect the tiles around the drain to the
piping. These should be ordered separately. As shown in
the installation instructions, the tiler should attach the
short connector under the drain with epoxy resin.
The whispering drain is inserted from above and secured
with a rubber seal.
Special note:Outlet connectors and whispering drains must be ordered separately.
Art. 3972Whispering drain Ø 75 mmFlange Ø 105 mmPlastic, grey, PP72 Draining volume max. 7,2 m³/hPrice group E139
Art. 3952Drain connectorØ 100 mmPlastic, yellow, PP71Price group E54
Art. 3962Whispering drain Ø 48 mmFlange Ø 62 mmPlastic, grey, PP72 Draining volume max. 2,4 m³/hPrice group E139
Art. 3963Whispering drain Ø 48 mmFlange Ø 62 mmBrass alloy, PP72 Draining volume max. 2,1 m³/hPrice group E139
Connection with whispering drain
Drain dimensions in mmArt. A B C
3631 110 85 110
3661 75 50 75
3671 116 85 110
3681 155 85 110
3691 155 85 110
3601 93 85 85
3621 48.5 50 75
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PRO ARCHITECTURA
PN13 t260 70 10
PN16 t230 70 10
PN19 t 190 70 10
PN22 t150 70 20
PN25 z120 70 30
PN28 z 095 80 30
PN31 z 080 90 20
PN34 t 070 90 20
PN37 t 040 70 20
PN14 t 260 60 15
PN17 r230 60 15
PN20 r190 70 20
PN23 r150 60 20
PN26 z120 60 30
PN29 z095 80 40
PN32 z 070 80 20
PN35 t 060 70 30
PN38 t 030 60 20
PN15 t 260 50 20
PN18 r230 50 20
PN21 r 190 60 25
PN24 r160 50 25
PN27 z 120 60 40
PN30 r 090 80 60
PN33 t070 70 40
PN36 r 060 70 40
PN39 t 030 50 20
PN85260 60 15
PN86230 60 10
PN87190 60 20
PN88150 60 20
PN89120 60 30
PN90090 70 50
PN91070 70 30
PN92070 80 30
PN93030 40 20
aquamarineLine
turquoiseLine
jadeLine
berylLine
citrineLine
topazLine
amberLine
carneolLine
GRANIFLOOR
smaragdLine
Neutral Line
911H100 90 05
913H000 75 00
913M000 65 00
913D240 40 05RAL
PN80100 90 05
RAL 9003
RAL 000 85 00
RAL 000 55 00
RAL 000 45 00
RAL 000 15 00
PN81000 85 00
PN82000 65 00
PN83000 45 00
PN84000 25 00RAL
RAL
RAL
RAL
RAL
RAL 085 80 85
RAL 170 40 20
RAL 260 50 30
RAL 270 30 30
RAL 160 60 25
RAL 100 90 05
RAL 060 60 60
RAL 040 50 60
RAL 030 30 40
COLOURS
Glazed vitreous EN 14411-BIb · Walls and floorsGlazed porcelain stoneware EN 14411-BIa · Walls and floors
vilbostone porcelain stoneware EN 14411-BIa · Floor
PN00 z white
PN09 z grey 25%
PN10 r grey 50%
PN11 r grey 75%
PN12 r black
PN05 z yellow
PN50 z ivory
PN06 t orange
PN07 r red
PN08 r dark red
PN02 r dark green
PN03 r blue
PN04 r dark blue
PN01 r green
Glazed vitreous EN 14411-BIb / Glazed porcelain stoneware EN 14411-BIa · Walls and floors
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vilbostone porcelain stoneware EN 14411-BIa · Floor
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Art. 3600
Art. 3601
Art. 3602
Art. 3054
Art. 3017
Art. 3604 Art. 3053
Art. 3605
Art. 3010
Art. 3012
Art. 3013
Art. 3011
Art. 3014
Art. 3015
Art. 3016
Art. 3050
Art. 3051
Art. 3052
Art. 3055
Art. 3019
Art. 3020
Art. 3022
Art. 3021
Art. 3018
Channel Piece
Channel piece
Channel piece with outlet
Channel piece half lenght
Inside corner (Mitred pair)
Outside corner (Mitred pair)
Finnish overflow systemhigh-level system
Grip trough
Grip trough with grating support
Grating support angle
Grating support angle
Grating support (high)
Inside corner (Mitred pair)
Inside corner (Mitred pair)
Outside corner (Mitred pair)
Outside corner (Mitred pair)
Outside corner (Mitred pair)
Outside corner (Mitred pair)
Outside corner (Mitred pair)
Inside corner (Mitred pair)
Stair tread nose & Pool edge
Edge tile
Edge tile (short)
Grooved tile
Ladder
PP09grey 25 %
PP00white
PP31topaz light
PP13aquamarine
light
PP04dark blue
Outside corner (Mitred pair)
PP12black
Inside corner (Mitred pair)
System of colours · Glazed vitreous EN 14411 BIb
PP58white &
dark blue
Swimming pool construction OVERVIEW OF PRODUCTS
PP57white & black
PP56aquamarine light &
black
PP55aquamarine light &
dark blue
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Art. 3670
Art. 3671
Art. 3672
Art. 3674
Art. 3675
Art. 3680
Art. 3681
Art. 3682
Art. 3685
Art. 3690
Art. 3691
Art. 3692
Art. 3694 Art. 3684
Art. 3695
Art. 3660
Art. 3661
Art. 3662
Art. 3664
Art. 3665
Art. 3630
Art. 3631
Art. 3632
Art. 3634
Art. 3635
„Wiesbaden“ large overflow channel high-level system
Chanel piece
Chanel piece with outlet
Chanel piece half length
Inside corner (Mitred pair)
Outside corner (Mitred pair)
„Wiesbaden“ small overflow channelhigh-level system
„Wiesbaden“ large overflow channelwith mosaic recess high-level system
„Wiesbaden“ small overflow channel low-level system
„Wiesbaden“ large overflow channel low-level system
Swimming pool construction OVERVIEW OF PRODUCTS
Art. 3540
Art. 3542
Art. 3544
Art. 3545
Art. 3650
Art. 3652
Art. 3654
Art. 3655
Art. 3160 Art. 3120
Art. 3161 Art. 3121
Art. 3162 Art. 3122
Art. 3163 Art. 3123
Art. 3164 Art. 3124
Art. 3165 Art. 3125
Art. 3166 Art. 3126
Art. 3620
Art. 3621
Art. 3622
Art. 3624
Art. 3626
Art. 3952 Art. 3972 Art. 3963 Art. 3056 PPMD Art. 3056 PPWSArt. 39624862
3652
88 138
7563
75105
4862
53
449
305
110100
35
17
2.00 M2.00 M
„Berlin“ overflow channelhigh-level system
Pool running edgelow-level system
Ceramic channel in the pool rim
Channel piece
Channel piece with outlet
Channel piece half lenght
Inside-/Outside corner
End piece
Curved and cove base ceramic beading
Cove base ceramic beading
Curved ceramic beading
Curved ceramic beading half length
Cove base ceramic beading outside corner
Cove base ceramic beading outside corner
Curved ceramic beading inside corner
Cove base ceramic beading inside corner
Drain connector & Whispering drain Lettering tiles
Drain connector ø 100 mm
Whispering drain ø 75 mm
Outletø 48 mm
Whispering drain ø 48 mm
Swimming pool construction OVERVIEW OF PRODUCTS
Lettering tile printed
Lettering tile engraved
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40
195
25
2595
15
15
170195
180
1550 65
180180
65
2595 120
401525
195 195
170
180
95
655015
19533
20
195 170
180 94
655015
195 195
65
195
31
95
15
115195
31
9595195 195
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Pool edge systems in detailHigh water level/“Finnish” overflow system
Art. 3014Grating supportPP00, PP13Price group E77
f C
Art. 3600Channel piecePP00Price group E54
Art. 3604Inside cornerPP00Price group E95
Art. 3010Grip troughPP55, PP56, PP57, PP58Price group E63
f C
Art. 3054Grooved tilePP00, PP13Price group E47
f C
Art. 3015Inside cornerPP00, PP13Price group E127
f C
Art. 3016Outside cornerPP00, PP13Price group E127
f C
Art. 3602Channel piece, half lengthPP00Price group E39
Art. 3011Angle grating supportPP00Price group E30
Art. 3601Channel piece with outletPP00 Price group E95
Art. 3605Outside cornerPP00 Price group E95
Art. 3012Inside cornerPP55, PP56, PP57, PP58Price group E91
f C
Art. 3013Outside cornerPP55, PP56, PP57, PP58Price group E111
f C
Matching outlets on page 323
Colours
Material vilbostone porcelain stoneware EN 14411-BIa
Applications Pool edge - indoors / outdoors
Actual size see diagrams
Joints approx 5 mm
Finish uni-coloured
Surface | Glaze formed, rough | matt
Calculation unit | Packing Piece | loose in box
Matching wall tiles PRO ARCHITECTURA
Special points
Underwater edges such as steps or the front edge of the “Finnish” system must be accentuated with a stripe of a different colour (PP04, PP12).
In Germany, “Finnish” overflow systems are expected to satisfy the following requirements:• The pool edge must offer something to hold onto (grip).• The grip must be 15 mm high/deep.• The grip must be situated within 100 mm of the vertical wall of
the pool.• The rear side of the grip should be as vertical as possible.• The top of the grip and the vertical wall of the pool must be
accentuated by means of a stripe of contrasting colour measuring at least 2.5 cm across.
• The slope of the washover incline must be max. 10 %, and the surface finish must answer the description of slip resistance category C.
PP55 = PP04 dark blue + PP13 aquamarine
PP56 = PP12 black + PP13 aquamarine
PP57 = PP00 white + PP12 black
PP58 = PP00 white + PP04 dark blue
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High water level/“Finnish” overflow system
High water level - overflow channel with moulded trims
Uses (preferable):Indoor, outdoor, recreation, fun and hotel pools
Pool edge systems in detail
Safety markArt. 3214-Contrast color
Art. 3215Size 97 x 197 x 6
3050
519
73 8
25
353
319
73
197
397
5 15
39
012843327952
114 5 114 5 114 3 250 3
±0.00
Art. 3171 orArt. 3215
Art. 3010 "C" Art. 3054 "C" Art. 3014 "C"
Art. 3600
Inclination 10%
Art. 3011 Art. "B"
30
Water level
15 150 15
Capillary breakingjoint filler
Bonded waterproofing
Watertight concrete
Reaction resin filler
Safety markArt. 3214-Contrast color
Art. 3215Size 97 x 197 x 6 Art. 3103
303
197
3 8
25
234
319
73
197
397
5 15
25
114 5 114 3 252±0.00
Inclination 10%
Art. 3171 orArt. 3215
Art. 3010 "C" Art. 3014 "C" Art. 3011 Art. "B"
30
Water level
25 97 110 64 200
23 147 30
Capillary breakingjoint filler
Bonded waterproofing
Watertight concrete
Reaction resin filler
20
115
25
195
5015
140140
140140
115
195
25
140
195
19525
150
2515
195195
31
9595195 195
19533
20
195
31
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Pool edge systems in detailHigh water level/“Finnish” overflow system
Art. 3010Grip troughPP55, PP56, PP57, PP58Price group E63
f C
Art. 3017Grating support (high)PP55, PP56, PP57, PP58Price group E83
f C
Art. 3019Outside cornerPP55, PP56, PP57, PP58Price group E133
f C
Art. 3021Inside cornerPP55, PP56, PP57, PP58Price group E93
f C
Art. 3018Inside cornerPP55, PP56, PP57, PP58Price group E133
f C
Art. 3020Grip trough with grating supportPP55, PP56, PP57, PP58Price group E65
f C
Art. 3022Outside cornerPP55, PP56, PP57, PP58Price group E114
f C
Art. 3011Angle grating supportPP00Price group E30
Art. 3012Inside cornerPP55, PP56, PP57, PP58Price group E91
f C
Art. 3013Outside cornerPP55, PP56, PP57, PP58Price group E111
f C
Matching outlets on page 323
Colours
Material vilbostone porcelain stoneware EN 14411-BIa
Applications Pool edge - indoors / outdoors
Actual size see diagrams
Joints approx 5 mm
Finish uni-coloured
Surface | Glaze formed, rough | matt
Calculation unit | Packing Piece | loose in box
Matching wall tiles PRO ARCHITECTURA
Special points
Underwater edges such as steps or the front edge of the “Finnish” system must be accentuated with a stripe of a different colour (PP04, PP12).
In Germany, “Finnish” overflow systems are expected to satisfy the following requirements:• The pool edge must offer something to hold onto (grip).• The grip must be 15 mm high/deep.• The grip must be situated within 100 mm of the vertical wall of
the pool.• The rear side of the grip should be as vertical as possible.• The top of the grip and the vertical wall of the pool must be
accentuated by means of a stripe of contrasting colour measuring at least 2.5 cm across.
• The slope of the washover incline must be max. 10 %, and the surface finish must answer the description of slip resistance category C.
PP55 = PP04 dark blue + PP13 aquamarine
PP56 = PP12 black + PP13 aquamarine
PP57 = PP00 white + PP12 black
PP58 = PP00 white + PP04 dark blue
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High water level - overflow channel with moulded trims
Uses (preferable):Indoor, outdoor, recreation, fun and hotel pools
Pool edge systems in detail
Safety markArt. 3214-Contrast color
Art. 3215Size 97 x 197 x 6
303
197
3 9
25
115 3 250
±0.00 Inclination approx. 5%
Art. 3171 orArt. 3215
Art. 3020 "C" Art. 3011 Art. "B"
Water level
319
73
197
397
5 15
3
23 147 2 3025 202051
Capillary breakingjoint filler
Bonded waterproofing
Watertight concrete
Reaction resin filler
Safety markArt. 3214-Contrast color
Art. 3215Size 97 x 197 x 6
303
197
3 8
25
319
73
197
397
5 15
25
114 5 114 3 250 3±0.00
Inclination 10%
Art. 3171 orArt. 3215
Art. 3010 "C" Art. 3017 "C" Art. 3011 Art. "B"
30
Water level
23 147 30
2597 110 62 200
Capillary breakingjoint filler
Bonded waterproofing
Watertight concrete
Reaction resin filler
2222
200
60105
35
195300
40
205
1540
155
200
60105
35
195300
40
205
1540
60105
35200
300
40
205
154095
140
40
40
300
300205
15
105
3560
95
200
395 395195
195195
195
300
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High water level/Large overflow channel ”Wiesbaden”
Art. 3690Channel piecePP00, PP04, PP12, PP13PP00 Price group E118PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E120
Art. 3691Channel piece with outletPP00, PP04, PP12, PP13PP00 Price group E134PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E138
Art. 3692Channel piece, half lengthPP00, PP04, PP12, PP13 PP00 Price group E106PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E110
Art. 3694Inside corner (Mitred pair)PP00, PP04, PP12, PP13 PP00 Price group E174PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E175
Art. 3695Outside corner (Mitred pair)PP00, PP04, PP12, PP13 PP00 Price group E175PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E176
High water level – overflow channel with moulded trims
Uses (preferable): Indoor, outdoor, recreation, fun and hotel pools
Matching outlets on page 323
Pool edge systems in detail
Colours
Material vilbostone porcelain stoneware EN 14411-BIa
Applications Pool edge - indoors / outdoors
Actual size see diagrams
Joints approx 5 mm
Finish uni-coloured
Surface | Glaze formed | matt
Calculation unit | Packing Piece | loose in box
Matching wall tiles PRO ARCHITECTURA
Art. 3107
155
300
2513
530
319
73
197
319
75
200
25 300
Art. 3690
Art. 2 "B" Art. 2 "B"-0.035
±0.00
Inclination
25 300
Water level
22,4 l/m
25
Reaction resin filler
Capillary breakingjoint filler
Bonded waterproofing
Watertight concrete
23 23
105
40
40
140
290
290195
15
3560
290
60
200
40
195
35105
40
195
10
15
155
290
60
200
40
195
35105
40
195
10
15
290
60
40
195
35105
40
10
15
200
95
200
195
195 195
195 395395
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Art. 3680Channel piecePP00, PP04, PP12, PP13PP00 Price group E120PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E122
Art. 3681Channel piece with outletPP00, PP04, PP12, PP13PP00 Price group E129PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E133
Art. 3682Channel piece, half lengthPP00, PP04, PP12, PP13 PP00 Price group E102PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E104
Art. 3684Inside corner (Mitred pair)PP00, PP04, PP12, PP13 PP00 Price group E174PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E175
Art. 3685Outside corner (Mitred pair)PP00, PP04, PP12, PP13 PP00 Price group E158PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E164
High water level – overflow channel with moulded trims
Uses (preferable): Indoor, outdoor, recreation, fun and hotel pools
High water level/Large overflow channel „Wiesbaden“ with mosaik recess
Matching outlets on page 323
Pool edge systems in detail
Colours
Material vilbostone porcelain stoneware EN 14411-BIa
Applications Pool edge - indoors / outdoors
Actual size see diagrams
Joints approx 5 mm
Finish uni-coloured
Surface | Glaze formed | matt
Calculation unit | Packing Piece | loose in box
Matching wall tiles PRO ARCHITECTURA
Art. 2___ "B" Art. 2___ "B"
Art. 3753
155
300
2513
530
223
223
223
223
223
223
223
223
223
223
223
223
223
324
25 300
155
Art. 3680
-0.035
±0.00
Inclination
25 300
Water level
21,3 l/m
25
Reaction resin filler
Capillary breakingjoint filler
Bonded waterproofing
Watertight concrete
24
150
3 1
30
147
0 225195
8
7827
45
116
150
30
147
30 225195
18
7827
45
7827
45
150
30
147
30 2251895
105
18 22530
14722530
7827
45
150
395395
225170
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High water level/Small overflow channel ”Wiesbaden”
Art. 3670Channel piecePP00, PP04, PP12, PP13PP00 Price group E105PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E107
Art. 3671Channel piece with outletPP00, PP04, PP12, PP13PP00 Price group E122PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E125
Art. 3672Channel piece, half lengthPP00, PP04, PP12, PP13 PP00 Price group E93PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E95
Art. 3674Inside corner (Mitred pair)PP00, PP04, PP12, PP13 PP00 Price group E149PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E150
Art. 3675Outside corner (Mitred pair)PP00, PP04, PP12, PP13 PP00 Price group E163PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E164
High water level – overflow channel with moulded trims
Uses (preferable): Indoor, outdoor, recreation, fun and hotel pools
Colours
Material vilbostone porcelain stoneware EN 14411-BIa
Applications Pool edge - indoors / outdoors
Actual size see diagrams
Joints approx 5 mm
Finish uni-coloured
Surface | Glaze formed | matt
Calculation unit | Packing Piece | loose in box
Matching wall tiles PRO ARCHITECTURA
Pool edge systems in detail
Art. 3201
225 47 3 47 3 47 3 47 20 47 3 47 3 47 3
116
397
397
397
397
397
397
397
516
0
2511
525
25 225 172
Art. 3670
-0.02Art. 2706 "B"±0.00
InclinationWater level
11,8 l/m
25
00352
Reaction resin filler
Capillary breakingjoint filler
Bonded waterproofing
Watertight concrete
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25
115
195
160
25110
25
150
5758
352530
2530
150
5758
35
115
160
25
2595 110
2530
150
5758
35
160
25
25160 110
195 195
115
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High water level/Overflow channel ”Berlin“
Art. 3540Pool running edge PP00, PP04, PP12, PP13PP00 Price group E111PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E115
Art. 3542Pool running edge, half lengthPP00, PP04, PP12, PP13PP00 Price group E102PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E102
Art. 3544Inside cornerPP00, PP04, PP12, PP13 PP00 Price group E129PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E134
Art. 3545Outside cornerPP00, PP04, PP12, PP13 PP00 Price group E157PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E158
High water level – overflow channel with moulded trims
Uses (preferable): Indoor, outdoor, recreation, fun and hotel pools
Colours
Material vilbostone porcelain stoneware EN 14411-BIa
Applications Pool edge - indoors / outdoors
Actual size see diagrams
Joints approx 5 mm
Finish uni-coloured
Surface | Glaze formed | matt
Calculation unit | Packing Piece | loose in box
Matching wall tiles PRO ARCHITECTURA
Pool edge systems in detail
Art. 3215
25 300
30
319
73
197
318
25
115
100 42 209
Art. 3103
40 l/m
Art. 2___ "B"
Art. 3215
150
160
±0.00
Reaction resin filler
Bonded waterproofing
Inclination
Art. 3103 orArt. 3171
Art. 3540 Art. 3011
303
197
3 6
25
31 4 147 4 30
Water level
4102
4
30 3 335 3
Capillary breakingjoint filler
Watertight concrete
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26
140
195 15530
30 215
108
32
1105
140
15530
19530 215
108
32
108
32140
15530
30 21595
30
30
215155215
140 108
32
180 215
140
395395
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Low water level/Large overflow channel ”Wiesbaden“
Art. 3630Channel piecePP00, PP04, PP12, PP13Price group E104
Art. 3631Channel piece with outletPP00, PP04, PP12, PP13Price group E127
Art. 3632Channel piece, half lengthPP00, PP04, PP12, PP13 PP00 Price group E89PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E93
Art. 3634Inside corner (Mitred pair)PP00, PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E148
Art. 3635Outside corner (Mitred pair)PP00, PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E164
Low water level – overflow channel with moulded trims
Uses (preferable): Indoor, outdoor, recreation, fun and hotel pools
Pool edge systems in detail
Colours
Material vilbostone porcelain stoneware EN 14411-BIa
Applications Pool edge - indoors / outdoors
Actual size see diagrams
Joints approx 5 mm
Finish uni-coloured
Surface | Glaze formed | matt
Calculation unit | Packing Piece | loose in box
Matching wall tiles PRO ARCHITECTURA
482
2514
025
25 215
232
242
33
319
73
197
514
016
011
5
25 300
z.B. Art. 2405 "B"
Art. 3107
Art. 3107±0.00
InclinationArt. 3650
Art. 3630
43 5 147 3 147 3 147 20 147 3
215 25
Water level
13,9 l/m
180
2552
Reaction resin filler
Capillary breakingjoint filler
Bonded waterproofing
Watertight concrete
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27
2594
100
195
25
145
105
26
3075
75
100
2594
195
25
145
105
26
3075
2594
25
145
105
26
3075
100
95
145
130
2594
25
145
105
26
3075
195195
50
145
100
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Low water level/Small overflow channel ”Wiesbaden“
Art. 3660Channel piecePP00, PP04, PP12, PP13PP00 Price group E100PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E102
Art. 3661Channel piece with outletPP00, PP04, PP12, PP13PP00 Price group E120PP13 Price group E121PP04, PP12 Price group E122
Art. 3662Channel piece, half lengthPP00, PP04, PP12, PP13 PP00 Price group E83PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E84
Art. 3664Inside corner (Mitred pair)PP00, PP04, PP12, PP13 PP00 Price group E144PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E148
Art. 3665Outside corner (Mitred pair)PP00, PP04, PP12, PP13 PP00 Price group E148PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E150
Low water level – overflow channel with moulded trims
Uses (preferable): Indoor, outdoor, recreation, fun and hotel pools
Pool edge systems in detail
Colours
Material vilbostone porcelain stoneware EN 14411-BIa
Applications Pool edge - indoors / outdoors
Actual size see diagrams
Joints approx 5 mm
Finish uni-coloured
Surface | Glaze formed | matt
Calculation unit | Packing Piece | loose in box
Matching wall tiles PRO ARCHITECTURA
6,5 l/m
Art. 3107
75
43 5 147 3 147 20 147 3
25 300
2513
0
Art. 2405 "B"
Art. 3107
±0.00
Art. 3650
Art. 3660
25 120 25
319
73
197
510
030
410
011
5
Water level
180
2552
Reaction resin filler
Capillary breakingjoint filler
Bonded waterproofing
Watertight concrete
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115
38
25
195 160
20
115
16038
25
2095
115
20
180
160
3825
52
115
180
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Note:
To ensure swimming pool water of hygienic quality, the water is to be treated and disinfected in accordance
with DIN 19643-1 (treatment of water for swimming pools). To prevent fungal attack, the surfacing is to undergo
thorough cleaning once annually, replacing the entire filling of water.
High water level/Zürich channel with pool edge
Art. 3650Pool running edgePP00, PP04, PP12, PP13, PP31PP00 Price group E109PP04, PP12, PP13, PP31 Price group E116
Art. 3652Pool running edge, half lengthPP00, PP04, PP12, PP13, PP31PP00, PP31 Price group E94PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E98
Art. 3654Inside corner (Mitred pair)PP00, PP04, PP12, PP13, PP31 PP00 Price group E126PP04, PP12, PP13, PP31 Price group E129
Art. 3655Outside corner (Mitred pair)PP00, PP04, PP12, PP13, PP31 PP00 Price group E150PP04, PP12, PP13, PP31 Price group E154
Pool edge systems in detail
Colours
Material vilbostone porcelain stoneware EN 14411-BIa
Applications Pool edge - indoors / outdoors
Actual size see diagrams
Joints approx 5 mm
Finish uni-coloured
Surface | Glaze formed | matt
Calculation unit | Packing Piece | loose in box
Matching wall tiles PRO ARCHITECTURA
Art. 3215
Art. 3350
Art. 3650Art. 3215
±0.00Art. 3011 Art. "B"
Water level 18043 5 197 3 250 3
39
253
197
4 8
25
209
2330
2025
1933
Capillary breakingjoint filler
297
511
5
25 20 205 51 201
High water level – overflow channel with moulded trims
Uses (preferable): Indoor, outdoor, recreation, fun and hotel pools
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Low water level/„Skimmer“ system with OUTDOOR TILE (20 mm)
High water level/“St. Moritz“ system
• The rounded-off pool border is higher than the pool surrounding.• The water level is approximately
50-60 cm above the pool surroun-ding.
• The water flows over the pool border, running down the outside and into the overflow channel, which is flush with the
pool surrounding. The overflow is executed either as a shallow, open trough or as a grate-covered, tiled channel.• Small format tiles are preferable.• With deference to possible erosion, epoxy resin should be
used for filling the joints.
Pool edge systems in detail
±0.00
Outdoor Tile RH "R11/B"
Water level
10
5
Skimmer accordingmanufacturers
instructions
5 205 2025 572 5
Bonded waterproofing
Art. 2641 "B"
Art. 3215
Art. 3103
Art. 3753Art. 3215
Art. 3010
Art. 3011 Art. 3011
3031477029025
3011
525
585
25
2517025
197
319
73
197
319
73
197
3
15
-0.59
±0.00
Inclination
Water level
30
115
115
Reaction resin filler
Capillary breakingjoint filler
Bonded waterproofing
Watertight concrete
Low water level – ”Skimmer” system
Uses (preferable): Private pools
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• As a rule, the therapist’s gallery should run along one
side of the pool and have a minimum width of 75 cm
and a minimum depth of 80 cm.
• A handrail or ledge must be provided at the edge of
the pool (water level).
• The steps must be at least 60 cm wide. The tread is
30 cm with a step height of 0.07 to 0.12 m. A handrail
must be attached on both sides.
• The maximum slope for ramps is 15 %.
In Germany, the design and construction of medi cinal
baths is subject to the following basic rules:
• The minimum dimensions for therapy pools are
3 x 4 m.
• The minimum water depth is 0.5 m for children and
0.8 m for adults.
• The maximum water depth is 1.35 m.
• The pool must have an overflow channel running along
all its sides. Skimmers are not acceptable for hygienic
reasons.
• The slope of the pool’s floor should ideally be
constant, and should not exceed 4%.
Therapy pools
Special designs
145 25
2510
0
25120 25 192 25
633
337
25 294
123 5 48 2 48 2 48 5
973
973
973
973
973
973
973
975
100
305
15
10
485
52
482
482
482
482
482
482
482
482
482
482
485
211
25
6,5 l/m
Art. 3709
Art. 3709
Art. 3201
Art. 3709
Art. 3161+0.09
-0.703
2
1±0.00
Art. 3660
Art.3161
Water level
1 2 3
535
535
535 535
535
48
Art. 2200 "B" Art. 2072 "B"
Beton
Reaction resin filler
Capillary breakingjoint filler
Bonded waterproofing
Watertight concrete
= Elastic joint sealant
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Therapy pools
Special designs
512
325
31473147
2536025
288123
260
75
973
973
973
973
973
973
973
973
975
100
305
97
25145
7725
2513
0
6,5 l/m
Art. 3201 Art. 3753
+0.13
-0.77
3
4
2
1±0.00
Art. 3660
Water level
1 2 3 4
Art. 2404 "B"
Reaction resin filler
Capillary breakingjoint filler
Bonded waterproofing
Watertight concrete
= Elastic joint sealant
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10
47115 115
195 195
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Art. 3050Edge tilePP55, PP56, PP57, PP58Price group E49
f C
Art. 3051Edge tile, inside cornerPP55, PP56, PP57, PP58 Price group E116
f C
Art. 3052Edge tile, outside cornerPP55, PP56, PP57, PP58Price group E131
f C
Art. 3053Edge tile (short)PP00, PP04, PP12Price group E43
f C
Pool access steps
PP55 = PP04 dark blue + PP13 aquamarine
Pool edge systems in detail - Fixtures
PP56 = PP12 black + PP13 aquamarine
PP57 = PP00 white + PP12 black
Colours
Material vilbostone porcelain stoneware EN 14411-BIa
Applications Pool edge - indoors / outdoors
Actual size see diagrams
Joints approx 5 mm
Finish uni-coloured
Surface | Glaze formed, rough | matt
Calculation unit | Packing Piece | loose in box
Matching wall tiles PRO ARCHITECTURA
Special pointsUnderwater edges such as steps or the front edge of the “Finnish” system must be accentuated with a stripe of a different colour (PP04, PP12).
PP58 = PP00 white + PP04 dark blue
Art. 3215
30
300 300 300 00352
115 3 179 3
303
144
3 10
303
144
3 10
120
40
1153
1793
300
115 3 179 3
Art. 3103
303
197
3 8
25
234
114 5 114 3 252
-0.16
-0.32
-0.48
Art. 3214 "C"
Art. 3214 "C"
Art. 3214 "C"
±0.00
Inclination 10%
Art. "B"
or Art. 3054 "C"
or Art. 3054 "C"
or Art. 3054 "C"
Art. 3171 orArt. 3215
Art. 3011Art. 3014 "C"Art. 3010 "C"
Art. 3050 "C"
Art. 3050 "C"
Art. 3050 "C"
30
Water level
25 97 110 64 200
23 147 30
Reaction resin filler
Capillary breakingjoint filler
Bonded waterproofing
Watertight concreteTop concrete layer
Art. 2576-SD2BBonded waterproofing
Art. 2526-SD2R "C"Art. 3053
300
56 3 236 5 56 3 236
10
33
195
50
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Ladder
Art. 3055LadderPP00, PP13 Price group E105
f C
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Colours
Material vilbostone porcelain stoneware EN 14411-BIa
Applications Ladder - indoors / outdoors
Actual size see diagrams
Joints approx 5 mm
Finish uni-coloured
Surface | Glaze formed | matt
Calculation unit | Packing Piece | loose in box
Matching wall tiles PRO ARCHITECTURA
100 156 25
156 25
80 2 80 19
6
3
97 3 44 3 25
Art. 3201
Art. 3213
Art. 3215Size 97 x 197 x 6
Safety markArt. 3214-Contrast color
Art. 3055
303
197
3 8
25
114 5 114 3 250 3
397
319
73
197
319
73
197
319
73
975 15
25
306
307
307
52003
25 256 144 156
Art. ____ "B"
±0.00
Incli-nation 10%
Art. 3171 orArt. 3215
Art. 3011Art. 3017 "C"Art. 3010 "C"
30
Water level
23 147 30
Reaction resin filler
Capillary breakingjoint filler
Bonded waterproofing
Watertight concrete
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197
535
535
197
527
527
535
53597
527
97
527
535
535
275
527
535
9797
527
4747
1975
43 10
197
8
519
8
195
543
97 97
10
51 98
47 47
43 5435
105
43
85
19
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Art. 3161Curved ceramic beading, r=55PP00, PP04, PP12, PP13PP00 Price group E28PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E37
Art. 3160Cove base ceramic beading, r=45PP00, PP04, PP12, PP13Price group E36
Art. 3163Cove base ceramic beading Outside cornerPP00, PP04, PP12, PP13PP00 Price group E73PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E74
Art. 3166Cove base ceramic beading Inside cornerPP00, PP04, PP12, PP13Price group E36
Art. 3162Curved ceramic beadingr=55, half lengthPP00, PP04, PP12, PP13PP00 Price group E28PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E28
Art. 3164Curved ceramic beading Outside cornerPP00, PP04, PP12, PP13PP00 Price group E63PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E74
Art. 3165Curved ceramic beadingInside cornerPP00, PP04, PP12, PP13PP00 Price group E79PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E84
Curved and cove base ceramic beading
Art. 3121Curved ceramic beading, r=30PP00, PP04, PP12, PP13PP00 Price group E16PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E23
Art. 3120Cove base ceramic beading, r=20PP00, PP04, PP12, PP13PP00 Price group E18PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E18
Art. 3123Cove base ceramic beading Outside cornerPP00, PP04, PP12, PP13PP00 Price group E54PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E57
Art. 3126Cove base ceramic beading Inside cornerPP00, PP04, PP12, PP13PP00 Price group E28PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E37
Art. 3122Curved ceramic beadingr=30, half lengthPP00, PP04, PP12, PP13PP00 Price group E15PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E16
Art. 3124Curved ceramic beading Outside cornerPP00, PP04, PP12, PP13PP00 Price group E37PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E43
Art. 3125Curved ceramic beading Inside cornerPP00, PP04, PP12, PP13PP00 Price group E70PP04, PP12, PP13 Price group E74
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Colours
Material vilbostone porcelain stoneware EN 14411-BIa
Applications Pool edge - indoors / outdoors
Actual size see diagrams
Joints approx 3 mm
Finish uni-coloured
Surface | Glaze formed | matt
Calculation unit | Packing Piece | loose in box
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Curved and cove base ceramic beading
Pool edge systems in detail - Fixtures
Art. 3709
Art. 3709
Art. 3709
25
155
25
25
25
104
2511
044
82 5 00352
106 5 300 210 20
412 64 82 30
Art. 3690
Art. 3161
Art. 3160Art. 3121-0.51
-0.035
Art. 2641 "B"Art. 2641 "B"±0.00
Inclination
Water level
23,8 l/m
10
Reaction resin filler
Capillary breakingjoint filler
Watertight concrete
Top concrete layer
Bonded waterproofing
36
197150
35
150150
35
197150
35
197150
35
35
97150
2.00 M2.00 M
Art. 3056
PPMD
f C
Art. 3056
PPWS
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Art. 3620Channel piecePP00, PP09, PP12, PP31Price group E39
S R10 f B
Art. 3624Inside corner/Outside cornerPP00, PP09, PP12, PP31Price group E101
S R10 f B
Art. 3621Channel piece with outletPP00, PP09, PP12, PP31Price group E96
S R10 f B
Art. 3626End piecePP00, PP09, PP12, PP31Price group E83
S R10 f B
Art. 3622Channel piece, half lengthPP00, PP09, PP12, PP31Price group E29
S R10 f B
Ceramic channel in the pool rim
Drainage channel in the pool surrounding
Functional trims for pool surrounding
Colours
Material vilbostone porcelain stoneware EN 14411-BIa
Applications Pool rim - indoors / outdoors
Actual size see diagrams
Joints approx 3 mm
Finish uni
Surface | Glaze formed | matt
Calculation unit | Packing Piece | loose in box
Recommended floor tile CROSSOVER, MY EARTH, PRO ARCHITECTURA,X-PLANE, HUDSON
Art. 2200 "B" InclinationInclination Art. 3620 "B"
3 97 3 97 3 150 3 97 3 97 3
1535 Bonded waterproofing
Pool surroundingconcrete construction
Lettering tile printed
Lettering tile engraved
Custom-made production. Price on request.
Custom-made production. Price on request.
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Pools made of watertight concrete
The pool is constructed using watertight concrete (con-
crete with a high level of resistance to water penetration)
in accordance with DIN 1045 / EN 206 and based on static
calculations. The structure must be kept free of cracks.
Information on the construction of pools in watertight
concrete is provided in the leaflet “Swimming and bath-
ing pools made of reinforced concrete”, published by
Deutsche Gesellschaft für das Badewesen e.V., and in the
ZDB leaflet ”Swimming pool construction” (January
2019).
Pools to be clad with tiles are generally made of reinforced
concrete as per DIN 1045 / EN 206.
In some cases, pools made of stainless steel, e.g. on pleas-
ure cruisers, or plastic can also be lined with vitreous tiles.
The following considerations apply exclusively to rein-
forced waterlight concrete pools.
This can be achieved by:
• using impermeable concrete or
• waterproofing.
After completing the reinforced concrete body of the pool,
in order to verify watertightness, the customer is to fill the
pool with chlorinated water for test purposes to the level
of the rim around the pool (exposed concrete). The out-
side of freestanding pools should also not be water-
proofed until after the leak test.
Marking the water level during the leak test provides an
excellently accurate line of reference for positioning the
ceramic accessories for the overflow without the need for
carrying out special additional measurements.
Swimming pool constructionPool construction
Materials used:
• Synthetic mortar mixtures – dry layer thickness
min. 2.0 mm
• Reactive resins – dry layer thickness min. 1.0 mm
or the minimum layer thicknesses as specified in the
general building inspectorate test certificates of the
respective manufacturer must be observed.
Detailed specifications for such pools are provided in
ZDB leaflet “Swimming pool construction – Information
on the planning and production of ceramic coverings in
swimming pool construction” (January 2019) and in
DIN standard 18535 “Waterproofing of tanks and pools”
(July 2017).
Pools with composite seal (CS) with ceramic covering
Note:
To ensure swimming pool water of hygienic quality, the water is to be treated and disinfected in accordance
with DIN 19643-1 (treatment of water for swimming pools). To prevent fungal attack, the surfacing is to undergo
thorough cleaning once annually, replacing the entire filling of water.
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Pool claddings
In the case of a swimming pool made of impermeable
concrete the tiles are attached by means of the bonded
cladding principle.
The tile covering is generally produced by laying accord-
ing to the thin-bed method in accordance with DIN 18157
“Production of ceramic coverings according to the thin-
bed method”.
DIN 18550 “Plaster” applies to required levelling plasters
and DIN 18560 - Part 3 “Screeds for construction applica-
tions” applies to levelling screeds.
In general, however, it is necessary to compensate for a
certain amount of unevenness. This is done by applying
an underlay of levelling plaster of mortar group III, prefer-
ably pure cement plaster. The limits on flatness deviation
pursuant to Table 3, lines 3, 4 and 6 and, where appropri-
ate, line 7, of DIN 18202, ‘Tolerances in building construc-
tion’, must be observed. The tiles are laid mainly across the
entire surface of the duly prepared substrate using a suita-
ble C2 thin-bed mortar in accordance with DIN-EN 12004.
Most serious damage resulting from the failure of the
bond between the tiles and the backing is caused by shear
stresses building up in the interface. Shear stress occurs
most often when the “young” concrete is tiled before it
has finished shrinking.
Minimum age of the concrete in accordance with DIN 1045
Minimum age of the concrete in accordance with
DIN 1045 In this connection, see: Leaflet 25.01 of the
German Association for the Recreational and Medicinal
Bath Industry [DGfdB] entitled “Shrinkage and swelling of
reinforced concrete ceilings, influence on the bonding
behaviour of ceramic coverings” and Leaflet 25.04,
“Swimming and bathing pools made of reinforced con-
crete” and the ZDB leaflet “Swimming pool construction
(January 2019)”.
Swimming pool construction
Floating claddings
A floating cladding is when the cladding is separated
from the backing by insulation, foils, oil-impregnated
paper or the like in accordance with DIN 18534
“Waterproofing of interior areas” (July 2017) and/or the
ZDB leaflet “Composite seals”.
Bonded claddings
Bonded claddings are based on the principle of frictional
connection, i.e. no movement is possible between the
ceramic tiles and the solid base, much like in a reinforced
concrete component.
When the conventional laying method is applied (laying in
accordance with VOB DIN 18352), the bond is achieved by
means of the bed mortar; in the case of laying according to
the thin-bed method, the bonding function is performed by
the adhesive bed.
An adequate bond must be ensured.
Movement joints should be positioned at the edges and at
existing structural joints.
In principle all types of tiling belong to one of the
following groups:
• Bonded claddings
• Floating claddings
Differentiation is necessary with deference to:
• The properties of the finished cladding
• The anticipated stress levels in the cladding
construction
• The size of sections and the location and
execution of expansion/structural joints.
Ceramic claddings
Unlike bonded claddings, floating claddings should be
subdivided by movement joints around the borders of
and between individual sections.
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Figure 3: Movement in heated and unheated floating coverings
Floor and wall claddings in wet rooms
Floor coverings which are subjected to high levels of mois-
ture must be waterproofed and must be drained by means
of slopes leading to floor outlets.
See also: Leaflet 25.07 of the German Association for the
Recreational and Medicinal Bath Industry: “Producing
slopes in floor coverings of swimming pools”.
The waterproofing is to be carried out in accordance with
DIN 18534 “Waterproofing of interior areas” (July 2017)
and must extend over movement joints.
Permelastic sealing strips are incorporated in a loop
shape (Fig. 1). A similar procedure applies in the area of
floor-wall junctions (Fig. 2).
For further information on constructional aspects, see
DIN 18534, and specifically with regard to drains and
channels see ZDB’s “Instructions on producing drains
with composite seals”.
Tiling on cement floors – heated and unheated
In principle, reinforcement of screeds on an insulating layer
is not necessary. Reinforcement is advisable in the case of
heated screeds. These screeds are to be divided into sec-
tions by section boundary joints: in the case of heated
screeds, the side length should not be substantially in
excess of 8 metres (Fig. 3).
Compact sections should be created wherever possible,
with aspect ratios not exceeding a maximum of 1:2.
Structural joints should be taken on in the same width and
in the same location.
The screed sections should also be subdivided at doorways
and wall projections.
You will find further information in the ZDB leaflet “Tiling
on cement and calcium sulphate screeds” (June 2019).
Figure 1: Waterproofing on screed joint
Figure 2: Waterproofing at wall/floor joint
Swimming pool constructionPool surrounds, shower areas and other areas exposed to wet
Elastic joint sealantClosed cell ropeSealing tape
Thin-bed mortarTiles
Thermal insulationSeparation layer (double layer)Bonded waterproofing
Concrete
Screed
Insulation stripClosed cell ropeElastic joint sealantSealing tape in cornerBonded waterproofingThin-bed mortarTilesLevelling coat
Concrete
Screed