Some people walk into our Cairns display yard and point straight at the corrugated tank.
“I love that look.”
The very next customer says,
“I don’t want anything round.”
Neither of them is wrong.
Choosing a plunge pool isn’t just about budget. It’s about your backyard, how you want to use it, and just as importantly, the look you’re trying to achieve.
That’s why we don’t start by talking about products. We start by asking a few simple questions about your property and what you’re hoping to create.
Why plunge pools make sense in North Queensland
Living in the tropics changes the way you use a pool.
During stinger season, the beach isn’t always an option and the water is too hot. The rest of the year you’re wondering if a big lizard is lurking close to shore or in your freshwater swimming hole.
Summer days are stinking hot, humidity doesn’t leave and most of us aren’t looking to swim Olympic laps. We simply want somewhere to cool off, spend time with family, entertain friends, unwind after work or jump in first thing in the morning during the build up.
That’s exactly where a plunge pool shines.
Low maintenance. Maximum pleasure. It gives you all the enjoyment of a pool without needing a huge backyard or taking over your entire outdoor space.
First, what look are you chasing?
This is often where people make their decision.
Love the corrugated tank look?
An Outback isn’t trying to hide. It’s the feature. Some people fall in love with the corrugated tank look the moment they see it. It has character, it’s unmistakably Australian, and it becomes something you’ll enjoy looking at every time you step into your backyard.
Available in either 316 marine-grade stainless steel or COLORBOND® steel, Outback pools can be installed above ground, partially in-ground or fully in-ground.
Prefer a modern square or rectangular pool?
If you’re after clean contemporary styling, a wide range of interior colours and plenty of flexibility around decking, a fibreglass pool may be the better fit.
Little Pools are self-supporting, allowing them to be installed above ground or partially in-ground (up to approximately 600mm), making them a great option for many sloping or difficult sites.
Want the premium concrete look?
If you’ve always pictured a beautifully finished concrete pool becoming part of the landscape, the premium precast concrete range is worth considering.
REDI Pools offer that high-end concrete plunge pool with premium finishes while arriving as a factory-built pool, allowing installation to happen much faster than a traditional on-site concrete build.
They can also be installed above ground, partially in-ground or fully in-ground, depending on your site.
What will your backyard allow?
Every backyard is different.
Some are flat with easy access.
Others have retaining walls, narrow side gates, existing decks or sloping blocks, or unstable fill.
That doesn’t necessarily rule out a pool.
It simply helps narrow down which style is likely to suit your property best.
Every style of pool has slightly different site preparation requirements. Once we know a bit about your site, we’ll explain exactly what’s involved so you can plan with confidence.
How do you want to use your pool?
This question often changes everything.
If it’s mainly for cooling off, entertaining and family time, almost any of our plunge pool styles could be a great fit.
If you’re trying to create a beautiful feature in your backyard, the look of the pool may become the deciding factor.
If relaxation is high on your list, every plunge pool we sell can be fitted with optional spa jets, giving you the benefits of both a plunge pool and a spa without needing two separate products.
If your main goal is lap swimming or hydrotherapy, we’d also encourage you to consider whether a swim spa or even a traditional spa might be the better option. We’d rather help you choose the right solution than sell you the wrong pool.
How long does installation take?
One of the biggest surprises for most customers is how quickly things can happen once the site is ready.
All of our pools are manufactured before they arrive, so depending on the style of pool and your site, delivery and assembly can often happen in a single day.
What affects the price?
There isn’t one price for a plunge pool because there isn’t one type of plunge pool.
The biggest factors are:
- The style of pool you choose.
- The size.
- Your site’s access.
- Whether a crane is required.
- Site preparation.
- Equipment upgrades.
- Heating.
- Spa jets.
- Decking, fencing and landscaping.
Rather than filling this guide with prices that will eventually date, we’ve created a separate guide explaining exactly what affects the overall cost of a plunge pool.
Why buy from RIPPA?
We believe choosing the right pool starts with understanding your backyard, your budget and the look you’re trying to achieve.
That’s why we offer three very different styles of Australian-made plunge pools, all built to suit Australian conditions and backed by Australian manufacturer warranties.
We’ll help you compare the options, explain the trade-offs and recommend what we genuinely think is the best fit for your property.
Sometimes that’s the pool you walked in asking about.
Sometimes it isn’t.
Either way, we’d rather get it right than simply make a sale.
Come and see the difference
Photos are helpful.
Standing beside the pools is even better.
Visit the RIPPA Display Centre in Cairns to compare the different styles side by side, or send us your plans, measurements or a few photos of your backyard.
We’ll help you narrow down the options, explain what might suit your property, and give you practical advice before you commit to anything.
Because there isn’t one perfect plunge pool.
There’s simply the one that’s right for your backyard.
