20 Ft Container Pool

A 20ft Container Pool is a creative and modern swimming pool made by converting a used or new 20ft shipping container. It offers a sleek, industrial-chic design with a quicker and often more affordable installation than traditional in-ground pools.

It’s exactly what it sounds like: a standard 20ft shipping container (8ft wide, 8.5ft high) is professionally modified into a fully functional swimming pool. The steel structure is made watertight, fitted with a filtration system, and often finished with a pool liner or interior coating.

Key Dimensions (Approximate):

• Length: 20 ft (6.1 m) – Usable water length is slightly less.

• Width: 8 ft (2.44 m)

• Water Depth: Typically 4.5 ft to 5.5 ft (1.4 m – 1.7 m), but can be customized.

• Water Volume: Roughly 5,000 – 6,500 gallons, depending on final depth.

1. Faster Installation: Can be ready in weeks, not months. The shell is delivered pre-fabricated.

2. Cost-Effective: Often 30-50% less expensive than a comparable in-ground concrete pool.

3. Modular & Portable: In theory, it can be moved or relocated, unlike a traditional pool.

4. Modern Aesthetic: The sleek, rectangular shape fits contemporary garden designs.

5. Strong & Durable: Made from corrosion-resistant Corten steel, built to withstand harsh environments.

Turning a container into a pool requires professional conversion. Here’s what’s included:

• The Structure: A one-trip or wind/watertight 20ft container.

• Waterproofing: A full interior pool liner (most common) or a spray-coated sealant.

• Filtration System: Sand filter, pump, skimmer, and return jets—same as a traditional pool.

• Reinforcement: The container may need internal bracing to counteract the water pressure, especially if partially buried.

• Finishing: External painting, decking cutouts, and steps or ladder installation.

Before you get excited, know the full picture:

1. Site Access & Delivery: You need a clear, wide path for a flatbed truck and a crane to place it.

2. Ground Preparation: Requires a perfectly level and engineered base, often a reinforced concrete pad.

3. Burial vs. Above-Ground:

   • Above-Ground: Easier and cheaper to install. May require safety fencing per local code.

   • Partially Buried: More aesthetic but requires serious excavation, drainage, and engineering to prevent collapse.

4. Regulations & Permits: You will need building permits. Local zoning laws may restrict placement.

5. Ongoing Costs: Same as any pool: chemicals, electricity for the pump, water, and maintenance.

1. Research & Design: Find a specialized container pool converter. Decide on features (depth, windows, decking, color).

2. Site Check & Permits: The company will often help assess your site and guide permit applications.

3. Preparation: Level your site and pour the concrete base or prepare the excavation.

4. Conversion & Delivery: The company modifies the container off-site, then delivers and places it with a crane.

5. Installation & Hookup: The pool is connected to the filtration system, filled, and treated.

YES, if you…

• Want a modern, rectangular pool quickly.

• Have a moderate budget for an in-ground style pool.

• Like the industrial, minimalist look.

• Have good site access for a crane.

NO, if you…

• Want a classic kidney or freeform pool shape.

• Have very limited access (narrow gates, overhead wires).

• Are not prepared to deal with permits and ground engineering.

• Live in an area with very strict HOA rules.

A 20ft container pool is a fantastic, innovative option for the right homeowner. It turns a symbol of global trade into a unique backyard oasis. Success depends entirely on using a reputable converter, proper site preparation, and understanding local regulations.

Do your homework, get multiple quotes from specialists, and talk to your local building department before anything else.