Build your own natural swimming pool

You can build a natural pool at your property with crystal clear freshwater for a cleaner, healthier and more enjoyable swimming experience. Include a NKD-R freshwater pool system when building your natural swimming pool to turn your yard into a freshwater oasis. If you’re thinking about building your own natural pool there are a number of things to consider. We’ll take you through our top tips for building a natural pool that’s cost-effective and environmentally friendly.

Permits and registered building practitioners

No matter what kind of pool you’re building, you’ll need a building permit and if you’re hiring a pool builder, we recommend ensuring they’re a Registered Building Practitioner. When you build your own natural swimming pool, it’s a significant investment. It’s crucial that you take every step necessary to ensure it works out exactly how you want it to and is safe and not likely to have any issues. Always check with your council before beginning a large building project of any kind. You can read more about permits and registered practitioners here.

Install a NKD-R Freshwater Pool System

When you’re building a natural pool, you want the water to be clean and crystal clear all year long without the use of excessive salts or chemicals. A freshwater pool system can disinfect and sanitise your pool safely and effectively. The NKD-R pool system will make your pool water clean enough to drink!

Cost-Effective
Gentle on skin
All-natural

Make a Solid Plan and Design for Your Natural Pool Filtration System

Before you grab a shovel and start digging up the garden, work out a concrete step by step plan about how you’re going to build your own natural swimming pool. Work out the size and shape of your swimming pool and what materials you’ll need to make it. Are you going to build an inground or above ground pool? Will it be concrete or fibreglass? Do your homework!

If you’re going to contract someone to build the pool for you, ring around and get as much information from various builders as you can. You may also need to have the soil in your yard tested as some soils can damage pools, such as those built with concrete that can crack. Check for any access issues, too – this could include sewage systems or pipes where you want to put your pool! Consider how you’ll get the pool into your yard for installation. Talk to other people you know who have built a natural pool, get them to share their experiences with you!

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Get quotes from reputable pool builders

Building your own natural pool can be very expensive. New pools can cost anywhere from $5,000 to well over $100,000 depending on the type, size and features of your natural pool. For any materials or labour you require for your pool build, get multiple quotes and check reviews to ensure a top-quality service or product for your natural pool. Once you’ve found a pool builder you trust, contact us for a freshwater pool sanitisation system!

Essential Features for Your Natural Filtration Pool

Don’t forget about all the extras you’ll need to keep your pool in good shape and looking great for years to come. Some other features to consider are:

Circulation Filters
Lighting
Pool Covers
Cleaning Equipment
Safety Barriers
Jets

Why Choose a Natural Filtration Pool?

Eco-friendly and sustainable water purification
Chemical-free swimming experience that’s gentle on skin
Long-term cost savings on pool maintenance
Perfect for families and environmentally conscious homeowners

Contact us for more info!

For the latest in innovative pool technology, contact the experts on 1800 625 331. We’ll guide you through everything you need to know about building your own natural pool using our advanced freshwater pool system. Experience the purity of a natural filtration pool and transform your backyard into a crystal-clear freshwater oasis.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a natural pool, and how does it work?

Natural in this context refers to the water experience rather than plant‑based filtration. The Naked Pools system keeps water clean using copper and silver ionisation combined with oxidation. A control unit powers an OXI & ION cell installed in the circulation line.

As water passes the ion rods, small amounts of copper and silver enter the water keeping it crystal clear without the need for excess chemical or salt.

The oxidation plates then generate a trace of chlorine in situ to break down organics. The outcome is clear, low‑odour water without relying on planted regeneration zones.

Thinking about building or converting? Naked’s Freshwater Pool Filtration System shows the OXI & ION cell and control unit used to deliver that clear, low‑odour water.

How does a natural swimming pool filtration system work?

The setup looks like a familiar pump, filter and returns, with the freshwater module added after filtration. Water moves through the filter, then through the ION rods, where minerals are released into the stream. These ions remain as a residual in the pool water rather than relying on high chlorine levels.

Next, the OXI plates carry out oxidation and create a very small amount of chlorine to finish off organic material. This approach provides continuous fresh water without the planting beds used in traditional natural pools.

What are the pros and cons of a natural filtration pool compared to a traditional pool?

Potential advantages with a freshwater ionisation system: softer water feel, minimal chemical odour, stable performance in heat and sunlight, and straightforward day‑to‑day care compared with salt or plant‑based setups. Backwash can also be gentler on garden areas.

Considerations to keep in mind: routine water balance remains important, and ion rods are consumables that will need replacement over time. After heavy bather loads or storms, an OXI Boost cycle may be useful to restore polish more quickly. Overall, this is a technology‑driven route to a more natural swimming feel, rather than a planted ecosystem.

What maintenance does a natural filtration pool require?

Regular testing and adjustment of pH, alkalinity and calcium hardness are still needed. Check copper levels more frequently in hotter months, and inspect the cell for scale so it can be cleaned before buildup becomes significant, although the system does have a reverse polarity cell, meaning it is generally self cleaning.

Plan an annual check of the control unit and ION rods, replacing rods when worn. If the pool experiences high use, storms or leaf loads, use OXI Boost to speed up cleanup. There is no requirement to manage aquatic plants or gravel beds. If you’d like to automate pH adjustments, the NKD‑pH Controller plugs into the system and doses diluted acid automatically each day, reducing manual balancing.