Your pool’s journey to your home
Congratulations on your decision to add a fiberglass pool from Thursday Pools® to your backyard! Your decision will not just add value to your property, but it will surely be the hit of the entire neighborhood for many years to come as you host gatherings that will leave your guests in awe and wonderment. So now that you’ve worked with your dealer to select your pool shell, the water color and all the added extras, the real fun begins. By this, we mean that the start of your fiberglass pool’s journey is just beginning.  This blog post will outline the journey process of the pool delivery and give you an idea of what to expect. Step 1: Getting your home ready When you purchase a fiberglass pool shell from an authorized Thursday Pools dealer, they will come out to your home to get an agreement signed and check to ensure all utilities are in working order. The dealer will also work to obtain any necessary permitting so that there are no surprises. Once this is completed, the dealer will arrange for digging and work with the Thursday Pools® factory to ship the pool shell to your home. Step 2: Delivery of […]
Read MoreThe Goliath Fiberglass Pool Design
Your family just called, and you’ve been summoned. For what, you wonder? Other than working harder than usual and needing a vacation, nothing major has happened that would require you to immediately return home. But, wait. There is something, and it’s big – as in gigantic, and it’s guaranteed to make everyone happy. Best of all, it’s calling your name. So you leave work and head home where you’re immediately greeted by your kids who have finally convinced you that it’s time to invest in a fiberglass pool, and the Goliath from Thursday Pools is what they’ve been seeking. Just as you’re being whisked away in thoughts of your own backyard paradise, questions start swirling inside your head. Why this fiberglass pool over another? How much does it cost and how long will it take for installation? What are the benefits of this pool? As your mind wanders and your heart races, you suddenly stop and say something to the effect of, “Now, kids. I want this as much as you do, but before we jump in too deep, we need to learn a little more.” Although feeling defeated, they reluctantly agree. Because we realize that there’s a delicate balance […]
Read MoreHow Much Can an Inground Pool Cost?
After looking into inground pool shapes, one of the most common questions for prospective pool buyers is, “How much do inground pools cost?” Determining the cost of an inground pool involves several factors. You might start with the pool type—vinyl-liner, gunite (concrete), or fiberglass—as each has unique pricing structures and associated installation and maintenance costs. Ballpark estimates for initial costs should consider pool type, shape, size, and features. Inground Pools Material Types Fiberglass Pools average between $30,000 and $85,000. They are pre-manufactured and quick to install but offer limited customization compared to concrete pools. Vinyl Liner Pools average between $25,000 and $65,000. They have a lower upfront cost, but the liners need replacement every 5-10 years, adding to long-term expenses. Gunite Pools average between $50,000 and $120,000. They allow for custom shapes, features, and finishes but require higher maintenance and can take several months to complete​. Pool Shape Shape Adds Cost to Vinyl Liner Pools. The cost depends on the pool shape because the vinyl liner must be custom-fitted to the specific shape of the pool. Simple shapes like rectangles are easier and cheaper to line than complex shapes like freeform or kidney designs, which require more precise […]
Read MorePOLYCOR® Shimmer® gel coat proves to be the ideal surface for inground swimming pools.
Daydreaming of that quick dip in the pool? Making that dream into a reality has now been made even easier by the folks at Thursday Pools®! Combining 26 years of experience in fiberglass pools and spa design with manufacturing across multiple industries, Thursday Pools® edge innovations to the pool world. Thursday Pools® builds some of the highest quality fiberglass pools in the industry, all starting with the finest grade of gel coat available for pool producers: CCP’s Shimmer® gel coats. With a coatings history that dates back to 1913 (then known as Cook Paint and Varnish) and later as the first gel coat producer in the late 1950’s, CCP Composites has produced market inspired gel coats for some of the most demanding applications and industries, including: Marine boat hulls and decks where constant impact, toughness, UV, blister and water protection are demanded Gel coats for tub shower units, where moisture resistance, impact, and cleaning chemicals are used Fatigue and moisture resistance for wind energy blades Truck hoods, air deflectors and sidewall panels where moisture, impact, fatigue, UV and heat all come into play CCP Composites aggressively researches market needs and expectations, offering only the finest materials that will stand up […]
Read MoreThe Evolution of Fiberglass – Thursday Pools, from Auto and Marine Fiberglass Parts to Awesome Fiberglass Swimming Pools
Fiberglass Pool History The creation of Facebook, Apple and Windows are well-known business success stories which garnered unprecedented media coverage, captivating the general public worldwide. Some of the Internet companies seem to have been created overnight, attracting job seekers and Wall Street investors to the glamor and fame of high-tech companies. Thursday Pools on the other hand started over thirty years ago in the garage of Bill Khamis, founder of the company. The company wasn’t incorporated thirty years ago but the foundation, technical know how and expertise was born in Khamis’ garage in Indianapolis, Indiana. Khamis started learning and making race car parts out of fiberglass for a local race car company while he was still in high school. To make the specialized parts he teamed up with resin and fiberglass suppliers to learn tool making and production techniques. The tooling he developed was much smaller than Thursday Pools pool molds but met the high standards of the auto and race car industry. After graduating from high school and during college Khamis was asked to make bigger parts and diversify from auto parts. He founded a new company called Fabri-Tech with a high school friend, Dave Camp, and started building […]
Read MoreThursday Pools® Names Annie Brock As Director of Business Development
Fortville, IN. October 31, 2013– Thursday Pools® announced today that Annie Brock has been named Director of Business Development. As Director of Business Development, Brock will be responsible for gaining and strengthening key dealer relationships throughout the US and Canada. “We are excited to have Annie on board and are looking forward to the wealth of knowledge that she brings to us and more importantly to our Independent Dealers.’” –says Ed Vondell, Owner of Thursday Pools®. Annie Brock comes to us from Pools of Fun, Inc., one of Indiana’s largest pool companies. Brock spent 20 years at Pools of Fun experiencing many different facets of the Pool & Spa Industry. “Thursday is phenomenal to work with. They are consistently striving for excellence in everything they do. I met with her (Annie Brock) briefly and she was already bouncing ideas off me. She will be a great addition to the Thursday Pools team.” -says Larry Hemmelgarn, LCH Services, Chicago, IL. Brock began working in the pool industry in 1993 as a Pools of Fun retail associate while still in high school. After graduating from Hanover College with a degree in Business Administration, Blake began to work her way up. She held […]
Read MoreThursday Pools® hosts fiberglass pool seminar for members of the Association of Pool and Spa Professionals.
APSP Pool Seminar Hosted by Thursday Pools® Fortville, IN. October 23, 2013– On Tuesday, October 15th, Thursday Pools® played host to the Indiana Chapter of APSP’s first members only educational seminar. In an effort to deliver added value to their members, the APSP (Association of Pool and Spa Professionals) decided to hold this free event and Thursday Pools® jumped at the opportunity to be a part of it. “Because the Fiberglass Pool Industry is still in its infancy in comparison to traditional types of in-ground swimming pools, there is a lot of miss information out there and so any time we get an opportunity to educate and provide people with a positive experience – it’s a win win for us.’” –says Bill Khamis, Owner of Thursday Pools®. The APSP pool seminar was considered a successful event by the APSP and Thursday Pools®. It was attended by over a dozen members throughout Central Indiana. Both companies hope that this leads the way for a more involved membership base. The Association of Pool & Spa Professionals is a community of professionals dedicated to promoting the enjoyment and safe use of pools, spas, and hot tubs.  They leverage the collective talent, energy, and expertise of APSP membership […]
Read MoreIs There a Fiberglass Pool Near Me?
Is there a fiberglass pool near me? Because Thursday Pools Trucking delivers high quality pools safely and professionally, there sure can be. Â We deliver so our customers can get the job done quickly but safely. Â Thursday Pools are delivered top side up with unloading straps attached. Â A pool can be unloaded and in the hole within fifteen minutes of arrival. Â Can you ask for a more efficient way of unloading? Contact us at 877-929-7665 or at www.thursdaypools.com. Thursday Pools LLC designs and manufactures one-piece fiberglass swimming pools and spas. Â We are located in Fortville, Indiana, part of the greater Indianapolis area.
Read MoreGoliath 1641 Fiberglass Swimming Pool – Laps and Luxury
Come swim laps in Thursday Pools 41 foot Goliath fiberglass pool. Our Goliath 1641 has an open swim lane perfect for doing laps and staying in shape. Stairs and sitting ledges are symmetrically located on both sides of the pool, allowing for an open swim lane the entire length of the pool. Our selection of five ultra-durable and visually striking gel coat colors makes swimming laps in a Thursday Pool an optical paradise. Thursday Pools LLC designs and manufactures fiberglass pools and spas. We are located in Fortville, Indiana. You can contact us at 877-929-POOL or www.thursdaypools.com.
Read MoreThursday Pools Sets the Standard for “Hospital Clean” Production
“Hospital Clean” is how we gel coat and manufacture our pools. Thursday Pools only gel coats using custom scaffolding so we never touch the mold when applying gel coat. Extra care and cleanliness is one of the techniques used to set the quality standard for fiberglass pools. Thursday Pool designs and manufactures one-piece fiberglass swimming pools and spas. Â We are located in Fortville, Indiana. Â We can be contacted at www.thursdaypools.com or 877-929-7665.
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