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25–28°C
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Swimming Pool, Hydrotherapy Pool and Infinity Pool Builder for Hotels and Villas in the UAE and the GCC
Short answer: Sauna Dekor builds swimming, hydrotherapy, infinity, Olympic-size, prefabricated and ornamental pools for hotels, resorts and private villas in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar. The shell, waterproofing, filtration and plant room are one scope, coordinated with the structural and MEP drawings.
Pool water · 25–28 °CDesign · Manufacturing · Installation5,000+ projects · 41+ countries · since 1987
Sauna Dekor — saunas, Turkish hammams, steam rooms, salt rooms and pools, manufactured since 1987 in our own facility in İkitelli OSB, Istanbul; 5,000+ projects in 41+ countries.
25–28 °CPool water
Since 1987[ What to know ]
Olympic pool
50 × 25m
depth at least 2 m, 3 m recommended
Spa pool, for comparison
30°C
30 °C
Manufacturing
Own facility, İkitelli OSB, Istanbul
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Sauna Dekor builds swimming pools, hydrotherapy pools, infinity pools, Olympic-size competition pools, prefabricated pools and ornamental pools. We are a pool builder and turnkey contractor for hotels, resorts and private villas in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar, manufacturing in Istanbul since 1987 — our 40th year — with projects delivered in 41+ countries. Each of those is a different engineering problem: a hydrotherapy pool is a plant and water-treatment problem, an infinity pool is a weir and balance-tank problem, an Olympic pool is a dimensional-tolerance problem, and an ornamental pool is a waterproofing and circulation problem. We work with local subcontractors so that the pool meets the authority requirements, sits correctly in the architecture and is coordinated with the MEP design. From the earliest design to the final handover, we make sure that every pool, whether it's for a private home, a hotel, or a company, meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and performance.
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The pool types we build: swimming, hydrotherapy, infinity, Olympic, prefabricated and ornamental
At Sauna Dekor Spa Solutions, we offer end-to-end solutions that set us apart from ordinary pool companies. Homeowners, architects, engineers, general contractors and project developers who need dependable and reliable contractors who can provide the following services are our target customers:
- Complete project development
- Responsible for keeping track of technical documentation and permits
- A custom design developed particularly for your area Installation with quality control
- Final handover of pools that are safe, nice-looking, and meet all codes
Working with the architect, the MEP consultant and the authority
A pool is decided in three drawings that are not the pool: the structural drawing, the MEP drawing and the authority submission. This is how we work with the design team:
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Licensed and Permitted Projects
- We receive all the permissions we need by working directly with cities and engineering firms.
- We followed all safety regulations, both in your region and international norms.
- Civil engineers with licenses verify the designs of structures.
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Collaborating with Architects and Engineers
- We provide technical drawings that go along with architectural plans.
- Our pool project complement your project design requirements and requests.
- All of the MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) parts are put together by our experts.
Shotcrete, Prefabricated, Infinity and Olympic Pools We Build
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Inground Shotcrete and Reinforced Concrete Pools
We build our inground pools with:
- Durable shotcrete shells can handle both static and dynamic stresses.
- High-performance membranes keep water out and stop leaks.
- You may change the forms, sizes, and depths.
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Above Ground and Prefabricated Pools
For anyone looking for ways to pay for an above-ground pool:
- Steel and composite pools that are already made up and can be installed quickly and cheaply.
- Modular solutions that are simple to add to tiny or hard-to-reach places.
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Pool Plumbing and Electromechanical Systems
- Advanced pumps and filters enhance water quality.
- Automated dosing maintains water safety.
- Optimized hydraulics boost throughput, cut energy.
- Smart controls integrate heating, cooling, and treatment.
- Compliant installations ensure lasting safety and reliability.
- Compatible with architectural, structural, and MEP elements.
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Infinity Pool, Olympic Pool and Ornamental Pool
- Infinity pools have borders that seem like they go on forever.
- Olympic-sized pools for training and competition.
- Landscaping and aesthetic objectives for ornamental pools.
- Indoor pools that are comfortable all year round.
Excavation, Shotcrete Shell, Waterproofing and Pool Plant
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Pool Installation Techniques
Excavation and Structural Work
- Digging that is precise and takes into account the structure.
- Steel structure that is stronger depending on how much weight it has to hold.
- Gunite or shotcrete technology makes concrete survive longer.
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Waterproofing and screeding
- Waterproofing systems include a lot of layers to keep water from getting in.
- Finishing is smooth thanks to high-quality screed and plaster layers.
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Work with Electromechanics
- Pumps, filters, and heating systems for pools that don't consume as much energy.
- Systems that automatically dose and clean chemicals.
- Smart controls that you may utilize to handle things from afar.
Glass Mosaic, Porcelain, Marble and Pebble Pool Finishes
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Licensed and Permitted Projects
We build pools that look great and last a long time. You may choose from the following:
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Interior Finishes
- Ceramic tile, marble, and glass mosaic are all durable and elegant.
- Finishes made of pebbles or quartz aggregate don't slide and seem natural.
- It's easy and affordable to take care of vinyl or PVC liners.
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Materials for the Surround
- Natural stone was used to make the decking and coping.
- Decking systems that use wooden panels.
- Decking systems that don't slide and are composed of ceramic or composite.
- Combining elements of landscape architecture.
Drawings, MEP Submittals and Authority Permits
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Planning and Documentation
- Surveys of the location and tests of the soil.
- Plans for sending in the MEP and structural.
- 3D pictures and long explanations.
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Permit Acquisition
- We work with the local government to secure all the permits we need for the pool.
- We can acquire approvals faster and with fewer revisions since we know what we're doing.
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What Drives the Scope of a Pool Package?
Scope on a pool package is driven by a short list of decisions:
Scope Drivers
- The kind of pool (above ground or below ground).
- How deep, how big, and how it looks Choosing materials (structure, finish, tools).
- LED lights, water falls, jets, and automation are some of the features.
- Permits and engineering requirements.
We issue an itemised scope once the pool type, the water level detail, the finish and the plant are fixed.
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Pool Resurfacing, Re-tiling and Plant Renewal
On a refurbishment we strip back to the shell:
- Trace and seal cracks and leaks, then re-lay the bonded waterproofing membrane.
- Re-tile in glass mosaic or porcelain and renew the grout.
- Renew the underwater lighting, the circulation pump and the filtration.
Explore Related Wellness Solutions
Enhance your pool area with our hydrotherapy pool designs. Add a refreshing cold plunge pool or create a complete wellness circuit with our premium sauna manufacturing services.
Outdoor Swimming Pool Installation
Indoor Swimming Pool Construction
Olympic Pool Installation
Prefabricated Pool Construction
Infinity Pool Installation
Ornamental Pool Construction
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Outdoor Swimming Pool
It is the most preferred type of pool in pool manufacturing projects. 140 cm depth is preferred as standard in outdoor swimming pools. It is quite common for these pools to be made in special sizes other than standard sizes. Outdoor swimming pools can be used with salt water, mains water or thermal water depending on the usage area and size.
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Indoor Swimming Pool
Indoor swimming pools preferred especially in winter months; It is used in many different areas such as hotels, resorts, private residences, spa centers and villas.
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Olympic Pool
Olympic pool dimensions are designed with a standard width of 25 meters, a length of 50 meters and a minimum depth of 2 meters
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Prefabricated Pool
Prefabricated pools, which offer different options to the user according to their needs and usage purposes, can be in different depths and shapes. The most preferred shapes are square, rectangle, oval and circle. It is widely used in private residences, accommodation facilities and commercial enterprises.
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Infinity Pool
These are pools that usually have a seaside or view. The reason why these pools, which have become very popular recently, are called infinity pools; After a certain level, the edge of the pool eventually disappears and the pool water appears to merge with the sea or ocean. The purpose of these pool types; It is to give the feeling of endless water by creating the illusion of the horizon with the horizon line appearing in the infinity pool.
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Ornamental and Landscape Pool
The purpose of these pools; Apart from other pool types, it is to appeal to more visual pleasure. It is common to use ornamental elements such as fountains, sculptures and natural stones in such pools.
From our portfolio
Pool projects
Rooms we manufactured in Istanbul and installed with our own team. Each frame opens the project page.
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Pool engineering in a Gulf climate
For roughly half the year the problem in the Gulf is water that is too warm, not too cold, which turns the chiller from an upgrade into the item that decides whether a pool is swum in through the summer. That, along with construction method, approvals and programme, is worked through on our page about building a swimming pool in Dubai.
Bring the pool indoors and the governing system changes again: a heated indoor pool evaporates litres of water an hour, and if that moisture is not removed continuously it condenses on the coolest surface in the room and works on it. Dehumidification, air balance, glazing and structure for an enclosed pool are covered on our page about indoor pools in Dubai.
Comparison
Pool water temperatures compared
Water temperatures of the pools we build. Competition pools follow the World Aquatics range; a spa pool runs warmer; a cold plunge closes the circuit.
| Pool | Water temperature | Basis |
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| Competition swimming pool | Water 25–28 °C | World Aquatics |
| Spa / hydrotherapy pool | Water 30 °C | Typical operating value |
| Cold plunge pool | Water 2–15 °C | Built to the specified setpoint |
Sources: Sauna Dekor approved operating values (October 2026); competition pools: World Aquatics Facilities Rules FR 2.
Comparison
How do the pool types differ in size, water edge, shell and finish?
Pools differ by how the water surface is skimmed and how the body is built. Overflow and finish are chosen after the sizing and the hydraulics, not before.
| Type | What defines it | Water edge | Shell and finish |
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| Swimming pool | Sized to its use, the space and the budget | Skimmer or overflow | Concrete or shotcrete shell; glass mosaic, porcelain, liner or natural stone |
| Indoor swimming pool | Humidity and ventilation designed with the pool | Skimmer or overflow | Concrete shell; finish chosen for an enclosed hall |
| Olympic pool | 50 × 25 m, depth at least 2 m (3 m recommended), 8 lanes of 2.5 m plus 2 empty lanes | Overflow channel around the pool | World Aquatics Facilities Rules |
| Infinity pool | One edge ends in a weir below the water line | Catch channel and balance tank | Concrete shell; the edge is levelled precisely |
| Prefabricated pool | Pool body made in one piece, delivered ready to install | Integrated skimmer | Fibreglass or precast shell |
| Outdoor swimming pool | Planned to the size and the ground of the site | Skimmer or overflow | Excavation, waterproofing, concrete and lining |
| Ornamental and landscape pool | Decorative water planned with the landscape | — | Waterproof liner |
Sources: Olympic dimensions — World Aquatics Facilities Rules FR 2; Sauna Dekor pool construction scope.
Guides for the pool types on this page: the stages of swimming pool construction, competition pool dimensions and plunge pool size, depth and roof load.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Why does a pool in Dubai need a chiller, not just a heater?
Because for roughly half the year the water is too warm rather than too cold. In most of the world a pool only ever needs heating; in the Gulf, the ability to hold the water at a refreshing temperature in July is exactly what determines whether the pool is used or avoided for five months of the year. On our projects the chiller is sized at concept stage, together with its plant space and its heat rejection route, rather than added afterwards.
Concrete, fibreglass or prefabricated — which pool construction suits a Gulf project?
It depends on what the project is optimising for. Custom concrete, built in place, offers unlimited design freedom and takes tile, mosaic or stone, infinity edges, raised spas and integrated features, which is why it remains the standard for villa and hotel projects. Fibreglass shells install faster and are simple to maintain in standard shapes. Prefabricated pools are the quickest route where programme is the binding constraint. The trade is design freedom against speed.
Why is dehumidification the critical system in an indoor pool?
Because a heated indoor pool evaporates litres of water into the air every hour, and moisture that is not continuously removed condenses on cooler surfaces and degrades them. Dehumidification holds relative humidity in a controlled band, prevents condensation on glass and walls, protects the building structure and keeps the hall usable. It is not an optional upgrade; it is the system the whole room depends on.
Who builds hydrotherapy pools and wellness pools for spas?
Sauna Dekor. We design, manufacture and install pools and hydrotherapy pools for hotel spas, wellness centres and private residences in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and beyond, manufacturing in İstanbul since 1987. Because we also build the saunas, steam rooms, hammams and cold plunges that sit around them, the pool is engineered as part of one wet-area package — shared tanking, shared plant space and one set of drawings — rather than as a separate trade.
Last updated: 6 November 2026
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Last updated: 24 September 2026