When you're meeting with a custom pool company to develop plans for how your pool will look, one feature that may come up in conversation is whether the pool should have a wall beside it. While you'll always want a proper fence around the pool, some people also favor a stone or brick wall that is immediately above one edge of the pool. Your company can talk to you about different design options for this wall; often, people will favor using materials that match the pool deck. Here are some reasons that a decorative wall makes a good addition to the side of your pool.

It Can Be A Source Of Shade

If you're fair-skinned or you otherwise try to stay out of the sun on hot days, it can be a struggle to have to avoid your pool when the temperature is hot and the sun is out. Having a decorative wall next to the pool can be ideal because it provides a source of shade at certain times of the day. The taller the wall, the more shade that it will provide, so discuss this topic with your pool company to come up with a design that works well for you. You may find that you appreciate standing and swimming next to the wall to avoid getting too much sun.

It Can Support Several Features

In addition to the visual appeal that it creates, a decorative wall beside your swimming pool can be handy for supporting various features. Many people may opt for water features such as water fountains or waterfalls in the wall. Either feature not only elevates the look of the pool but also makes it more fun for those who use it. For example, you and your children may love the idea of standing next to the wall and letting water from the waterfall cascade over your heads. Another option is lighting built into the wall, which can cast a pleasant glow over the pool for nighttime swimming.

It Can Offer Some Privacy

There are many different ways that you can make your pool more private, which may be of interest to you if you have neighbors whose homes look directly into your backyard. Another benefit that a wall beside the edge of the pool can provide is privacy. If you and your family will feel better using the pool with the knowledge that it's difficult or impossible for your neighbors to see you, this wall can definitely be a feature that you'll want to add. For more information about options, contact a custom pool company.