Swimming pool lighting is not always for simple functionality, especially with recessed lighting and fiber optic styles being incorporated into so many swimming pool projects. The swimming pool builders at Advanced Pool Care recommend lighting the pool with fiber optics because they offer many benefits not seen with other types of lighting.
What is fiber optic lighting? Fiber optic lights are thin strands of glass – barely the diameter of a strand of human hair – grouped together in an optical cable. These cables can encompass 10, 50, 100 or even more individual cables which are housed in a glass or plastic setting. The light is transmitted through the cables through internal reflection because the light enters the cable and reflects until it reaches its destination and voila – fiber optic lights!
Is there a reason that Memphis, Tennessee swimming pool contractors prefer fiber optic lighting over other options? They explain the benefits here:
- Fiber optics are long lasting. One of the major benefits of fiber optics for your pool is they are not damaged by the water’s chemicals and can last decades. The light source will need to be changed but even that is a rarity. Fiber optics, because they last so long, save you money.
- Fiber optic lights are impervious to water, which makes them perfect for swimming pool installation as they can be put there and left permanently. Fiber optic lighting also enhances the beauty of your swimming pool as you can manipulate the lights to set the mood.
- Fiber optic lights also have an advantage over regular lighting as they don’t fade the pool walls. Pool owners spend considerable time and effort making certain their pool walls stay vibrant. Between the ultra violet rays of the sun and traditional lighting you will soon notice your pool walls and floor fading. Also, if you have underwater lighting, chances are they are on all the time which leads to even more fading. Fiber optic lights don’t lead to any fading of your pool walls.
- Fiber optic lights don’t generate any heat, unlike other light sources. With traditional bulbs you can get burned if you touch it, even LED lights give off a bit of heat, but fiber optic lights don’t generate any heat.
Whether you’re involved in a new swimming pool project or want to undertake a renovation, ask your pool builder about the benefits of fiber optics for your pool.
