What is Pool Square Footage?

Pool square footage, also known as pool surface area, is the total area of the pool’s water surface. This measurement is crucial for various aspects of pool ownership and maintenance, including determining the amount of chemicals needed for water treatment, estimating heating costs, and sizing pool covers. Accurate pool square footage calculations are essential for proper pool maintenance and can help pool owners make informed decisions about renovations or upgrades.

How to Use the Pool Square Footage Calculator

Follow these steps to accurately calculate your pool’s square footage using our online tool:

Step 1: Select the pool shape from the dropdown menu. Options include rectangular, circular, oval, lazy L, and kidney-shaped pools.

Step 2: Enter the required dimensions for your chosen pool shape. The calculator will prompt you for specific measurements based on the shape you selected.

Step 3: For rectangular pools, input the length and width in feet.

Step 4: For circular pools, enter the diameter in feet.

Step 5: For oval pools, provide the length and width measurements.

Step 6: If you have a lazy L-shaped pool, input the length and width for both sections of the pool.

Step 7: For kidney-shaped pools, enter the maximum length and width.

Step 8: Click the “Calculate Square Footage” button to get your result.

Step 9: Review the calculated square footage displayed on the screen. The tool will show the total surface area in square feet.