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Hydrosphere Series · Semi-Inground to Fully Inground
The Look of an Inground Pool
52″ walls, installed anywhere from 24″ semi-inground to fully inground, in the shape that fits your yard.
- 5 shapes
- 52″ walls
- 24″ semi-inground to fully inground
- ICC-ES evaluated
- Ships in 7–10 business days
Hydrosphere Series - The ONLY ICC Certified Semi-Inground Pool
What is ICC-ES?
ICC Evaluation Service is the industry leader in performing technical evaluations of building products, materials and systems for code compliance. Due to their diligence and unparalleled engineering experience, ICC-ES is the most widely accepted evaluation agency in the nation.
Why Does ICC-ES? Certification Matter?
Code Enforcement officials look for ICC-ES certification when approving permits. This certification can help you get pool structures approved with less hassle AND in more areas! You can be assured you are getting the best and strongest walls in the industry, backed by ICC-ES certification.
The Doughboy Hydrosphere Series Pool is the ONLY 52" Wall, Semi-Inground Pool to receive ICC-ES Certification! Choose the BEST!
Choose Your Shape
Every shape installs from 24″ semi-inground to fully inground. Pick one to choose your size, pool type, coping and liner.
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Rectangle Pool
with 6″ radius corners
5 sizes, 12′ × 24′ to 20′ × 40′
Customize
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Rectangle Pool
with 2′ radius corners
5 sizes, 12′ × 24′ to 20′ × 40′
Customize
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Oval Pool
4 sizes, 10′ × 20′ to 18′ × 33′
Customize
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Grecian Pool
4 sizes, 12′ × 24′ to 18′ × 36′
Customize
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Freeform Pool
3 sizes, 13′ × 22′ to 18′ × 32′
Customize
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Round Pool
5 sizes, 15′ to 28′
Customize
Semi-Inground or Fully Inground?
The same pool either way. Only the braces, the liner track or coping, and the skimmer and return change to suit the installation.
Semi-Inground
- Installed with at least 24″ of the pool in the ground
- Double F-Track bead receiver
- An optional decorative top rail
- Finish the outside with stone, boulders or veneer panels
Fully Inground
- The whole pool in the ground, finished with a deck
- CP2 Bullnose coping for a poured concrete deck
- Flat Track Cantilever coping for a cantilevered concrete edge, pavers or stone
- A wall-mounted inground skimmer you can service from inside the pool
What’s in a Pool Package
In every package
- The 52″ wall system
- A 4′-2″ deep flat-bottom liner in your pattern
- The skimmer and return
- The coping or liner track for your pool type
- Steps or a ladder
Optional
- Pump & filter
- Plumbing kit
- Insulation kit
- Top rail (semi-inground)
- A second entry
- LED pool light
Installation isn’t included in the price of the pool package.
Real Hydrosphere Installs
Finished by homeowners and contractors: decks, stone veneer, boulders and more.
Is the Hydrosphere Right for You?
A great fit if you want…
- The look of an inground pool, installed anywhere from 24″ semi-inground to fully inground
- Tall 52″ walls with a flat bottom and a usable water depth
- To install it yourself, or connect with a participating Doughboy dealer
- To finish it your way: a deck, pavers, stone or veneer
Want something different? There’s a Doughboy for that.
- A deep end? Look at DB Trimax inground pool kits.
- Vinyl-covered steps? They come with DB Trimax inground pool kits.
- A fully above-ground pool? Visit doughboypools.com.
Why the Hydrosphere
Built for Strength
ICC-ES Evaluated, Made in the USA
An ICC-ES evaluated pool structure with inground-quality, corrosion-resistant materials. Robust, low-profile bracing keeps the walls stable when part of the pool is above ground, and the structure carries a limited lifetime warranty.
Install It, Then Finish It Your Way
DIY-Friendly, Your Finish
The Hydrosphere is DIY-friendly for experienced homeowners and contractors, and the Installation Guide walks you through installing the pool. Finishing the outside is up to you or your contractor: a deck, pavers, stone, boulders or veneer panels.
Prefer help? If there’s a participating installing dealer near you, we can connect you for an installation estimate.
Hydrosphere Questions
How deep can a Hydrosphere pool be installed?
Anywhere from a minimum of 24" semi-inground to fully inground.
What's the difference between the semi-inground and inground versions?
Only the braces, the liner track or coping, and the skimmer and return, chosen to suit each installation. The structure and everything else are the same. Learn More under Pool Type, when you build your pool, has the details.
Which coping should I choose?
Semi-inground pools use the Double F-Track. Fully inground pools use CP2 Bullnose for a poured concrete deck, or Flat Track Cantilever for a cantilevered concrete edge, pavers or stone.
Can I add the decorative top rail to a fully inground pool?
No. The top rail is only available on semi-inground pools, with the Double F-Track. On a fully inground pool, the coping and deck finish the edge.
How long does shipping take, and how does freight delivery work?
Pools are made to each order and ship within 7-10 business days. We ship by freight line (an 18-wheeler) and request liftgate/curbside delivery for every pool package. At minimum, the driver will use a hand truck to unload the pallets at the curb, where you can inspect and sign for them. The pallets can be broken down and the parts moved to the job site. It isn't guaranteed, but many freight drivers will use their hand truck to move pallets to a nearby spot if there's flat access (some pallets are quite heavy).
Can I install it myself?
Yes. The Hydrosphere Series is DIY-friendly for experienced homeowners and contractors, and the Installation Guide walks you through installing the pool. Finishing the outside (a deck, pavers, stone or veneer) is up to you or your contractor. Our team is a message away if questions come up.
Can a dealer install it?
Yes. If there's a participating installing dealer near you, we can connect you for an installation estimate or consultation: choose a dealer near you when you build your pool. Installation isn't included in the price of the pool package.
What's the warranty?
Each set of components carries its own warranty. The Hydrosphere pool structure carries a limited lifetime warranty.
Can I use a saltwater system?
Yes, a saltwater system can be used with Hydrosphere Series pools, though we recommend chlorine. Saltwater chlorinators cost more than using chlorine, can be harsh and corrosive on pool equipment, and can make balanced water chemistry harder to maintain.
Can I add a heater?
Yes, heaters can be used with Hydrosphere pools. We don't currently supply them, but some local dealers may have heaters available.
Do I need a permit or a fence?
Yes. Permits and fencing are always required for semi-inground and inground swimming pools. Check your local code requirements and permitting office, and follow our pool safety guidelines to use your pool safely.
What is the pool structure made of?
The walls and braces are 14 gauge USA steel with a proprietary galvanization and coating to protect it from the elements, built to last installed fully in the ground or semi-inground.
Is one shape better than another?
No. Each shape is individually engineered, with the bracing and components for its shape, size and options. Choose the shape that fits your style and yard best.
Does it include exterior trim or paneling?
No. Exterior paneling was offered in the past but discontinued, so you can use the wider range of purpose-built finishing materials from local retailers and distributors.
Ready to design your Hydrosphere pool?
Choose your shape, then your size, pool type, coping, liner and steps. The price updates as you go.
Questions first? Email a specialist and a team member will get back to you.