Vinyl liners are one of the more unique aspects of a poolscape: They come in a wide variety of colors and patterns, and for every customer, it's an entirely personal decision that shapes the mood of the backyard.
Below are some of the new and best-selling items from vinyl liner manufacturers. And if you've ever wondered how vinyl liners are designed, check out this story, too.
Tara Liners announces the introduction of three new patterns, including Cape Cod (shown). This light blue base pattern is a Tara exclusive. It has a unique gunite-inspired bottom and classic diamond pattern tile design. Cape Cod is one of four patterns in the HD Exclusive line, which offers 27 mil at no additional cost. Tara Liners has been in operation for 30 years, and each liner is backed by a 20-year warranty.
The new Santiago Tile with Sandstone floor is sure to be a favorite of consumers in 2014. The border is a classic mosaic that interlaces to create the look of hand-laid tile. Using rich tones of blue combined with warm tan and sand colors in the pebble floor, this pattern combines perfectly with today’s deck treatments, popular rock waterfalls and landscaping accents. Available in both 28 and 20 mil thickness. See the pattern in a pool with Plastimayd’s online visualizer tool.
A popular new pattern, Night Tide, is a top seller for Pegasus Products. It features a realistic-looking tile border and is made from virgin vinyl with inhibitors for mildew, mold and algae. These and other additives are designed to increase the life of the liner by increasing resistance to chemicals, decreasing brittleness and improving resistance to punctures.
VynAll has added Delphi Tranquility to its line of 2014 patterns. Designed to give pools a medium shade of blue water, the new Delphi border was inspired by the classic architecture of Europe and has been paired with VynAll’s popular Tranquility floor pattern, which makes pool water sparkle, the company says. Available in 28 and 20 mil thicknesses with matching Posi-Trac textured step material. Check out the pattern in a pool setting by using VynAll’s online visualization tool.
Garrett has added four beautiful new tile patterns and bottom designs to its three collections of liners: “All 20 Mil;” “TUFFside,” which includes 28/20 mil liners; and “SuperLine,” which includes all 28 mil liners. Featured is the diamond shapes of the Monte Carlo Tile pattern and Courtyard bottom in eye-catching shades of blue. Garrett Liners, in business since 1964, backs its virgin vinyl liners with a 20-year warranty.
Pen Fabricators is offering a new, exclusive vinyl liner pattern for 2014: the Celtic Braid Tile. This bold, modern pattern features a continuous tile-style border around the perimeter in various shades of blue, allowing it to blend easily into a variety of backyard décor styles. This tile is paired with the company’s Paradise Pebble floor pattern, which, thanks to its gunite-like appearance, is widely desired among consumers, the company says.
Merlin’s Aqua-Max vinyl liners are comprised of a unique base film formulation and upgraded print inks, making them an ideal option for pool owners looking to purchase a higher-quality liner for their pool, the company says. Available in five pattern choices (pictured is the Treasure Beach tile with Blue Cove bottom), Aqua-Max liners also boast almost three times the anti-bacterial and anti-fungal protection of standard vinyl liners. Aqua-Max liners are chemical and fade resistant, heat resistant and formulated to combat the harsh effects of the sun.
The Designer Series, exclusively available from GLI Pool Products, features natural-looking patterns that mimic the popular stone textures and colors of marble, granite, travertine and slate, the company says. (Shown: the Gerano pattern.) Each high-quality designer pattern is also available with matching Sure-Step textured floor for added traction on pool steps.
LOOP-LOC is pleased to introduce the new Splashing Waves pattern. This elegant, one-of-a-kind design combines a playful border of splashing waves with the Marine Sparkle bottom. Exclusive to LOOP-LOC, the pattern is available in 20 and 28 mil thicknesses with a matching textured pattern for pool steps.
Latham offers three new, dynamic liner patterns in 2014 to provide homeowners with even more options to decorate their poolscape. Choose from the natural hues of Bonneville, the playful Dolphin mosaic or the intricate style of the new Sanmray pattern. All of Latham's liners come standard with the exclusive Ultra-Seam process, which makes floor seams stronger and virtually invisible, the company says.
Canadian General Tower has created Riverside — its boldest pattern to date, the company says. Inspired by the motion of crashing waves and details of old-world architecture, this striking three-dimensional stone wave appears in front of a textured aqua stone background. This pattern is a part of CGT’s Tower Collection of house patterns for vinyl liner swimming pools.
