There’s something special about summer in Aotearoa; the days stretch longer, the air smells of barbecue and flowering pōhutukawa, and somewhere in the distance you can hear a lawnmower humming and a sprinkler fizzing across freshly cut grass. The world seems to slow down just enough to let you breathe. It’s this space, somewhere between the heat of the sun and the relief of a cool dip, where Kiwi summers truly shine.

There’s nothing quite like stepping out your back door and straight into your own sparkling pool. It’s the heart of summer fun, a place for family gatherings, and a retreat for those quiet, relaxing moments. But how do you know if your backyard is ready to take the plunge?