How to Hide a Pool Pump
A pool and beautiful landscape marred by an ugly pool pump is an eyesore. This is particularly the case when the pump has a big metal tank. The methods you use to hide the pump vary according to the distance of the pump from the pool. Generally speaking, the farther the pump is from the pool, the more options you have. You hide a pool pump with plants, building materials and a little imagination. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Plant bushes and shrubs around the pump. Consult a local nursery to find out how fast the shrubs grow and to what height. Leave an opening on the least visible side so you have easy access to the pump.
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Build a small shed around the pump. Paint the shed the color of your house to make it less noticeable.
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Construct a fence in front or around the pump, once again leaving an opening for easy access.
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Give your fence a natural look. Brick fences blend well into a yard. Plant vines at the bottom of the fence. Place flower pots on top of the fence. Consider painting the fence green to help it blend in with the yard.
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Cover the pump with a pump cover that has a natural look.
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Place various objects in front of the pump to help it blend in. These include items like birdbaths and pool furniture. This method does not hide the pump, but does make it less obvious.
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Tips & Warnings
Vines have the advantage of growing faster than bushes. A younger shrub is less expensive, but will take more time to grow. Sheds and fences have the added advantage of decreasing the noise from the pump.
