Biddenden, Kent · Refurbishment
An outdated L-shape, reimagined
What the client wanted
Breathe new life into an outdated L-shaped pool and create a sleek showpiece with clean lines and a high-waterline look.
The finished result
A striking transformation that balances cost-efficiency with luxury finishes and upgraded systems.
Mermaid’s original project record ↗The decisions behind the result
Every site asks
something different.
The challenge
Confirming the existing shell and surrounding ground could support the new design — without a full rebuild.
How Mermaid solved it
In-depth structural testing, then a reshaped rectangular pool with a cast corner step and perimeter ledge. Pressure, soak and dye testing at every stage.
What changed. What we kept.
Before · The brief
- Outdated L-shaped layout
- Existing shell needed structural assessment
- Dated appearance and plant
After · The result
- Clean rectangular form with a corner step
- Existing shell retained after testing
- Granite-effect liner, automatic cover, upgraded heating and filtration
A striking transformation that balances cost-efficiency with luxury finishes and upgraded systems.
Read the Biddenden case studyTechnical proof
The specification.
- Dimensions
- 8.95m × 4.5m
- Depth
- 1.0m – 1.6m
- Volume
- 52m³
- Construction
- Existing reinforced concrete shell, custom cast squared step
- Heating
- Norsup 17kW air source heat pump with Froststat protection
- Filtration
- Existing system upgraded with layered glass AFM media, UV & salt
- Finish
- Granite-effect liner, integrated slatted automatic cover
The people behind the pools
A pool is a big decision.
You should know who’s building it.
Mermaid has been family-run since 1981. Today Steven and James lead the business, carrying forward the experience built across three generations. The value of that experience is not simply the number of years. It is knowing who is responsible for your project.
Meet the people behind Mermaid
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