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Shipping Container Pool Australia — Cost, DIY, and Council Approval
Make a splash with a shipping container swimming pool – a simple and cost-effective way to add a luxurious amenity to your property.
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Features + specs
Choose your perfect shipping container pool
Shipping container dimensions
Shipping container durability
- Waterproof and weatherproof steel construction, new or used.
- Choose any container grade – new, used, as-is – from vetted suppliers.
Shipping container extras
- Add insulation to keep water warm and lower your pool heating bills.
- Our modification partners can customise your container pool your way.
Use Cases
What can sea containers be used for?
1. Above-ground container pool
Why:
The simplest and most cost-effective type of shipping container pool, able to be placed on any strong surface.
Customisation:
Add insulation for more efficient water heating and to keep the temperature steady.
2. In-ground container pool
Why:
A more organic addition in terms of landscaping, and the best option for accessibility.
Customisation:
Paint the exposed parts of the container to match the look and feel of your backyard.
3. Semi in-ground container pool
Why:
A nice halfway point that offers a balance between ease of access and ease of installation.
Customisation:
Add stairs or a surrounding deck to make the container pool more accessible.
4. Indoor container pool
Why:
Enjoy comfortable swimming all year round, with a pool that brings a stylish industrial look to your home.
Customisation:
Add a motorised hard cover to your pool for usable space when no one is swimming.
5. Viewing window container pool
Why:
Enhance the fun and style of your above-ground or semi in-ground pool by installing windows in the walls.
Customisation:
Add underwater lighting for a soft and moody look during night swims.
New or used
New vs used: which container is right for you?
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New shipping container pools
Single-trip containers in as-new condition.
Ideal for long-term use or prominent, high visibility locations.
Available in multiple colours and fully customisable.
Can be delivered to your door almost anywhere in Australia.
Budget pick
Used shipping container pools
Choose your rating: As-is/project-grade, wind & watertight (WWT) or CSC-plated/cargo-worthy.
Ideal for budget pools and remote/low visibility sites.
May have cosmetic wear and (protective) external rust.
Limited colours, but cost-effective and fully customisable.
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What is a shipping container pool?
Backyard luxury in a simple and cost-effective package
As the name suggests, shipping container pools are a type of backyard pool made from a shipping container. Standard containers are built to be water and weather-resistant, and measures approximately 2.5m wide, 2.5m deep and 6-12m long: ideal dimensions for a compact backyard/lap pool that fits on more properties.
Shipping container pools can be installed in-ground or above-ground, and can be customised any number of ways: with insulation, paint, stairs, decking, underwater lighting, even portholes to look into and out of the pool.
Why choose a shipping container pool?
- Strong and weather-resistant: Built from high quality corten steel that can deal with outdoor conditions.
- Easy to modify: Choose your preferred size, then add insulation, paint, windows and more.
- Available across Australia: Connect with vetted local suppliers across the country, and get a container delivered to your door.
- Great for tight spaces: You can place your pool wherever the container will fit on your property.
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FAQs
You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers
All you need to know about shipping container pools.
01
Your shipping container pool price depends on a number of factors, including the size, age and quality of the container, the modifications you make to it, and how it’s installed. In terms of the container itself, a high-quality used 20-footer is generally in the low-to-mid thousands, while new or larger units stretch into the mid-to-high thousands. As an independent platform, we provide up-to-date market context and connect you with vetted local suppliers who offer transparent, competitive quotes tailored to your specific project budget.
02
Wondering how to build a shipping container pool? The basic steps are as follows:
- Design and gain approval: Decide on size, features, and whether the pool will be above-ground, in-ground or semi in-ground. Gain council approval for the build.
- Choose your container: Shop for a 20ft or 40ft shipping container for sale, choosing one in good structural condition with minimal rust.
- Prepare the site: Excavate/level/compact the ground, add drainage if needed, and install a stable base or concrete footings.
- Cut and reinforce: Create and reinforce any necessary openings for plumbing or windows.
- Apply waterproofing: Line the interior with fibreglass, a PVC pool liner, or an epoxy coating.
- Install plumbing and filtration: Fit skimmers and return lines. Connect a pump, filter and heater if required.
- Finish and fill: Add decking or cladding to enhance safety, accessibility and aesthetics. Finally, fill the pool and balance the water.
03
A shipping container pool can be a DIY project, but it’s a big job that demands specific skills and equipment, particularly if you need to move the shipping container into place. It’s important to know what you’re getting into before you get started. Our expert modification partners bring deep shipping container pool experience. We’re also happy to give you a sense of what you’re signing up for before you begin your DIY journey.
04
A standard 20ft or 40ft shipping container is 2.39m deep – comfortably deep enough for recreational diving. ‘High cube’ shipping containers that offer an extra 300mm of depth are also available, although this will be overkill in most situations. You can also modify the depth to whatever you choose by cutting the container to size, but this can be a challenging job.
05
Shipping containers are intermodal, meaning they can be transported on sea, rail and road, so they can be delivered almost anywhere in Australia. And by accessing our sprawling network of local container suppliers, delivery of your ideal container can be completed in quick time.
06
You certainly can. In fact, it’s a process that we have advised users on many times before. Speak to our experienced team today to gain a sense of your container pool customisation options, and the process of turning those dreams into reality.