The Illusion of Infinity Pools

You have probably seen a lot of photos on postcards or brochures with a nice, huge balcony basically all covered in water, it seems as if that whole area is one big water surface perfectly synchronized to mirror the horizon and sky. It seems as if there is an edge at the end of it and that you could fall off if you swam too far.   


Don’t worry, though, all that beauty is basically a magic trick designed to look amazing and be an awesome background for even more amazing photos.    

These so-called infinity pools look mysterious and enigmatic, but in reality, they lean heavily on an illusion and good positioning so that you can experience all the magic and beauty of the view and its location. They are used to enhance an already stunning scenery and just add more depth and atmosphere.    

Just imagine how it blends perfectly with the sun and an endless ocean, you could basically spend a  whole day just soaking in that view. Have you ever wondered how that really works, don’t worry, the magic won’t be ruined.  So  Cal  Custom Pools and Spas reveal the secrets of master pool builders just enough.  
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