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W
orking in a constrained area, Jeffrey Ingrassia – owner
of AquaFX – and his crew constructed an aquatic retreat
for these New York homeowners.
The client was looking for a long, serpentine slide, so the team installed one that spanned 40 linear feet
and stood 10-feet high – perfect for taking children and adults alike on a fast water ride. But this luscious
area didn't come without a few hurdles.
"We knew we would face many challenges and that was because it would be taller than the cabana
roof and had limited space to maneuver massive boulders," Ingrassia says.
To overcome the issues, the team installed a series of casted rock panels toward the top that were
textured and stained to compliment the real boulders. An extensive amount of plumbing had
to be rerouted for the 3-inch plumbing line to feed about 15,000 gallons per hour (gph)
of water. They also convinced the clients to replace an existing waterfall, which was
much smaller than the slide, with one that better tied into the overall scenery.
Repositioning the massive boulders, they constructed a naturalistic water-
fall that ran independently from the pool fi ltration, recirculating 10,000 gph. To
complement the water feature, they added customized, textured concrete steps,
which provided traction for climbing. Another safety measure included installing
marine lumber and custom netting to keep riders safe while heading up the slide.
They also illuminated this project with LED lighting and Tiki torches, allowing for en-
tertainment well into the night. Other tradesmen who worked on the project included
Gibbons Pools, C&C Sprinkler, RicoRock and Dolphin WaterSlides.
To see more photos from this project, visit totallandscapecare.com/fountain-of-youth.
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LANDSCAPING:
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PROJECT:
Residential, Dix Hills,
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Landscaper makes a splash with
refreshing water oasis project
