Custom Gunite Pools in Lakehurst, New Jersey
The Art of Custom Pool Design
Your pool should be the easiest part of your property. We keep it that way through dependable care and consistent service year after year.
Designed Around You
A gunite pool delivers the highest level of customization, durability, and long-term performance in pool construction. At Gorlin Pools, we design and build gunite pools tailored to each property and each homeowner’s vision — creating backyard spaces across New Jersey that feel intentional, refined, and built to last.
From clean, modern layouts to elaborate designs with fully integrated features, a gunite pool gives you complete design freedom and the structural strength to make it a lasting investment in your home.
What is Gunite?
Gunite is a concrete mix sprayed under high pressure over a reinforced steel framework, forming a solid, permanent pool shell. This construction method allows for total flexibility in shape, size, depth, and layout. Unlike prefabricated pool systems, a gunite pool is formed entirely on-site — which means the design can respond directly to the architecture of your home and the unique characteristics of your landscape.
The result is a pool that’s both visually distinctive and structurally sound, capable of lasting for decades with proper care and maintenance.
Designed Without Limitations
The greatest advantage of gunite is design freedom. With gunite construction, there are virtually no limits on the form your pool can take. Whether you’re picturing a clean geometric pool, a freeform shape that follows the natural contours of your yard, or a layout with multiple levels and integrated features, gunite makes it possible.
Depth transitions, entry steps, tanning ledges, swim-out benches, and built-in spas can all be shaped directly into the structure of the pool itself. That level of customization means every detail can be planned and executed with intention, so the finished pool feels like a natural extension of your property rather than an addition to it.
Strength and Longevity
A gunite pool is built for the long haul. The combination of steel reinforcement and sprayed concrete creates a structure that’s exceptionally strong and stable — which is why gunite is the right choice for properties that call for complex engineering, whether that means challenging terrain, larger footprints, or specialized design features.
With proper maintenance and periodic resurfacing, a gunite pool can stay structurally sound and beautiful for decades. That kind of longevity makes it one of the most reliable choices for homeowners who want a permanent outdoor feature that adds real, lasting value to their home.
Surface Finishes and Aesthetic Options
Once the structural shell is complete, the pool is finished with a surface material that defines its look, feel, and texture. Options range from classic plaster to exposed aggregate, quartz, and full tile interiors — each with its own visual character and performance benefits.
The finish you choose also shapes how the water itself appears, from light and reflective to deep and richly colored. The result is a pool that complements the surrounding landscape while reflecting your personal style.
Integrated Features and Enhancements
Gunite construction allows for the seamless integration of features that elevate both the look and function of the pool. Tanning ledges, swim-out benches, raised spas, custom steps, and gradual depth transitions can all be shaped directly into the pool itself rather than added on after the fact. Modern automation systems make day-to-day operation simple, giving you easy control over temperature and filtration so the pool stays running efficiently with minimal effort on your end.
A Long-Term Investment in Your Property
Choosing a gunite pool is an investment in quality, performance, and lasting value. The durability of the structure, paired with the ability to refresh finishes and features over time, means your pool can evolve right alongside your home and the way your family uses the space.
At Gorlin Pools, our team manages every phase of construction with the same care and precision we’ve brought to projects across New Jersey for more than 25 years — from initial design through final walkthrough. The result is a custom-built pool that feels like a natural extension of your home and a space designed for years of enjoyment.
A gunite pool isn’t just a feature in the yard. It’s the foundation of a backyard built for living well, every day.
