The Nook by Thursday Pools is a compact rectangular fiberglass plunge pool with a simple philosophy: small in size, big on vibes. Thursday Pools describes it as a chic plunge pool for compact spaces, quick dips, and effortless enjoyment, and that is exactly what it delivers. At 8’4″ x 16′ with a flat-bottom 4’8″ standing depth, entry steps, and an integrated bench, the Nook tucks a genuine, usable pool into a footprint most yards can accommodate. This is the pool for the homeowner who wants a beautiful, low-fuss retreat right outside the back door.
The Nook Thursday
Pool
A Picturesque Plunge Pool for Cozy Spaces and Big Relaxation
What Is the Nook Pool?
The Nook is a rectangular fiberglass plunge pool available in one size: outside dimensions of 8’4″ x 16′, inside dimensions of 7’4″ x 15′, with a flat-bottom standing depth of 4’8″ throughout.
What defines the Nook is how much genuine function it fits into a small shell. The flat-bottom 4’8″ depth is a comfortable standing depth for most adults, so the whole pool is usable rather than decorative. Built-in entry steps make getting in and out easy, and an integrated bench gives you a place to sit and soak while staying in the water, which is what makes the Nook feel like a cozy retreat rather than just a dipping pool. The non-skid gel coat finish provides sure footing on the steps, the bench, and the floor. The Nook is also auto-cover ready.
What the Nook Pool Is Not
The Nook is not a lap pool or a sport pool. At 16 feet long, it is not built for swimming laps end to end or for full-court pool games, and it does not try to be. Its job is to be a compact, stylish, everyday retreat, and it does that in a footprint a full-size pool could never fit.
The Nook is also not a variable-depth pool. There is no deep end and no shallow-to-deep grade. Its uniform 4’8″ flat-bottom depth keeps the entire pool at a comfortable standing depth for cooling off, relaxing, and socializing. If your household wants a full-size swim area for laps and games, Thursday Pools’ Spirit or Big Bob is the better fit. If what you want is a cozy, low-footprint pool for quick dips and easy relaxation, the Nook was designed for exactly that.
Why Thursday Pools?
Thursday Pools is the only fiberglass pool manufacturer in the United States that holds ISO 9001 certification, the internationally recognized, independently audited standard for quality management systems. That designation governs how Thursday Pools designs, produces, and tests every pool that leaves their Fortville, Indiana, facility, and no other fiberglass pool manufacturer in the country holds it.
On the Nook specifically, patented Thursday Pools innovations are available:
- Geo-Anchor Pool Wall® (U.S. Patent No. 9593455): A fiberglass pool anchoring system engineered to reinforce the pool wall structure. For Ohio homeowners, where freeze-thaw cycles put consistent seasonal pressure on underground installations, this added structural layer is a meaningful upgrade over standard construction.
- Lucky 7 Skimmer®: The first skimmer in the fiberglass pool industry designed specifically for fiberglass pools. Its 7-degree angle and custom mounting plate improve skimming function, optimize water level management, and produce a cleaner finished look at the pool wall compared to adapting standard skimmer hardware to a fiberglass shell.
The gel coat finish on the Nook, standard across all Thursday Pools designs, is non-skid and impervious to algae. On a plunge pool used for regular quick dips, that low-maintenance surface means less scrubbing, fewer chemicals, and a pool that stays ready whenever you are.
Why Fiberglass, and Why the Nook?
Fiberglass pools are faster to install, have lower long-term maintenance costs, and are easier to care for than concrete or vinyl-liner pools. They do not require resurfacing the way concrete does. They do not carry the recurring expense of liner replacement the way vinyl does. Thursday Pools estimates installation cost at approximately $1,800 per linear foot as a ballpark figure, and the Nook’s 16-foot length makes it one of the more accessible entry points into pool ownership.
The case for the Nook specifically is about fitting a real pool into the space you actually have. Many Northeast Ohio yards cannot accommodate a full-size pool, and the Nook answers that with a compact shell that leaves room for decking, landscaping, and the rest of your outdoor living space. Its flat bottom, 4’8″ depth, and integrated bench mean it is not a token water feature. It is a place to stand, cool off, sit, and relax, sized for the way a lot of people genuinely use their backyard.
Ready to Find Your Nook?
Your backyard is ready for this. The Nook pool by Thursday Pools is how you make it happen. At Ohio Paradise Pools, we have spent over 32 years building pools for Northeast Ohio families, and we bring that full depth of experience to every project, from the largest rectangle to a compact plunge pool. We are family-owned and full-service, which means we handle everything from initial design through excavation, shell installation, plumbing, electrical, and decking, and we stay in communication with you at every step. We offer FaceTime check-ins throughout the build so you can see real progress on your project even when you are not on-site.
When installation is complete, we close out every project with our pool school, a two-visit, hands-on orientation that walks you through your filtration system, water chemistry, and seasonal routines so you go into year one fully confident.
Call us today at (440) 610-5484 or schedule a free consultation to start planning your Nook pool installation in Edison Park and the surrounding Ohio communities.
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Nook Pool FAQs
What is a plunge pool, and how is the Nook used day-to-day?
A plunge pool is a compact pool designed for relaxing, cooling off, and socializing rather than swimming laps or playing full-size pool games. The Nook, at 8’4″ x 16′ with a flat-bottom 4’8″ depth, is built for exactly that. On a hot Ohio afternoon, it is somewhere to step in and cool down. In the evening, it is a place to sit on the integrated bench with the water at a relaxing level and unwind. For fitness-minded owners, the compact size pairs well with a swim jet for stationary swimming in place. The Nook is the pool you use a little bit every day rather than only on the weekends you host a crowd.
Will the Nook fit in a small backyard?
Yes, that is the whole point of the Nook. At an outside footprint of just 8’4″ x 16′, it fits yards where a full-size pool is not an option, including compact suburban lots and smaller urban spaces. It leaves room for decking, landscaping, and outdoor living around it rather than taking over the entire yard. Ohio Paradise Pools will map the Nook’s footprint to your actual yard during a site visit so you can see exactly how it fits and what space remains for the rest of your plans.
How is the Nook different from the Drift and the Nest?
The Nook, the Drift, and the Nest are all compact plunge pools that share the same 8’4″ x 16′ footprint and 4’8″ flat-bottom depth, so all three fit the same tight spaces. The difference is in seating and design intent. The Nook pairs entry steps with an integrated bench for a cozy, tucked-in retreat. The Drift emphasizes extended full-length bench seating for lounging and conversation. The Nest is the minimalist option with full-width entry steps and the cleanest lines. All three deliver the plunge pool experience in the same small footprint, and the right choice comes down to the seating layout and look that fits your space best. Ohio Paradise Pools can walk you through all three side by side.
Is the Nook deep enough for adults to enjoy?
Yes. The Nook’s 4’8″ flat-bottom depth is a comfortable standing depth for most adults, which is what separates a real plunge pool from a shallow decorative water feature. You can stand throughout the pool, cool off fully, and sit on the integrated bench with the water at a relaxing level. The uniform depth also means there is no shallow-to-deep transition, so the entire pool surface is usable the same way from end to end.
Is the Nook auto-cover ready, and why does that matter in Ohio?
Yes. The Nook is auto-cover ready, and its compact rectangular shape makes an automatic cover an especially easy fit. An auto cover covers the entire pool surface and keeps the water inaccessible without your knowledge, which is a meaningful safety layer for households with young children or pets. In Ohio, where the swim season typically runs from mid-May through September, a covered plunge pool also loses far less water to evaporation, collects less debris, and holds its chemistry far better through the long offseason. Because the Nook is small, the cost and effort of covering it are proportionally small too, which makes an auto cover one of the easiest upgrades to justify on this model.
How long does it take to install a Nook pool?
Because the Nook is a one-piece fiberglass shell, it installs significantly faster than concrete or vinyl liner alternatives, and its compact size can make site work more straightforward. Most fiberglass pool installations are completed in approximately 2 to 3 weeks from excavation through shell placement, plumbing, electrical, and initial finishing work. The actual timeline for your project depends on local permitting, site accessibility, weather, and the scope of the decking and landscaping included. At Ohio Paradise Pools, we manage the entire process, provide regular updates, and offer FaceTime walk-throughs on days you are not on-site. When installation is complete, we conduct two dedicated pool school visits before we consider the job finished.
What warranty does the Nook pool carry?
Thursday Pools backs the Nook with a lifetime structural warranty on the fiberglass shell and a 15-year surface warranty on the gel coat finish. The structural warranty covers the shell against defects in materials and workmanship over the life of the pool. The surface warranty covers the gel coat against delamination, blistering, and structural coating failure for 15 years. When you work with Ohio Paradise Pools, those manufacturer warranties are supported by a local team that has been in business for over 32 years, holds a BBB A+ rating, and has been recognized as Cleveland’s swimming pool contractor of the year in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
What does maintenance look like on a plunge pool like the Nook?
The Nook’s small water volume and non-skid, algae-resistant gel coat surface make it one of the lower-maintenance pools you can own. There is no resurfacing as with concrete and no liner to replace as with vinyl. Routine care involves testing and adjusting water chemistry, running the filtration system, and occasionally skimming or vacuuming the floor, and the compact size means all of that takes less time and less product than a full-size pool. The flat-bottom design also makes vacuuming simple because there are no depth transitions to navigate. Ohio Paradise Pools includes our two-visit pool school with every installation so you know your pool and its routine before we leave.