Our Story
About Guncast
Our story
A global reputation and award winning team
Guncast Pools & Wellness has a global reputation for designing and building some of the most luxurious swimming pools and spas in the UK, for the home and for commercial facilities.
As part of the KLAFS Group, we can enhance any pool facility with unforgettable thermal experiences through the KLAFS range of saunas, steam rooms and cooling options.
Guncast brings your vision to life
Our reputation is built on exceeding expectation and meeting the highest standards of quality in design, construction, maintenance, and customer service. With core values of professionalism, creativity, innovation, and integrity, alongside a dedication to end to end care, Guncast has become the first choice for discerning clients looking to create their perfect swimming pools and wellness facilities.
Who we work with.
We understand the importance of partnership when successfully creating luxury swimming pools and wellness suites. Guncast has collaborated with exceptional Architects and designers to create award-winning commercial swimming pools and wellness suites. We value partnerships and the added value this can bring to a project, pooling our expertise and resources to achieve shared goals, drive innovation, and create outcomes to be proud of.
Meet our team
Our expert team
At Guncast, we have built a team of specialists that are experienced in a wide range of projects and in collaborating with architects, engineers, and contractors to make your specific vision a reality.
David Williams
Residential Operations Director
Steven Gilden
Design Project Manager
George Willis
Design Project Manager
Beniot Berbain
Design
Sheila Stickley
Service Office Coordinator
Patrick Pritchard
Assistant Project Manager
Thomas Lane
Head of Service and Aftersales
Louis Burton
Contracts Project Manager
Matthew Truelove
Trainee Project Manager
Our story
50 years of excellence
For five decades, led by two generations of its founding family, Guncast has been at the forefront of the UK swimming pool industry, creating a legacy of unwavering dedication to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. With the global strength and parenting of Kohler / KLAFS, we are a stable partner to support you now, and in the future.
Guncast is passionate about evolving with the latest trends and technologies, and leaving a lasting impression on every project we undertake. That’s why we continue to set the standard for excellence in the industry 50 years on.
Our story
Our History
Established in the 1970s by founder Bruce Harding, now run by his son Jack, Guncast has perfected the art of luxury swimming pool, spa and wellness creation. With an unrivalled reputation for superior design and build, Guncast is a family-run business that adheres to the most rigorous quality standards.
1970s
In the 1970s when founder Bruce Harding was just getting started with Guncast, curvy and geometric concrete pools with a marbelite finish and mosaic band and edge markers were all the rage. Though fully tiled mosaic pools were rare initially, in the luxury sectors requests still did come through and Guncast sought out the best finishers for the job.
1980s
Before spas became commonplace in the UK, Guncast took some of the earliest orders for ‘a corner of the pool that is hot and bubbly’ following the request of clients who had travelled abroad to destinations like the US and Australia. Luckily, following some crude but functional attempts at early spas, equipment started to be imported from the US. Guncast builds the killer whale tank (attached to the existing dolphinarium) along with a number of other animal pools for the Windsor Safari Park. Guncast Builds two 25 metre pool in Libya for the actors of Lion of the Desert – a film by Gadaffi.
1990s
Automatic pool covers start to gain popularity in top-end pool construction – resulting in more demand for rectangular designs to accommodate. Guncast spends much of this decade operating in the commercial market as private tennis and sports clubs gain popularity. During the 90s, Guncast builds multiple 25m pools for private health clubs, schools and hotels.
2000
Following Bruce Harding’s retirement, his son Jack Harding takes the reins. During this decade, Guncast starts to concentrate and specialise in the high end of the domestic and commercial swimming pool market – excelling in moving floor pools, wellness suites, vitality pools and other luxury installations. By the end of the 00s, Guncast is internationally recognised at the go-to company for ultra-high-end swimming pool, spa and wellness projects.
2010
Guncast continued to grow through these years to become one of the largest, most sought after swimming pool brands based in Britain, along side operations in Europe, North America and beyond. Guncast became one of the most well known luxury global swimming pool marques. Under the watchful eye of Jack Harding, chairman of the Guncast Group, Guncast’s success during these years is credit to their unique ability to deliver and improve on the highest standards of swimming pool design and construction, whilst simultaneously leading the way in the industry - crafting stunning, designer pools and spas that others would have considered impossible. 2016 Guncast became an official partner of KLAFS, the worlds leading sauna manufacturer.
2020
Guncast evolved further in 2021 when KLAFS, the world-leaders in the design and installation of sauna and spa facilities, announced its acquisition of Guncast.
Following on from Guncast being chosen as a supplier of KLAFS products to the UK market, the marriage of the two leading wellness companies enabled them to offer UK clients the comprehensive spa package under one roof.
On January 18 2024, Global kitchen and bath leader Kohler completed its acquisition of KLAFS. Kohler Co. is one of America’s oldest and largest privately held companies with a shared passion for innovation, design, and a relentless pursuit of providing exceptional wellness products, services, and experiences. Guncast is excited about the future as part of this group of exceptional businesses that compliment and support each other in being market leaders dedicated to client satisfaction.
Awards
Award-winning design and installation
Guncast is proud to have won multiple awards for our design and installation of luxury swimming pools. The vast expertise of our team, innovative designs and unparalleled craftsmanship, continue to inspire and elevate new possibilities in the swimming pool industry worldwide.
Being sustainable
Supporting sustainability
Sustainability and corporate responsibility are at the forefront of our business practices. Guncast has embraced Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles as core pillars of our operations. Through meticulous product design and manufacturing processes, we strive to reduce waste and energy consumption, and be at the forefront of sustainable developments within the industry.
Guncast also recognises its responsibility to society, by investing in its employees and demonstrating its dedication to making a positive impact beyond the boundaries of its business.
