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    Any problem swimming in pool without pump operating

    I'm wondering if there is any issue with swimming in pool without the filter and pump running? I am installing a solar heater and got the piping all cut etc and changed my mind on the check valve. I won't be able to get the new check valve until Monday. The pool is currently clear and...
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    Homemade solar heater and check valves - are check valves required

    I'm constructing a homemade solar heater and I'm wondering if I need a check valve after the filter before the solar. I see that most all diagrams show the check valve after the filter but looking at the check valve from Lowes, it looks like it would really restrict the flow. I have an 18000...
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    Need HELP - Satin Matrix just installed - drains filled

    I'm building my own pool and just had the Wet Edge Satin Matrix finish installed last Thursday. Finish looks great but there is no suction on the two drains. I pulled the drain covers and there is pebble material in drains. Finish installer service tech arrived today and said it looks like...
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    Florida Gem finish

    Anyone have any pro/con comments on Florida Gem finishes? How does it compare to Diamondbrite or Krystal Krete finishes? The installer that has the best pricing uses Florida Gem for a quartz finish. Thanks
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    Overflow? Is it needed and if so, how do I install it now

    Hey everyone, I've been building a gunite pool thinking that I can do this with all the info on this site and the web and so I began some time ago in this quest. My problem is when I received the skimmers, the instruction sheet noted that there was an auxiliary port on the skimmer but it...