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I did my own. It is a lot of work but save a lot. Again, level ground is key. Don’t skimp on measuring. I highly recommend a sod cutter to remove the grass. If not, it can come back. Make sure to put a veggie killer down before sand or whatever you use. When I did my research, I decided...

I hope there is a better options than replacement. :rant: My CH is 620! Miscalculated CH test at opening and added too much calcium. :hammer: Is there ANY solution other than draining water to get my CH down? Please!

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I thanked you guys several weeks ago for your help in building and keeping my pool clear. Now here are finally pictures (after being in for a year). However, I have one piece of adivce. This was my first pool and I didn't remember the 3 most important rules of pool building: 1. Level, 2...

I built my own pool last year thanks to you guys. ( I have not posted pictures, yet) I started off with BBB and my water has been great. Two weeks ago I let FC get to 0 and to no surprise I got algae. :oops: Was brownish and clowdy. I came here, read up, shocked like you guys said, vacuum...

Please get the TF-100 test kit. It has everything you need. I just re-ordered the CYA tester cause I ran out keeping everything up to date. From what I have learned, test strip are generally not as accurate as testing with chemicals (did I mention, get the TF-100 :lol: ). As I try to get...

Hang there!. Don't give up. I had a perfectly clear pool last year because of the great advice on this site. Be very diligent to read and follow these guys' directions. I am struggling right now with some algea but I following the advice on this forum and know I will get through better than...

I purchased the TF Test Kit last year and my pool stayed clear all summer. Great kit and thanks. :goodjob: Now as I get ready to open my pool, which test chemicals will need to be replaced? All are original from my TF Test Kit I got last summer. I did a quick search but couldn't find...

Purchased my first AG and installed myself (more work than I ever thought :hammer: ). I purchases a Sharkline from Almont pools. Pool was $2000 cheaper than the same Sharkline pool from the local store. Pool came shipped with motor freight included in price. Came with wide mouth Hayward...

Built my first AG pool. Wanted to do foam coves and Gorilla bottom to save "time" and save the liner. Total cost for my 15x30 for both was around $300. Foam cove - Not recommended. Was easy to build but only gave about 3 inch bottom/side coverage. Self adhesive backing was nice but in hot...

Thanks for the help. My pool is 52" deep Sharkline. Their website says it is 14,800 gallons. I added the CYA Monday a week ago and have a cartridge filter but have not cleaned the filter since I put it in. So must should have gone into the pool. I will try adding 2lbs to start to get CYA up...

First, a big thanks to all. I bought an AG and couldn't find anyone to put it in. So I did it myself. It was hard but it looks pretty good. Took a month but did it all with the help of TFP. I have used BBB for 3 weeks and water is still clear and wonderful! I will post pictures soon...

Installing my 15x30 AG pool. I assume I want 2 inches of sand on the bottom. After calculation, there is about 67 cubic feet of sand needed. Does that convert to tons? I am assuming also I would want masons sand? Any other suggestions about the sand portion would be appreciated. This is...

Installing my own AG pool. I will remove all sod, level ground, and put in sand. Does anyone recommend a vegetation killer during anyone of these processes? One pool "store" I went into recommeneded something from Home Depot. I have also seen nutgrass killer in pool sites since I hear that...

Looking for a cartridge filter for 15x30 AG pool. Will be using Pentair 1HP Dynamo 2speed pump. Both Hayward and Pentair have nice filters. Does anyone have pro or cons on either (Ease of disassembly, filter replacement cost, etc)? Basically, what do you use and do you like it? Thanks

Actually found another thread saying that flow is cut in half on low speed. Guess this answers my question.

Looking at Pentair Dynamo 2 speed 3/4 hp pump. They give flow chart for high speed but no low. How can I determine if this pump can handle my pool on low speed without the flow dynamics of the pump at low speed? (I have already calculated total head and flow needs of my setup) Head 25 100...

Wanted to introduce myself. John from SE VA. Decided a couple of weeks ago to get a pool and this website has changed my life. I looked at a neighbors pool that was just purchased and installed by the same local company I was looking to buy from. TERRIBLE installation :shock: ! Owner said...