It has become necessary to replace my sand filter system on my 24' above ground pool. I am considering switching to a cartridge system and would appreciate recommendations on which brands may be best. From what I have researched so far, I will be using a 120 sf filter. Thanks.
Switching to Cartridge Filter
- Thread starter Woodsmith
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How deep is your pool?
The recommendations I have seen here are at least 15 sqft / 1000 gallons. So if you are 3' deep you would want at least 150sqft, but if you are 4' you would want at least 200sqft.
The recommendations I have seen here are at least 15 sqft / 1000 gallons. So if you are 3' deep you would want at least 150sqft, but if you are 4' you would want at least 200sqft.
Are there specific reasons you no longer want the sand? Wondering if it was maybe undersized and thus your desire to switch.
A quote from Linen in another thread for the same size pool:
first-time-ag-pool-owner-questions-about-filtration-needs-t48355.html
A quote from Linen in another thread for the same size pool:
first-time-ag-pool-owner-questions-about-filtration-needs-t48355.html
Actually, I have been satisfied with a sand filter; however, I am of the impression after reading information on this site that a cartridge filter is preferred. Perhaps I'm reading more into the information in Pool School and other threads here.
There is no preferred type of filter on the forum. The large majority of people like the type they already own indicating all three types are pretty effective.
Don't switch filter types just to be switching.
Don't switch filter types just to be switching.