Good Pool Vacuum (for fine debris/dirt) ??

[cody21]

I've been relying on our filter system, a Polaris pool sweep, & basic brushing to eliminate dirt in the pool ... all in all that alone doesn't work perfectly. So finally got a Skimmer Basket Vacuum Plate to get a hand-held vacuum system. Going down to Lowes to pick up 50' of 1.5" hose. Now to buy an actual vacuum - the piece that I push around the floor of the pool ..

Do any of you have 1 that you would highly recommend that doesn't cost a fortune? I just want something I can push around & it picks up all the residual dirt that my normal pool sweep isn't picking up.

Thanks

 

[cody21]

nothing?

 

[JVTrain]

All vacuum heads are pretty much the same. For a fiberglass surface, you'll want one with nylon bristles. Some folks love the rectangle shape, some love the triangle shaped models. I haven't had much experience with different types but the key factor is likely durability. They'll all work the same, just a matter of which one will hold up longer.

 

[cody21]

Thank you for your opinion ... (the fiberglass surface on our pool is not totally "smooth" like the ones that are factory made & dropped in. Our's was a sprayed-on Fiberglass ... so has little divots and tiny spots that dirt can accumulate.) I'll look for the Nylon brush type.

PS - I've seen some with Wheels .. in my mind the wheels prevent the vacuum from getting actually ON the floor ... true?

 

[JVTrain]

Wheels are usually for plaster surface pools.

 

[cody21]

Got it .. thanks again.

 

[Lonwat]

I have only had a pool for two seasons (above ground) We live around trees and lots of heavy weekend mowing all around the pool by our neighbors and myself. I am surprised at the suction of the Pool Blaster Max (see photo) Cleans great. I just attach it to a pole and one charge lasts long enough to clean the pool.

 

[cody21]

Thanks... I wasn't looking for a "powered" version ... just something to push along with a pole & collect in the Filter system...