Sand for Intex 3k GPH sand filter.

[denhajm]

Hello,

The manual specifies #20 silica sand. I'm guessing that what I've found at Lowes does not meet that specification, but wanted to verify with the experts here.

Lowes has pre-washed, fine grain play sand -- see photo. Will this work? It is readily available. I asked and they did not have the #20 silica, nor did our local Walmart.

Thank you.

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[denhajm]

Okay, did some further searching on the forum and have read to stay away from 'play sand' like this. Local pool store has #40 bags of Silica filter sand for $13.18 each in stock. I will go with that.