Recent content by andy81563

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    Polymer Wall Patch

    I repaired the hole with a piece of aluminum plate epoxied into place.
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    Polymer Wall Patch

    So, I screwed up the Hayward Dura Niche install on my polymer wall pool and need to patch a big hole. I haven’t back filled yet. What kind of material will work best for patching this 12” dia hole? If I have to, I will just epoxy in the piece I cut out.
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    Pool Lights

    On my pool build and need to decide about lights. I had purchased two Spa Electrics Atom lights but am returning them. Any recommendations on a dependable light? Just want white light, no changing colors. Thanks
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    New Build in NE Alabama

    Understand the settling issue. I will backfill with crushed limestone. Does anyone have experience with building a pour in place sun ledge and steps that are vinyl covered?
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    New Build in NE Alabama

    Concerning backfill...The dirt I have removed, as you can see, is good old Alabama red clay, with lots of chirt mixed in. Is this completely unusable for backfill if I am careful to place it and compact it well? Or do I need to completely fill with crushed limestone? I am also going to use...
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    New Build in NE Alabama

    Yes, she loves eating dirt clods too.
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    Andy in NE Alabama

    I've been through Gaylesville before.
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    New Build in NE Alabama

    Just started last week on our vinyl lined 12 x 58 lap pool. This is where we are, so far...
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    Andy in NE Alabama

    My wife and I are dipping our toes (pun intended) into the world of pool ownership this spring and are building it ourselves. I have bought a kit for a vinyl lined rectangular lap pool from a local pool company and hope all goes well. I have excavation done and walls erected, so we are well on...