Recent content by bdawson

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    Algae, calcium, or both??

    I just ordered the Taylor K-2006...my kit only tests chlorine (not FC), Alkaline, and PH... I can give you those basic numbers tomorrow. Thank you Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Algae, calcium, or both??

    Wanted to pick your brains on my pool issue. We've recently opened our semi in-ground pool. There are greenish yellow spots on the liner that will NOT brush off. They feel rough like sand paper....water is clear. I have yet to test the water. Just want to see if anyone has had a similar...
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    Concrete Block Pool w/ Liner Question

    Yes...The blocks will be filled with core fill grout....I just wasn't sure if fastening with screws would weaken the block at those points, or even break them. Thank you for your response. Brook
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    Concrete Block Pool w/ Liner Question

    Hi, Looking for some knowledge on fastening liner track to concrete block. For those of you that have done this......How did you fasten your track. We bought this horizontal track that will be covered by a cap stone to hide it. Thank you - Brook
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    Illinois DIY Pool Build 2016

    This will not be built into a concrete deck, but can be supported as such (my husband is a very skilled carpenter :).....Do you think it will still work?
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    Illinois DIY Pool Build 2016

    dw9000, Thank you for your information. I just want to clarify. You used this skimmer above ground, but built a concrete "house" around it? Brook
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    Illinois DIY Pool Build 2016

    I've been peeking through some of the threads on this site for a while now.....My husband and I are in week 8 of our DIY Concrete block pool. I was looking for some advice on skimmers. How to correctly fit one? What is the best way to attach the skimmer?? I have looked at several wide mouth...
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