Recent content by Flying Beagle

I'll add my $0.02 here. The only advantage I have found to the thicker covers is if you are using a reel system like I do, the thicker covers hold up better where the straps attach to the cover. My first cover was very thin and I was frequently having to reconnect the straps because it kept...

Please tell me I am not the only one that accidentally floods the pool at least once per season. I had just gotten all of the chemicals perfect and the pool was becoming trouble free when I went to add about an inch of water. Got distracted took the kids to softball practice, came home cooked...

I have confirmed that it is aluminum as it is non- magnetic. Yes, it is a salt water pool and the return fitting had been seeping a little last season so It looks like that is the likely culprit. I will clean it all up and reseal the metal. Thanks

I discovered a problem when I was winterizing my 15x30 pool last fall. What appeared to be some kind of slimy substance on my aluminum pool wall turned out to be corrosion around my return jet. I assume I have a problem with galvanic action in my bonding system. My current system includes...

I dug my pool out of clay that looks very similar about 2' deep on the high side and then added +/- inch of sand for a nice smooth surface. It works great.

I think there may be a misunderstanding. Did the friend dig a 2' deep hole and then re-fill with sand so it is completely contained by the surrounding soil like cereal in a bowl, or is the sand piled higher than the soil around it. If the sand is free to wash away at any point around the pool...

"kid got fresh and you want to get the point across without leaving a mark ????" Now that is funny:laughblue::laughblue::laughblue:

I prefer to float in my pool and not on top of it. I have tried a few different types of floats, but none have done what I really want to do. I have some neck issues so I prefer to be able to rest my head on something while relaxing. I would love to be able to lounge and maybe even nap in the...

I installed one of these in a Tee fitting on my return line. Installation was very simple. https://smile.amazon.com/Perma-Cast-Water-Bonding-Fitting/dp/B07K796VG1/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&keywords=pool+bonding&qid=1619712149&sr=8-9

I have been thinking seriously about building this in my pool. Kind of inline with what you want to do. http://www.poolforum.com/pf2/showthread.php/12626-Shallow-End-for-above-ground-pool Make sure to to block off the underside so that there is no risk for entrapment.

Sorry, I have been travelling the past few days and haven't had much time for the Internet. I think this would be a good plan as well, you just have to make sure the crushed stone is contained. Buy the thinnest paver block you can find at your favorite big box store and recess it level in the...

I disagree with several of the posts above. You could easily build a wooden platform that the pool can sit on. At 6" you are not dealing with enough height to allow a structure to buckle and collapse Use treated 2x8 and space them 8" on center running long ways up the slope. Rip them from 2"...

I agree with Kim as well. I would put a pool on top of that without any worry's. The key is that the sand must remain contained. If over time the sand starts washing out through or under the the railroad ties then you could have a problem. As long as it is contained it will be perfect. I would...

MelEids, thanks for bringing this up. My little ones are all good swimmers but our new AG pool is deeper than they are. This is perfect for them.