Recent content by Nginerd

It's been a busy summer, I'm still gathering information, finalizing plans, searching for an excavator, overcoming setbacks ...ha, just realized that I mean that both literally and figuratively. See, we were getting ready to submit our plans to HOA for approval (which I resent, but anyway) and...

Thanks Karan, that's a good point. I take it parts for those brands are not typically stocked? This is an O/B DIY build, there's a link to my build thread in my signature. I guess besides an opinion on the brands I'm also looking for an opinion on how good the prices actually are. Do these...

Got a notification from Inyo of some variable speed pumps on clearance. The prices seem pretty good, I was wondering if anyone had any experience good or bad to share regarding the Raypak PS165VSP. Price is $490 right now and I was thinking of jumping on it for my build next year. They also...

Anyone?

What kind of fuel do you plan to use for your fire pit? Just wanted to point out the potential for issues with blowing smoke and ash from a wood burning pit. Not in terms of damage to the pool but with respect to your own comfort and maintenance. Also because blowing ash can dirty the pool...

Any comments regarding the validity of his method? Personally I'm a little uncomfortable with no sand to help level everything. I've also read some installers only use 1/2" of sand which, when compacted with the pavers, results in pavers on stone because most of the sand migrates into the joints.

Ok, so my contact in Michigan gave me the following details regarding his travertine installation: He referred to the stone he used as "Ohio 9's" or 26A Limestone. I know next to nothing about stone sizing standards and jargon so I would love someone to translate that for me. I asked if he...

Thanks Texas, does anyone have a particular make/model that they have had a good experience with?

Most of the information I've found make them out to be pretty great. Is there any reason not to use nicheless lights in a new pool build?

I think you make good points, and I was already leaning towards installing a new gas line even if I just lay the pipe without hooking it up (right away).

Condensation is a good point, tarping may actually exacerbate the issue.

Yes, this is a DIY install (you can check out my build thread here) and I am also vetting vendors. We checked out Legendary Escapes a while back (before we decided to go DIY) and crossed them off our list immediately. Let's just say they're very proud of their work. I chose steel mostly for...

Curious if anyone has any opinions or experience with Megna pools or Under The Sun Distribution. Couldn't find much information on the forum other than the fact that under the sun distributes for a few other websites, including a not so reputable one. The walls are 12 gauge steel with no...

I like the way you think! Regarding the test, your comment seems to be in line with what I've proposed. I'm still unsure of how many cycles would simulate a year. I've also been wondering if the moisture that people are concerned with is wicked up through the stone from the paver base, or...