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Here you go. This one isn’t UK but you get the idea. Looks like there are manual and auto options for the reel, as well as temp setup reels that can be moved/put away. Slated pool cover. We very well may have to bite the bullet on anchors but we have decorative cuts and would love an option...

Hi Friends! Question regarding pool covers. Anyone have experience with floating safety covers? I’ve seen several UK companies making slatted safety covers but not much luck in the US. Not sure what other options might work. Does not need to be automatic either. We are trying to avoid deck...

Thanks for the reply. Yeah, we finished construction in winter so we spent last winter/spring making sure nothing froze and pump was always running. We will likely get some debris with the change of seasons.

Howdy TFP Fam! We are closing in on the end of our first season as pool owners. We have an in ground, fiberglass pool that is roughly 16x35. I’d love some advice from those more experienced on pool covers vs uncovered and winterized vs keeping the pool open. We live in Arkansas so there are...

Cool thanks. I’ve done a little bit with a leaf but casual observation. Guess it might be time for a few experiments:)

Actually usually comes from the skimmer side pushing away from it :(

Hi All, Searched for this and can’t seem to get a definitive answer. I have a Thursday fiberglass Aspen pool , rectangle. 3 return jets. How should I point them for most efficient circulation and skimming? See pic. Yellow are jets, red is where the skimmer is. Thanks team!

Hi Oly, using Taylor 2006 test kit

I use taste test 😜. I’m using Taylor 2006 w salt and I also compare occasionally with Lamotte color q 2x

Here she is : Thursday Pools Aspen 16’x35 (fiberglass) Water looks clear to me. Below are the stats on chemistry. I know Cya is a bit high, learned after the fact :oops: what chems I should be using. Plan to splash out some water to get it down with some cannonballs with friends. Adding...