Recent content by Shadowsprint

I understand that going with a larger filter is ideal assuming you can pay for it. We are building with Pentair plumbing equipment and I'm wondering if we should do the Pentair largest cartridge filter size (520 sq ft) or if we should go with even larger one from Hayward (700 sq ft). Pentair...

Thank you @mknauss , @Dirk , and @TinFoilHat . Very helpful! I want to go with 2 SWCG's. And we're looking into shade sails...I like that. And we'll add this: "Each skimmer and each return should home-run to the pad, on it's own dedicated valve" as well as 90 sweep elbow on suction line. For...

Ah, okay. I'll talk to my builder and see what we want to do.

Thanks! We'll go with the second generation architectural series like you recommend! And I believe we have two different sizes of lights hence why the different brands. I'll look into it closer.

I finally received an Equipment List from our contractor. I'd love to get any input on the EQ he's proposing for 40x20 pool (40K gallons). I'm looking for the best equipment and budget isn't too much of a problem. And does this EQ list include an auto-leveling system? clean and clear 520 -...

Attached is the design for our 40x20 pool. Here are some highlights: Salt cell Hot tub Baja shelf Slide Diving board Jumping wall The design shows 3 venturi skimmers, which I think is a good thing. Only one of them has suction hooked up to it though, I wonder if that is normal? The decking...

Hello - I am in Phoenix and am planning a pool in my backyard. The pool design is almost done and I'll post it in "Under Construction" forum. I've learned a lot already from this website and I hope to learn more!