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Your 4'1" depth for the shallow end is great. It allows for a full swim stroke. I do worry about your 5'6" end as it might be too shallow. A good cannon ball into that depth will end up with someone hitting their bum on the bottom. 6' is better for a "deep" end.

@ajw22 has covered the need for the model numbers. I want to welcome you to TFP and thank you for letting us help spend your money build your pool LOL You will want your main drain and skimmers to each have their own run of pipes and valve back to the equipment pad. This allows you to...

Hi and welcome to TFP! I only see 2 skimmers on the plans. 2 should be just right though so that is not biggy. They should be plumbed separately back to the equipment. They should have their own valves to open and shut them. I LOVE that you are getting the pebble top channel drains. They...

You rang?? Hi and lets make your pool beautiful! I am going to share a link that was put together to help pick out plaster color. It also shows the waterline tiles and such: Pool Finish and Color Viewing Room...PICTURES & details only please Lets talk about your water line tile. There are...

Some MAJOR work being done now!!!

It is time for your set of links! The first set is all about what to do and ask about to get a great plaster job. The second set is all about how to care for your pool after you get the plaster. Plaster links:Ten Guidelines for Quality Pool Plaster Best one of all All Plaster Finishes Should...

When I read this I found this...

Here is a link to a great post about what to do and look for before the shell is shoot: https://www.troublefreepool.com/threads/new-diy-pool-build-nw-austin-tx-filled.281325/page-3#post-2518971 Make sure to get model numbers for all of the equipment! I forgot to say that. Do you have a light...

Well done so far! Lets talk about your equipment: -You do not need or want the UV. You get plenty of UV from the sun. The UV systems tend to cause trouble like consuming your FC (free chlorine) just like the sun does. Sure don't want that! -What is the "chlorinator"? I think it is the tube you...

and TFP loves @Poolnerdgrandma !!!! Thanks for the tips. I am sure they will be helpful for many new thread! :hug:

You are on the right path now! Well done! Learn how to read the date codes on the chlorine bottles. You don't want chlorine older than 3 months. Chlorine will degrade over time. Faster if it is kept in a hot or sunny area...

Thank you @AQUA~HOLICS for you input. I would get the PB offer in writing with dates, facts, who said what just to be on the safe side!

I love what I think I am seeing. Please share your depths!

@AQUA~HOLICS thoughts? I know what my guts say but am not sure if it is right or not. I have called in a professional installer. Lets see what he has to say!

What Allen asked. This is something that cannot be evaluated on a computer screen. It needs to be seen in person by someone with the credentials to sign off on it.

Here is the link to the thread we put together to help pick out plaster color. I am not sure if that color is on here though. I hope this helps! https://www.troublefreepool.com/threads/pool-finish-and-color-viewing-room-pictures-details-only-please.177943/ Kim :kim:

I, also, do a lot of clicking this and that! Most of the time it does work for me as well!

Hi and nice pool you have there! Too bad those small tiles will not stay on as they are eye catching. Oh well lets see what we can do to make it pretty and stay in place! So my worry is WHY are the tiles not staying on. When the second guy put the new tiles on how did he "fix" the surface...

What did they use to coat the pool? It looks great from here!

SWEET!!! That looks great! It is time for your set of links! The first set is all about what to do and ask about to get a great plaster job. The second set is all about how to care for your pool after you get the plaster. Plaster links:Ten Guidelines for Quality Pool Plaster Best one of all...

Now go out there and walk on each and every tile to make sure they are solid.

No nor have I looked any more.

Don't even bother with the test strips. They could cause more harm than good as they are so far off most of the time :( I would put a good test kit on hour letter to Santa for sure! You will end up saving money in the long run due to not driving to the pool store, less chemicals needed and...

Hi and welcome to TFP! Looks like you are off to a good start with taking care of your pool. Well done! I do have to ask what test kit are you using? That is the most important part of taking care of your pool. Kim :kim:

That is my fav part of it for sure! I call it "highlighting" the pool! Some do the coping a different to highlight it. It also looks like your installers had some skills and pride in their work with the great cuts!

I love, love, love how they did the all of the different areas! Well done!

:kim: SWEET!!!!!