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    Sand Area Beside Pool Question

    We have an area that we are wanting to add a couple of Palm trees and a hammock area on one side of our pool. I was thinking that coving the ground with sand (roughly 20x15' area) would really give it a nice look, however, at the same time I'm concerned with the obvious issues of sand next to...
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    Bought a slide off of craigslist....

    Does anyone have any information on this slide? I picked it up for $300 and plan on redoing the gelcoat to a gray color tone. I've just never seen one this tall (roughly 12'). I'm thinking of maybe making a deck/platform with some railing for it because the ladder concerns me with the kids...
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    Pool Krete Bottom - What is Acceptable?

    Just finished filling up the pool and got in it for the first time. The entire bottom was done using pool krete and the vinyl liner was dropped in the next day. The floor is definately not without some divots here and there but I am curious to hear from others on just what is acceptable and...
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    Digging has finally started (with pics)

    I posted here a while back getting some advice about an IG vinyl pool and was going to make this my summer DIY project, however, my wife stated that she was moving away for the entire summer if I attempted this so we ended up hiring a contractor. Anyway, off to a good start so I thought I would...
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    Pool Quotes....Need Advice

    Below is a quote from a highly recommended builder in my area. I had started out wanting to buy a kit online and sub out different parts of the build while doing some myself. However, we are now just getting quotes on having everything done as a package. I have been reading here for a week or...
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    Concrete Deck Pricing Question

    I'm reviewing the quote from a potential builder and have a question about the concrete. The standard price includes 5' of concrete around the perimeter of the pool but at the bottom of the quote it shows that additional concrete decking at $3.50/sq ft. Does this sound about right? Concrete...
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    Desiging Phase DIY Help Needed

    I just joined yesterday and already the wealth of information on here is priceless. Just a quick background, my wife and I are looking at a DIY in-ground liner pool from either of the below: http://www.poolwarehouse.com -or- http://www.nationalpoolwholsalers.com First and foremost, does...