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We are thinking of putting in a pool house and would enjoy seeing all the TFP ideas. Thanks!

Hi everyone. It's time to replace the mastic / grout between my coping and exposed aggregate pool deck. Is Sika a good option from Home Depot or Lowes? Is there something else I should be looking at? Any other tips or advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

Looking for ideas for fun games for the pool. Is there a thread? I haven't seen anything. Thanks!

I am looking to clean and seal my aggregate pool deck. Was built in 2007 and neglected by previous owner. There are no serious cracks but the concrete tends to absorb dirt and look tired. I would like to seal it w/ something that will help me keep it clean but not be too slippery. Any...

Hi everyone, I got my pool opened and two of the 6" x 6" tiles were loose and broke. I found the same tiles online and am going to purchase to replace. How do I go about reattaching / setting with water in the pool? Do you have a thin set you recommend? Do I need to grout? Is there a waterproof...

The previous owner left behind a Polaris 9300 Sport. It looks to be in ok condition but the owner took it apart to replace the cleaning mechanism and never put back together. I was thinking about just throwing it in the trash but figured I would see if anyone on here has a use for it.

I am looking to purchase a safety cover for my pool. I live in MD and will close the pool in late SEP / early OCT. I have received conflicting advice on the type of cover to purchase. The first person I spoke to suggested solid w/ mesh panels. The second person, who measured, suggested mesh due...

All, I just purchased an M400 cleaner and seem to be getting a lot of plaster/diamond brite in my filter after vacuuming. Is this normal or is it something I should be concerned about? If so, can I treat it in some way? Thanks! rb

All, I didn't do enough research prior to purchasing my VS pump (it looks like I should have bought an ItelliFlo) and I purchased a SuperFlo VS to pair w/ my IntelliChlor 40 and EasyTouch. What is the recommended set up for a SuperFlo and EasyTouch? Should I just program the EasyTouch to keep...

Hi everyone. I got my new pump installed today and started the pool up. My intellichlor 40 fired up but I haven't added any salt yet. There is no pool salt available at my local home depot. Can I use standard water softener salt? If so, how much for 30k gallon pool to start? Or does it depend on...

Hi everyone, I live in MD and I am getting my pool up and running. I have two small spaces on each side of the pool for plants. The areas used to have holly bushes but they were too overgrown to save. What would be a good plant to replace with that would withstand the water/chemicals? Thanks!

Hey Everyone, I have been so busy taking care of other projects on the house we just bought--I neglected to purchase chemicals for startup. I have a 28k gallon pebbletec w/ Pentair DE filter and Intellichlor w/ Pentair variable speed pump. What chemicals do I need for startup (at a minimum). I...

My pool is ready to open and I don't have a cleaner on hand (booster pump is broken and out of system) and Polaris robot I got w/ house doesn't work. What is best robot I can buy for $1k? Thanks!

Hi, Can I replace the bulbs in my Pentair SAM light w/ an LED upgrade? What's most powerful bulb I can replace with? Where is best place to purchase? Thanks! I am not sure of the model. Pics below.

Hi everyone, Please help. Just purchased home w/ gunite pool. I tried pressure washing and cannot get the stains out. Do I need to acid wash? If so, what is best method? Thanks!

I am in the market for a new pump and filter. I currently have a Pentair 1.5 HP WhisperFlo pump and a Pentair Quad D.E. filter. There was also a booster/cleaner pump previously plumbed into the system but has since been taken out. These items will be paired w/ a Pentair Easy Touch Controller...

All, I had a pool inspection today. Inspector recommended acid washing gunite pool. Is this something I can DIY or should I pay the pool company to do it? He quoted around $1k. Thanks!

All, I have been reading the forum for some time. I am about to close on a house w/ a 28k gallon gunite pool. The pool was built in 2007. The equipment is original. It has a Pentair Easy Touch control system w/ Intellichlor SWG. It also has a Pentair Quad DE 60 filter and a Pentair 1.5 HP pump...

All, UPDATE: NOW WITH PICS. I have been reading through the forum while we were waiting for a response from the bank on a short sale (Annapolis, MD). We found out today our offer was accepted and we have to close by the end of May. The house has a 28k gallon, gunite pool with diamond brite...