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  1. Esloser

    Pool Remodel - Need help deciding whether to add integrated spa

    What about doing it on the short side with steps on both sides? I’m a fan of symmetry.
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    Pool Remodel - Need help deciding whether to add integrated spa

    I love my attached spa. I’m not sure where you are in the country, but it allows me to add a good month or two to our pool season in Southern Bew Jersey. I open it in April to use the spa and get he cover off and close in late October. I use primarily the spa in April and beginning of May and...
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    Hello from Central Jersey

    Southern New Jersey - Cumberland County! Welcome!
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    Back for more help -- pool heater and remote access

    I have the Hayward version. It allows me to set a temperature and when the filter kicks on, the pool will heat to that temperature and not shut off until the temperature is reached. It does have a module to connect to WiFi and then operate on smart phones via an app, but I haven’t sprung for...
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    Hello! Looking to get fiberglass pool and overwhelmed by options

    Tanning ledge with small kids is great! Wasn't in our plans originally, but added it at the last minute. Our 3 year old niece came to visit this summer and never left it. Was the perfect depth for her to splash around and jump in. I went with a built-in spa for our build. It just looks more...
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    A newbie

    And, to answer your question: FC = Free Chlorine (Bleach, Liquid Chlorine, Pucks (BOO!), SWG, etc.) CYA = Cyanuric Acid (active ingredient in stabilizer)
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    Newbie pool owner, could use some help with chemicals please.

    Take a look at pool math. Add your pool size in gallons. Run through a battery of tests using the TF100 or Taylor K2006. Then, I would start by getting the pH in range and then raising the CYA to 30 (assuming you aren't using saltwater). Then, I would focus on getting the chlorine (FC) up to...
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    Southern New Jersey - Moved in 3 years ago with old pool and salt

    Welcome to TFP! I'm also in Southern New Jersey - Cumberland County Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    New Construction Impossible with my landscape?

    I have a 31" rise to my backyard. The spa will be elevated on top of that with a spillway into the pool. Might be able to do something differently with a retaining wall plus a raised beam. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk