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  1. D

    Hi Everyone - New to the Pool World - Ontario, Canada

    Hi everyone, new to the forum and world of pools. Purchased a new house with the intention on getting an inground pool constructed in the spring of 2025. Have met several pool builders, received quotes, information, etc. Leaning towards the following setup, but would appreciate any comments...
  2. shoyru177177

    Minimum Pump Gph for SWG Systems

    I'm brainstorming the idea of a SWG for a small steel-framed, vinyl liner 1718gal pool that is annoying to maintain chlorine daily. In an old post, I saw a someone mention to oversize SWG 2-3x the capacity of your pool, i'm presuming so that you can generally maintain your FC at a lower SWG...
  3. T

    Figuring pool volume

    I am a brand newbie trying to figure pool volume. Pool is vinyl Lazy-L shape: Ppwk that came with pool says...16x37-2, deep end is 6 ft, pool area 562.27, volume 17,760. My issue is when I use online calculators or suggested formulas I'm getting a volume of approx 19,980. Which do I go with...
  4. R

    New filter, or just replace cartridge?

    10,000 gal round AGP FC: 6 CC: 0.5 CYA: ≤ 20 (Added 2 lbs. last night, still dissolving) PH: 7.5 TA: 70 Passed OCLT 5/18 Our 2 year old filter doesn't seem to be cutting it anymore. Water appears less than clear/sharp and there are silty deposits on the bottom despite vacuuming and brushing...
  5. SCope345

    Spa Size

    We just broke ground and are now under construction! We decided on a 10ft diameter spa.... it looks massive :oops:. Is this too big? What is the average size spa? How many people can we expect to fit in a 10ft round spa? TIA
  6. KatyG

    Need Help ID-ing inlet fitting

    Hi! I am looking to identify the manufacturer of the part in the photo. Here's the background: My brother recently bought a house with an above ground pool and we're trying (so far in vain) to whip it into shape. We have no information regarding the make/model/age of the pool, but it's 25,000...