Anyone have thoughts or feedback on a slide for an in-ground pool? Thinking about getting it for my new build since we have young ones. Think it would be fun for them . Thanks
Is this a good price ..
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It is typically a personal choice.
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Lots of threads on slide issues for your enjoyment...
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Slide or No Slide...that is the question.
Starting the build yesterday...on our way. (Can't show pics since I reached my limit??!?) Anyway, we have to decide on a slide so they can put the plumbing in the right spot. We wanted to wait till next year, but they my other half raised the question....do we really need one. Do you have...
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SR Smith Typhoon Slide
We are looking seriously at this slide for our grandkids. From what I can tell, there's some older threads here about that make & model and was just wondering if it's still a good recommendation and/or if there's a better option for a slide out there of similar dimensions.
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Is a Pool SLide Worth it?
We're planning our buried AGP pool project, and have been considering doing a slide. Our kids are 12 and 11, so we'll still have a few years with them here. We're looking at $1500 minimum for a slide. Plus, there's a chance of insurance issues, although I think mine is okay. For those that...
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Is a slide worth the money?
We are about a week or less away from breaking ground on our new inground pool and I wanted to get the opinions of the veterans around here. What we can't decide on is whether or not a slide is worth it? We have a 3 1/2 year old daughter who loves the water and is the main reason we're...
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The young ones will grow up quickly and then the slide will sit there forever and rot away.
We built a pool a few years ago - the one feature my wife wanted was a slide... She uses it almost every time we use the pool. She is a kid at heart!
SR Smith Typhoon.
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SR Smith Typhoon.
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- Jul 8, 2013
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Keep in mind that many towns on Long Island have different regulations regarding the placement of equipment to pass inspection. It’s the pool builder’s responsibility to confirm these requirements. The minimum distance I recall is typically 3-5 feet from the property line, but some towns, like Oyster Bay, require around 10 feet. I believe the Town of Islip has a 4-foot requirement.
Sorry if a little off topic. Anyone have suggestions for what(if anything) they implemented in their backyard that gave it a resort/cozy feel to go along with the inground pool? We're going to add arborvitae along fence line. Thanks.
Great unitended point that if building a protective cover, it would be treated as any structure or shed and may have its own setback requirements on top of the equipment rules.
So I signed the contract and one thing I forgot was the liner thickness. They are giving me 20 mil which I believe is way too thin. Doesn't even make sense I believe. They said it would be an upcharge for thicker liner. Is there a middle ground of thickness I can go without going 28 that would make sense? It's loop loc.Thanks
Some like them, I am on team thicc.
Mine was nominal, $350 maybe ? Peanuts for a more durable liner holding all the water, IMO.
Looploc traditionally has 20 and 28. Certain patterns are only available in one or the other.
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congratulations .. let the fun begin. who did you choose? i think go with thicker liner.
It is specifically Forever Lawn North Central Georgia
Ask builder how much extra thicker is. If it's under $500, pay it. Trust me, I understand getting squeezed every last dollar, but the thicker liner is worth a little more.
So they want $500 for 28 mil. Think I'll do it. Are there more pros then cons?
Also we've narrowed down to 4 Loop Loc liner designs. 2 of them, I just found out, are fully embossed which the girl said means textured throughout, not just the stairs. Any downsides to having fully embossed? Thanks
Also we've narrowed down to 4 Loop Loc liner designs. 2 of them, I just found out, are fully embossed which the girl said means textured throughout, not just the stairs. Any downsides to having fully embossed? Thanks
I'll be here 6 years in june and don't recall one thread where a thicker liner caused problems. Not to say it doesn't happen, just that it doesn't come up with any kind of regular occurance.
I see no cons and seeing how we have a 'bag full of water', using a thicker bag is a no brainer IMO.
This is best discussed with the important one. I vote whatever she likes best.
On a serious note, after 20 something years, me and the Mrs came up with a system with liner #2 thats been working mint since. For any decision with too many or too similar choices, I narrow her choices down to 3 based on her general like, then she gets to pick. Frustrated at the liner book she said 'pick me three blue ones', which i did, and boom it was that simple.
Its saved several headaches since from new light fixtures to a SUV.
I'll be here 6 years in june and don't recall one thread where a thicker liner caused problems. Not to say it doesn't happen, just that it doesn't come up with any kind of regular occurance.
I see no cons and seeing how we have a 'bag full of water', using a thicker bag is a no brainer IMO.
This is best discussed with the important one. I vote whatever she likes best.
On a serious note, after 20 something years, me and the Mrs came up with a system with liner #2 thats been working mint since. For any decision with too many or too similar choices, I narrow her choices down to 3 based on her general like, then she gets to pick. Frustrated at the liner book she said 'pick me three blue ones', which i did, and boom it was that simple.
Its saved several headaches since from new light fixtures to a SUV.
Anyone have a waterfall feature in their pool? If so where and do you like? My wife is asking about it.
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