Pool patches

[hyperionguy]

The above ground pool we have now is the first time we have had multiple holes in the bottom.

We looked for patches that can be applied underwater. Home depot had gorilla and flex tape, makers of flex seal. I was talked into the flex tape.

It did a good job of sticking initially and the tape is clear. The tape is insanely sticky, but you still have to massage it and stand on it for a minute to make sure it sticks well.

The clear tape only stayed clear for a day or so. Now they are all yellow. Plus, about a month later the edges are coming up. Can't say I'm happy with that, but I'm also not unhappy yet because I don't know how other tapes work..

Thoughts??

 

[VinnyinNJ]

I've never used flex seal but have used gorilla and it worked well for me underwater. I didn't use it for your situation but it held for a few years on a ladder that was exposed to underwater and winter conditions. I don't think you're supposed to use it on itself, looks like you did that with your repair. I also don't think I would try to remove the patch unless it comes up really easy.