Sand Filter Silica

[Farrier]

Is there a thread on here explaining the different types of usable sand.

I'm in the beginning stages of getting my commercial pool (40k gal) rebuilt. I met with the contractor this morning and he is suggesting that I ditch my Pentair FNS60 and go to a much larger sand filter, Pentair TR-140.

Even with brand new grids and fresh DE, my filter will plug in about 2-3 weeks. He's claiming that a bigger sand filter will fix that problem.

Thanks

 

[Texas Splash]

Is there a thread on here explaining the different types of usable sand.

There sure are. There are many discussions. I'll put a few of those discussions below for you to get started.

Type of sand in sand filter

Hi everyone! it's that time of year again when the excitement builds as the weather begins to get warmer...and the pool needs to be put back into action. This year I feel I need to change the sand in the sand filter, as it's been in there 6 years possibly 7, can't quite remember. I changed...

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File:Pool Sand Comparison HTH vs Quikrete.jpg - Further Reading

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Maintenance and Cleaning of Pool Filters

Maintaining your swimming pool filter system is important. Learn how to clean and maintain your pool filter at low cost & enjoy a Trouble Free Pool.

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Sand Filter Use and Care - Further Reading

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[Farrier]

^^ Thank you sir. Thats was some good reading