We are completing our patio around our pool and are trying to make skimmer lids that match (or complement) the patio. The existing / original skimmer lid is the same height as the pool coping (ie finished height of patio). I have the pour-a-lid kit but realized that the lid would sit about 3/8 inch higher than the surround because the collar that comes with it is too tall for our application. The only way to make it fit would be to trim the pour a lid collar (and lid frame) OR trim the neck of the skimmer (that is part of the skimmer unit itself).
The patio will be pavers (2.5 inches thick) over concrete. The skimmer neck will be about 3/4 inch above the concrete, so theoretically could be shortened.
Has anyone here had to shorten a skimmer collar (or pour a lid kit) to make a matching lid? Any tips would be appreciated.
Alternatively, I have seen a few threads on this forum recommending simply cutting a stone skimmer lid, to be installed without any plastic frame. Does anyone have any pictures showing the stone lid open? Does the lid rest only on the neck of the skimmer, or would it be larger than the skimmer opening so that it could be supported by concrete or whatever material surrounds the skimmer opening?
Thanks!
The patio will be pavers (2.5 inches thick) over concrete. The skimmer neck will be about 3/4 inch above the concrete, so theoretically could be shortened.
Has anyone here had to shorten a skimmer collar (or pour a lid kit) to make a matching lid? Any tips would be appreciated.
Alternatively, I have seen a few threads on this forum recommending simply cutting a stone skimmer lid, to be installed without any plastic frame. Does anyone have any pictures showing the stone lid open? Does the lid rest only on the neck of the skimmer, or would it be larger than the skimmer opening so that it could be supported by concrete or whatever material surrounds the skimmer opening?
Thanks!