Greetings,
My family and I are planning to put in a 20x40 vinyl liner pool around Feb/Mar 2021. We are going with the composite walls, standard shallow end with an 8' deep end, and plan on using a saltwater system. Also, the liner will more than likely be one that is not too dark, more of a medium. The pool is stated to be 28,557 gallons and the pump and all the hardware will be about 10-15' away from the deep end. With that being said, I would like to hear everyone's input regarding the following subjects that I need help deciding on:
1) How many returns? 3 come with the pool, should I put in 4....5...?
2) Lights.... I am struggling in this area because I want to get it right. I know I want colored LED lights, but will lights like the "Kelo", "Microbrite", and other similar size lights be able to do the job? I am thinking I would need 4-5 along the long side of the pool. Does this sound right? Do I need one specifically for the deep end? I am concerned about the deep end and those smaller sized lights being able to reach across the 20' span of the pool.
3) Pump.... I want to go with a variable speed pump.... is it worth the extra money?
4) Filter.... I've been looking at the Hayward Perflex DE filter...... Is it worth the money versus a suitable sand filter?
I know this is a lot of questions, but I know I only get one chance to get this right and I have 3 kids depending on me to provide them with an awesome pool. I look forward to the feedback and suggestions. Thanks in advance!!
My family and I are planning to put in a 20x40 vinyl liner pool around Feb/Mar 2021. We are going with the composite walls, standard shallow end with an 8' deep end, and plan on using a saltwater system. Also, the liner will more than likely be one that is not too dark, more of a medium. The pool is stated to be 28,557 gallons and the pump and all the hardware will be about 10-15' away from the deep end. With that being said, I would like to hear everyone's input regarding the following subjects that I need help deciding on:
1) How many returns? 3 come with the pool, should I put in 4....5...?
2) Lights.... I am struggling in this area because I want to get it right. I know I want colored LED lights, but will lights like the "Kelo", "Microbrite", and other similar size lights be able to do the job? I am thinking I would need 4-5 along the long side of the pool. Does this sound right? Do I need one specifically for the deep end? I am concerned about the deep end and those smaller sized lights being able to reach across the 20' span of the pool.
3) Pump.... I want to go with a variable speed pump.... is it worth the extra money?
4) Filter.... I've been looking at the Hayward Perflex DE filter...... Is it worth the money versus a suitable sand filter?
I know this is a lot of questions, but I know I only get one chance to get this right and I have 3 kids depending on me to provide them with an awesome pool. I look forward to the feedback and suggestions. Thanks in advance!!
