Temporary pools more algae prone?

[foxbody]

Hey all,

This may be a moot point for me, since we are upgrading to a permanent AGP soon. But this being year 3 of temporary pools, and year 2 using the TFP methods, I've noticed algae buildup in the "hard to reach" areas of the temp pool. This includes the area where the base floor overlaps the side liner, behind the pool ladder on the floor, and in the crevices of the ladder. Could this be due to the construction of the pool? And the hard to reach areas don't get enough water flow? Or is it something else? I keep my chlorine levels in range. I suspect the pump isn't generating enough power or I could benefit from a better nozzle setup to get the water flowing more, because I've noticed some of the surface water is stagnant, especially around the ladder. I always find debris near the ladder and skim it out.
Thanks for reading!

 

[Newdude]

All above ground pools have less than ideal circulation and intex type equipment makes it even worse. At the price point they need to sell for, it is what it is.

Then the flaps and hollow ladders all but beg algae to take advantage of the poor circulation. One member is still the best I know of, getting the pool for $74 on clearance, but even at full retail price, how can one even complain ? They can float the same as anybody else for peanuts in comparison.

 

[foxbody]

All above ground pools have less than ideal circulation and intex type equipment makes it even worse. At the price point they need to sell for, it is what it is.

Then the flaps and hollow ladders all but beg algae to take advantage of the poor circulation. One member is still the best I know of, getting the pool for $74 on clearance, but even at full retail price, how can one even complain ? They can float the same as anybody else for peanuts in comparison.

So are you saying in ground pools have better circulation? Maybe it depends on design but I remember having a 16x32 with 2 jets, one in shallow end pointed sideways, one in deep end, spraying the length of the pool, and 1 skimmer. I suppose that is better, although there are probably better designs out there.

 

[Newdude]

So are you saying in ground pools have better circulation?

Yes. If for nothing else, most ingrounds have a more powerful pump and move more water.

Every above ground in the land has one return next to the skimmer. It does the toilet bowl thing great for skimming but doesn't do much for exchanging the lower water.

Some have added an extra return or skimmer to help some, but it's few and far between.

 

[foxbody]

Yes. If for nothing else, most ingrounds have a more powerful pump and move more water.

Every above ground in the land has one return next to the skimmer. It does the toilet bowl thing great for skimming but doesn't do much for exchanging the lower water.

Some have added an extra return or skimmer to help some, but it's few and far between.

I just had an in-home presentation from this pool company with a better design. How much better would you say this is? Is it worth paying a lot more for the pool?
The only problem is these pools come with large price tags due to their construction and walk around decks.
Thanks

 

[Newdude]

Wow I had no idea you could still get these. They were Cadillacs back in the day but i have no idea if the quality suffered with every other brand of *anything* out there.

Kayak was a sister/cousin IIRC.

Gibraltar Pools & Spas

A Gibraltar Pool™ will improve your life!

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How expensive are we talking ? It would cost more than the pool to build a wrap around deck and also again for a fence.


*edit, I just saw your other thread. $35k is too steep for me for what it is. But it would certainly be unique if you particularly liked it.

 

[foxbody]

Wow I had no idea you could still get these. They were Cadillacs back in the day but i have no idea if the quality suffered with every other brand of *anything* out there.

Kayak was a sister/cousin IIRC.

Gibraltar Pools & Spas

A Gibraltar Pool™ will improve your life!

usaswim.com

How expensive are we talking ? It would cost more than the pool to build a wrap around deck and also again for a fence.


*edit, I just saw your other thread. $35k is too steep for me for what it is. But it would certainly be unique if you particularly liked it.

Thanks.
Ya the $35k is more for all the decking around the pool. Contractors around here would probably charge me $35k for the deck alone,

 

[Newdude]

Contractors around here would probably charge me $35k for the deck alone,

I got 1800 sq ft of pavers over a new slab for $33k last year. Look into radiant and optimum which can be fully buried as a happy medium between inground and aboveground. Then you only need a strip of patio as opposed to a spendy raised deck.

The Gibralter patio is very narrow.