Wind blew our pool over

[Renee A.]

We were in the process of taking down our 18x9 intex above ground pool for the winter., it was empty. A storm came through and blew it upside down ! We don’t know what to do ! Any suggestions are greatly appreciated .

 

[dereksanders]

Secure it somehow with straps so it doesn’t blow away for the night. Tomorrow try to turn it right side up and disassemble, or disassemble while upside down.

 

[Texas Splash]

Welcome to TFP! As soon as light permits, also try to post some pics for us to see everything.

 

[Renee A.]

We disassembled the pool where it was , upside down , last weekend . We moved it on to the lawn . The outer side of the liner is filthy . What’s best way to go about cleaning it ? On the ground or draped over our truck ? Another big rain and wind storm is coming in 2 days . Suggestions ?

 

[PoolStored]

Whatever you do, don't leave it on the grass long, particularly if you have warm, sunny weather...it will kill the grass.

 

[dereksanders]

We disassembled the pool where it was , upside down , last weekend . We moved it on to the lawn . The outer side of the liner is filthy . What’s best way to go about cleaning it ? On the ground or draped over our truck ? Another big rain and wind storm is coming in 2 days . Suggestions ?

Depending on how much room and supporting pieces you have, try draping it over something that won’t puncture or scratch, and at the very least hose it off. A pressure washer with a wide angle tip would be beneficial. Allow it to thoroughly dry before folding it up to store. I had an Intex Easy Set when the grandchildren were little and it was a PITA cleaning and stowing it.

 

[Renee A.]

Depending on how much room and supporting pieces you have, try draping it over something that won’t puncture or scratch, and at the very least hose it off. A pressure washer with a wide angle tip would be beneficial. Allow it to thoroughly dry before folding it up to store. I had an Intex Easy Set when the grandchildren were little and it was a PITA cleaning and stowing it.

Thank you ! It took ALL day to get it clean . Did you roll your pool up or fold it ?

 

[dereksanders]

I found it better to fold it into thirds as best you can then roll it. Don’t try to roll it too tightly as you’ll have to mash it to get air out of the way. You’ll find it won’t be as flexible as it was when brand new. UV takes a toll, and I believe your neck of the woods is a high UV area.