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With most water parks and public pools closed, and the inevitable heat wave on the horizon, you may be trying to find ways to stay cool outside. The above ground pool, a long-time suburban staple, is suddenly quite in demand. And here at Outbax, our range of Bestway temporary above ground swimming pools make it easy to stay cool and have loads of fun this coming summer season.
And because we want to make your summer a happy, memorable one - here are some things you need to remember when shopping for above ground swimming pools:
While above ground pools are not nearly as complicated to install as their inground counterparts, there is still a checklist of factors you’ll want to be aware of before buying.
You’ll also want to survey the landscape of your garden or yard to make sure it is suitable for a pool. You want the ground to be level and clear of large debris like tree stumps or rocks.
Child safety considerations are also important. The number one safety rule is to never leave a child unattended near a pool, but you should also consider installing a safety ladder or child proof fence, especially if your pool also has a deck.
Structured above ground pools come in two categories: soft-sided and hard-sided. A soft-sided aboveground pool is the less expensive of the two, but may start to show signs of wear and tear within a single season.
A hard-sided aboveground pool, typically made from steel or heavy duty PVC, could easily last a decade, he notes, though you may have to eventually replace the liner. Aboveground pools also come in a variety of sizes and shapes. If you have enough room in your garden, we advise choosing a round-shaped swimming pool over an oval, because it’s stronger, cheaper to build, and provides more swimming area.
Keep in mind that an above ground pool is going to require regular cleaning and maintenance to keep the water clean. For a standard pool accessories starter kit, get a skimmer to remove any debris like leaves or bugs, a soft-bristled scrub brush to scour the liner, a water testing kit to check the balance of the chlorine and chemical levels of the water, and the chemicals and chlorine themselves.
Tips on maintaining temporary above ground pools
It's tempting to put off above ground pool maintenance, but you will pay for it later through water problems or pool liner issues, which are expensive to fix.
Complete these tasks daily:
Test the pH level to ensure it's between 7.4 and 7.6.
Test the chlorine level, which should be between 2.0 and 4.0 ppm.
Run the pool filter for 12 to 18 hours.
Check the water level, which should be around mid-skimmer.
Empty the skimmer and pump baskets.
Check filter pressure and pump operation.
Once a week, complete these tasks:
Test total alkalinity to make sure it's between 80 and 120 ppm.
Skim the surface, vacuum, and brush the pool.
Properly dose with algaecide, clarifier, and metal control.
Clean the pool deck and surrounding area.
Add chlorine tablets.
If the pressure gauge rises 7 to 9 psi, backwash or clean the filter.
The pool walls need care just as much as the water inside of them. Avoid letting guests sit on the edges or the top rail of the pool, which can cause damage and crease or crack the sides.
The pool walls need care just as much as the water inside of them. Avoid letting guests sit on the edges or the top rail of the pool, which can cause damage and crease or crack the sides.
If this is the first time you are going to buy a temporary above ground pool, it's natural to have questions before making your purchase. So feel free to get in touch with us and our friendly customer support team will answer your inquiries.