The first number in these dimensions refers to the diameter of the pool, and the second refers to the height of the pool (and depth of the water). So the aforementioned kiddie pool is six feet wide and twenty inches (four inches shy of two feet) deep.
While trees may seem appealing for the shade they’d provide for pool goers, don’t put your pool under them unless you want to be cleaning a lot of debris out of the water. Minor landscaping may be necessary to level out your ground, using a shovel or a sod scraper. You should always bring higher areas down to match lower areas, rather than filling in the lower areas. Filled-in and dirt will compact under the weight of the pool over time and cause those areas to be uneven. [2] X Research source Concrete is also acceptable to place your pool on, and may even be preferable. Ensure there are no cracks or sharp edges in the areas, however, as these can tear the pool’s liner, and never drag your pool along concrete.
Bermuda, St. Augustine, and other types of hardy grass are capable of growing up through your pool liner and ground cloth over time. You should remove these grasses if they’re present. [3] X Research source
The boxes of every size of pool should at least contain the Intex pool set, the pump, a filter, and an owner’s manual. Refer to this site for help referencing specific missing or malfunction pieces.
In the heat of the day, the air inside your pool will expand somewhat. This is not a problem in and of itself, but over-inflation means this routine expansion could lead to a your pool bursting.
Make sure the water is distributing evenly while filling the pool at this point. If it isn’t, you will need to move the pool to a different area or take steps to level the ground.
The time this step will take is dependent on the size of your pool, but there’s nothing wrong with splashing about a little bit while it fills!
It’s a good idea to consult your owner’s manual for additional clarification during the filter setup process.
The filter should not run constantly. Most establish a schedule of filtering at night, and turning it off during the day. Never turn the filter on while swimmers are in the pool.
The amount necessary will depend on sunlight, pool size, and other environmental factors, but a cup per day is a good starting point. Be sure to test your water every 2-3 days to ensure you’re on the right track with your chemical treatment. Properly balanced chlorine levels will mean your swimmers don’t even know it’s there! It’s not recommended to test this by adding chlorine while they’re swimming, however. Be aware that chlorine levels will naturally fall as it kills off algae and bacteria. Using stabilizers past the necessary timeframe will provide too harsh a treatment. Chlorine alone will suffice. PH levels are not necessary to test for above-ground pools of this size.
