Where is the best place to put an inflatable pool?

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Thinking about setting up an Inflatable Swimming Pool in your yard? Whether you’re opting for an Easy Set pool with an inflatable top edge or one of their metal frame pools (like the Prism, Ultra, etc.), the process for establishing an Intex pool is typically simple. Once you have the site ready, you can usually have your pool set up, filled, and operating within a day or two.

Choosing the Right Location for Your Intex Pool Setup

When selecting the perfect spot for your pool, pay attention to aspects such as sunlight, visibility, water and power access, and the need for safety fencing or barriers. While they might seem minor, these elements are vital for the ease of use and safety of your pool.

The Right Way: Choose a sunlit area in your backyard with flat, even ground that allows for effective stormwater drainage. Ensure that there are safety barriers to restrict unauthorized access to the pool. Ideally, the pool should be visible from your house and close to power and water sources.

The Wrong Way: Situating the pool beneath a large, shady tree. If the ground isn’t level or slopes slightly, it can lead to water accumulating around the pool during heavy rainfall. If the water source or power outlets are too far away, you’ll find yourself using long hoses or extension cords. Additionally, if there’s no barrier, children may wander over to the pool unsupervised. Finally, hiding the pool in a secluded area out of sight makes supervision difficult.

Site Preparation

Ensuring level ground is absolutely essential. A difference of even 1-2 inches can lead to a soft-sided pool leaning to one side, exerting undue pressure and potentially causing damage. This step is the first and foremost priority when preparing for an Intex pool. A chosen site should be dry, flat, and even.

The Right Way: Mark the edge of the pool, adding an extra foot around all sides. Use a line level to check at various points. Then, utilize flat shovels or a sod cutter to smooth out any high areas, and consider adding a layer of sand.

The Wrong Way: Estimating the area for the pool without careful measurement and attempting to level low points with sand alone, which can cause uneven distribution under the pool’s base, leading to potential failure.

How to Level the Ground for an Intex Pool

Now that you're aware of the proper and improper ways to prepare your ground, let’s take a look at how to level it effectively. Achieving a flat surface can take a few hours up to a full day depending on your equipment and assistance. For considerable grading, consider renting a machine for efficiency.

1. Start by painting the outline of the pool on the ground.

You can mark the circular outline by placing a stake in the center and tying a string to it, measuring it out. For rectangular or oval pools, you would measure and adjust accordingly. Ensure that corners are at right angles for a more professional outcome.

2. Check your ground level.

Trim the grass short and rake it to ensure you are measuring accurately. Use a long piece of wood or level to gauge if your ground meets the necessary standards.

3. Level the ground as required.

If the ground has considerable elevation changes, don’t just add fill—remove the high points. It may be beneficial to call in professionals if extensive digging is required.

4. Prepare to Set Up Your New Intex Pool!

With the area ready, it’s time to unpack your pool but be careful to do it correctly. Ensure you have a ground cloth to protect your pool’s base.

Intex Pool Setup

It's finally time to install your pool! Make sure to read through all instructions and possibly engage a helper to ensure the setup goes as smoothly as possible. Start by correctly installing any necessary parts before filling the pool.

The Wrong Way: Skimming through instructions and skipping essential steps can lead to significant mistakes, making you start over.

Final Steps

Follow the manual carefully for filter and pump connections, and monitor water quality before enjoying your pool. By observing these tips and preparations, you should have a fantastic summer experience swimming in your Inflatable Swimming Pool!

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