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So you want to buyan Easy Set Pool ?
- By Neil Holley Williams
- Published 08/20/2009
- Home & Garden
The kids will soon be out of school for the summer and a
garden pool might be just what you need to keep them cool
and happy, so if you are thinking about buying a
non-permanent pool, this article should be able to help you
decide whether to buy and what to buy.
The easiest pool to buy is what is known as an 'Easy Set'
pool. 'Easy Set' Pools can be installed, ready for filling
within 10 minutes. The pools are made from high quality
re-enforced PVC with a flotation collar and they sit above
ground.
'Easy Set' pools are a great idea, and they have dropped to
excellent price levels. They can provide great
entertainment at sensible prices. An 'Easy Set' pool can
set you back as little as £60 to £100 and that
includes at least a filter.
This article will tell you all about 'Easy Set' pools and
what you can expect, and what you need to think about
before you buy. Buying an ''Easy Set'' pool, despite the
name, is not like buying a paddling pool. This article will
make sure that you don't get into something you don't want
to.
Despite the low price, an 'Easy Set' pool is a 'proper'
piece of kit which needs careful consideration and planning
First, which pool size are you going to buy ?
The size will depend on the space you have available, your
budget, and the number and experience of swimmers who will
be using it.
The simplest pools are about 10 feet in diameter, and 36
inches deep, rising to 18 feet in diameter and nearly 4
feet deep.
You need to think about where you will site the pool. It's
really important that the pool is situated on a flat area,
and you may want to think about siting it in a sunny area,
away from leaf fall, or bird droppings.
If you don't have a flat area, you should think about
levelling the ground first. If the ground isn't level, then
one side of your pool may be up to the top with water,
while the other side is shallow by a few inches or more.
Not only does this look unsightly and out of place, but
this would probably cause added pressure on the lower side,
which would make it more vulnerable to collapsing.
You might also want to think about buying the largest you
can. One of the advantages to buying one of the larger
pools is that they are also proportionally deeper. With all
of these types of affordable pool the box may say it is 48"
deep (4 feet) but you have to read the fine print. In
THEORY the depth is 48", in still water, but that will
always leave the pool very full and on the verge of
spilling over. In reality, it is about 40" or so deep.
With the flotation ring types of pool, you should also
consider that you cannot enter the pool using the sides.
You should buy a ladder that goes up and over the flotation
ring. Putting pressure ON TOP of the flotation ring will
cause the side of the pool to be mashed down enough to
allow the pool water to start cascading over the side in a
torrent. This may not be a problem with a small pool if you
can lift children in and out, but you may get a bit fed up
of having to do this all the time.
Before setting anything on the ground, clear the area of
any rocks, sticks, twigs, or sharp objects that could
puncture the pool. It might be a good idea to set down a
tarpaulin or something similar.
Make sure you are in a place where you're going to have
access to water and electricity. And have a place nearby
that you're going to be able to drain the water at the end
of the summer.
You might be think that thee noise from the filter would be
distracting, but these are generally very quiet and don't
have a loud motorised hum, but more of a whisper. In fact,
someone probably wouldn't even notice unless they were
within a few feet of it. So it's not a problem having near
the house, and it certainly won't upset the neighbours. To
set up the pool, you just put air in the top ring, with an
electric pump it should only take a few minutes.
When you are finished just turn on you water hose and fill
it with water. It may take between 3 or 4 hours to fill,
but this of course depends on your water pressure. Make
sure you take any nozzles off the hose as it will fill much
faster.
Fill the pool about one inch. Make sure the water spreads
evenly while filling the pool. If not, you may need to move
the pool to a different area. After you have filled the
pool approximately an inch, stand back, away from the pool
to make sure the ground still looks even. If the ground
looks uneven, it is best to drain the pool and move to a
new location.
The pool sides will start to rise as the pool fills, and
the reinforced PVc will start to form the pool walls.
Be aware that a small 8ft pool can take as much as 4000
litres and some of the larger 'Easy Set's pools (18ft), as
much as 18,000 litres; so depending on which pool you
purchased, it could take a lifetime to fill.
Continue filling the pool. Every hour or so while filling
the pool, stretch out any wrinkles that may be inside the
pool. The pool will rise as the water fills up. The water
will support the pool walls.
And while you are filling the pool, notice how even the
water is spread across the bottom. If it isn't even,
remember, you're either going to have to live with the
difference for the rest of the season, or you'll need to
stop, drain the pool, correct the problem, and try again.
Refer to your package's instructions for filter or pump
instructions. I should mention that the pool package will
probably come with an instructional DVD. Maintaining the
pool every day may be necessary. Think about purchasing a
cover for your pool to help keep debris out, and only use
the filter as necessary. Covers are very cheap, starting
at £5.00. You can also buy solar covers for your pool
at about £15. Solar covers are designed to attract
the sun's heat and focus it into your pool. It also helps
prevent heat escaping overnight.
Depending on the size of your pool, and the size of your
filter pump, you might be instructed to run the motor for a
minimum number of hours each day. An outdoor timer might be
a good idea. Anything to make you less of a slave to your
new pool is all the better. It will also help regulate the
amount of electricity you use (because you won't leave the
motor running), and improve the quality of the pool's water
(because you won't forget to turn it on). You will need to
clean your filter regularly and replace it at least 2 times
a year.
You should also be aware that you will need to buy a
Chemical Maintenance Kit if your pool is going to be set up
for any length of time. Your pool chemicals should always
be in balance to prevent skin and eye irritation. A
Chemical kit contains all you need to maintain crystal
clear water in your pool, and prevents algae growth and
skin and eye irritation. Shock treatment is included in the
form of stabilised chlorine granules, pH adjustment
chemicals to maintain the right level of pH, Polyquat
Algaecide to help remove algae and test strips to help keep
the chemicals at the right level. Shock treatment is a term
that refers to 'kick starting' the chlorine cleaning cycle
of the chlorine already in the water.
To underline the purpose of this article, buying an 'easy
set' pool should be a considered purchase, but once you've
made up your mind to buy, it's a commitment to a leisure
lifestyle.
garden pool might be just what you need to keep them cool
and happy, so if you are thinking about buying a
non-permanent pool, this article should be able to help you
decide whether to buy and what to buy.
The easiest pool to buy is what is known as an 'Easy Set'
pool. 'Easy Set' Pools can be installed, ready for filling
within 10 minutes. The pools are made from high quality
re-enforced PVC with a flotation collar and they sit above
ground.
'Easy Set' pools are a great idea, and they have dropped to
excellent price levels. They can provide great
entertainment at sensible prices. An 'Easy Set' pool can
set you back as little as £60 to £100 and that
includes at least a filter.
This article will tell you all about 'Easy Set' pools and
what you can expect, and what you need to think about
before you buy. Buying an ''Easy Set'' pool, despite the
name, is not like buying a paddling pool. This article will
make sure that you don't get into something you don't want
to.
Despite the low price, an 'Easy Set' pool is a 'proper'
piece of kit which needs careful consideration and planning
First, which pool size are you going to buy ?
The size will depend on the space you have available, your
budget, and the number and experience of swimmers who will
be using it.
The simplest pools are about 10 feet in diameter, and 36
inches deep, rising to 18 feet in diameter and nearly 4
feet deep.
You need to think about where you will site the pool. It's
really important that the pool is situated on a flat area,
and you may want to think about siting it in a sunny area,
away from leaf fall, or bird droppings.
If you don't have a flat area, you should think about
levelling the ground first. If the ground isn't level, then
one side of your pool may be up to the top with water,
while the other side is shallow by a few inches or more.
Not only does this look unsightly and out of place, but
this would probably cause added pressure on the lower side,
which would make it more vulnerable to collapsing.
You might also want to think about buying the largest you
can. One of the advantages to buying one of the larger
pools is that they are also proportionally deeper. With all
of these types of affordable pool the box may say it is 48"
deep (4 feet) but you have to read the fine print. In
THEORY the depth is 48", in still water, but that will
always leave the pool very full and on the verge of
spilling over. In reality, it is about 40" or so deep.
With the flotation ring types of pool, you should also
consider that you cannot enter the pool using the sides.
You should buy a ladder that goes up and over the flotation
ring. Putting pressure ON TOP of the flotation ring will
cause the side of the pool to be mashed down enough to
allow the pool water to start cascading over the side in a
torrent. This may not be a problem with a small pool if you
can lift children in and out, but you may get a bit fed up
of having to do this all the time.
Before setting anything on the ground, clear the area of
any rocks, sticks, twigs, or sharp objects that could
puncture the pool. It might be a good idea to set down a
tarpaulin or something similar.
Make sure you are in a place where you're going to have
access to water and electricity. And have a place nearby
that you're going to be able to drain the water at the end
of the summer.
You might be think that thee noise from the filter would be
distracting, but these are generally very quiet and don't
have a loud motorised hum, but more of a whisper. In fact,
someone probably wouldn't even notice unless they were
within a few feet of it. So it's not a problem having near
the house, and it certainly won't upset the neighbours. To
set up the pool, you just put air in the top ring, with an
electric pump it should only take a few minutes.
When you are finished just turn on you water hose and fill
it with water. It may take between 3 or 4 hours to fill,
but this of course depends on your water pressure. Make
sure you take any nozzles off the hose as it will fill much
faster.
Fill the pool about one inch. Make sure the water spreads
evenly while filling the pool. If not, you may need to move
the pool to a different area. After you have filled the
pool approximately an inch, stand back, away from the pool
to make sure the ground still looks even. If the ground
looks uneven, it is best to drain the pool and move to a
new location.
The pool sides will start to rise as the pool fills, and
the reinforced PVc will start to form the pool walls.
Be aware that a small 8ft pool can take as much as 4000
litres and some of the larger 'Easy Set's pools (18ft), as
much as 18,000 litres; so depending on which pool you
purchased, it could take a lifetime to fill.
Continue filling the pool. Every hour or so while filling
the pool, stretch out any wrinkles that may be inside the
pool. The pool will rise as the water fills up. The water
will support the pool walls.
And while you are filling the pool, notice how even the
water is spread across the bottom. If it isn't even,
remember, you're either going to have to live with the
difference for the rest of the season, or you'll need to
stop, drain the pool, correct the problem, and try again.
Refer to your package's instructions for filter or pump
instructions. I should mention that the pool package will
probably come with an instructional DVD. Maintaining the
pool every day may be necessary. Think about purchasing a
cover for your pool to help keep debris out, and only use
the filter as necessary. Covers are very cheap, starting
at £5.00. You can also buy solar covers for your pool
at about £15. Solar covers are designed to attract
the sun's heat and focus it into your pool. It also helps
prevent heat escaping overnight.
Depending on the size of your pool, and the size of your
filter pump, you might be instructed to run the motor for a
minimum number of hours each day. An outdoor timer might be
a good idea. Anything to make you less of a slave to your
new pool is all the better. It will also help regulate the
amount of electricity you use (because you won't leave the
motor running), and improve the quality of the pool's water
(because you won't forget to turn it on). You will need to
clean your filter regularly and replace it at least 2 times
a year.
You should also be aware that you will need to buy a
Chemical Maintenance Kit if your pool is going to be set up
for any length of time. Your pool chemicals should always
be in balance to prevent skin and eye irritation. A
Chemical kit contains all you need to maintain crystal
clear water in your pool, and prevents algae growth and
skin and eye irritation. Shock treatment is included in the
form of stabilised chlorine granules, pH adjustment
chemicals to maintain the right level of pH, Polyquat
Algaecide to help remove algae and test strips to help keep
the chemicals at the right level. Shock treatment is a term
that refers to 'kick starting' the chlorine cleaning cycle
of the chlorine already in the water.
To underline the purpose of this article, buying an 'easy
set' pool should be a considered purchase, but once you've
made up your mind to buy, it's a commitment to a leisure
lifestyle.