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Many people will say that saltwater systems are as good for your pool as chlorinated systems. Saltwater systems are not as harsh on your pool system or for the people that enjoy the pool itself.
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∙ 16y agoYes there is no problem with using salt in a vinyl lined pool.
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∙ 16y agoYou certainly can. Your only concern may be with the metal components of your pool. Check with the maker of the pool.
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∙ 14y agoWe have been told it is safe and much more cost effective to put in a salt system for our above ground pool. I would like to be very sure before I invest.
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Is a pool's vinyl liner safe if a dog swims in it?
NO, NO , NO Donot let that animal in the water. My kids let the Bulldog in the water they had a great time but the nails when he came to the side to ge tout punctured the liner that I had to fix... We have a vinyl pool liner but we have steps which we have taught our dog to use to get out, so we don't have any problems. Our dog wears a dog life jacket for safety and we never leave him in or near the pool unattended.
What is the most economical finish for a concrete block pool?
A vinyl liner, its the way they have been done for 40+ years good swimming getapool.com
How do you patch pin holes in vinyl pool liner if pool is full?
Hi, Use underwater glue to stick a peice of vinyl over the hole, It works very well, available from any good Poolshop.
Should you drain your pool when it is about to overflow?
You should never completely drain an above ground pool. The chemicals in the vinyl liner that allow it to stretch when originally installed do not last. If you drain the water, the liner will shrink and when you refill the pool there is a good chance that instead of stretching back the liner will rip instead. NEVER drain your pool.
How do you fix a vinyl pool that has no liner?
We are in the process of doing jsut that. We are replacing the liner and bottom of pool. We have the vermiculite bottom. We filled in the deep end of pool, due to water shortages, and are now trying to decide which liner to buy. I don't know anything about the sand bottoms but our bottom fell apart when we took the liner out. Hope this helps
Can you use cement to repair in ground pools that have a vinyl liner?
You absolutely can install concrete under a vinyl pool liner...however, if you have ground water it would not be a good idea due to hydrostatic pressure which can cause the concrete to heave and lift. Additionally, concrete is inherently rough, where other produces such as vermiculite (poolkrete) or a sand/portland cement mixture will serve as a more even surface. In my opinion, I would use poolkrete as it provides the ability for ground water to travel through it as well as providing a smooth surface and insulating properties. Good Luck!
How do you remove white scale from vinyl pool liner?
Baking soda is natures miracle cleaner. Use that with a cloth or scrub brush and you won't have added chemicals to deal with. The baking soda is good for the pool water also.
Can you mix vinyl paint with emulation?
Vinyl emulation is readily available through good DIY/trade retailers. As most vinyls are water based then it is possible to mix water based paints
Is vinyl siding better for certain climates?
Vinyl siding is actually good for all climates. I used to install vinyl siding for a living, and believe it or not, it can help to insulate your house and also prevent water damage.
What is the best way to repair an in ground pool liner after water gets behind it from the pool overflowing from heavy rain causing creases and bubbling?
I havew an inground vinyl liner pool that got water behind it from a leak. The walls started to bulge from all the water behind it. I was afraid I would need to drain the pool to fix the problem. But I was told to just use a shop vac and suck it out. What I ended up using was a submersible sump pump, and a garden hose. I ran the water back into the pool, and it seemed to work. You will need to pop off some of the beading to get the draining equipment of choice behind it. It isn't too dificult, and much cheaper than hiring a pro. BUT BEWARE make sure the equipment is out beofre the vinyl is sucked back to the wall, other wise you will need to find a way to remove it a very tight liner against it. (sound like advice from experience?) good luck!
How do you repair a horizontal crack on the fiberglass step of an inground vinyl pool?
July 16, 2006 - Lower the water level to the level of the cracked step; it is IMPERATIVE that you have a second person spray the pool liner as the water goes down to keep it wet. Use an underwater fiberglass / epoxy repair (buy the stuff that actually allows you to make the repair underwater) Make the repair quickly and wait no more than 30 mins for the repair to dry. Fill the pool back to regular level. I made my 1st repair underwater - it held for a couple of months but it turned very dark brown and started to peel. The 2nd patch I made with the water level down has lasted for 13 months so far. The most effective repair is a fiberglass mat repair. ($100) This will take at least 24 hours and will likely require a liner replacement as the liner may not make it 24hours without water. (Liner $1800 - $2800) It is true that you don't want to drain a vinyl liner pool but there are things you can do to minimize the risk of damaging your liner. Most of it depends on the age of your liner if it is 10 ~ 15 years your better off with a new one. If it is fairly new, drop the water level to 6" to 8 " in the shallow end. Untuck a portion of your liner in the shallow end on the opposite side of the steps (if on the side) insert a length of PVC pipe with holes drilled throughout ( about 5' ) between your liner and the wall. Attach a Shopvac ( if it is available Pro's use a Liner Vac ) to the end of the PVC pipe. Try your best to seal all gaps at the top of the liner and and where the PVC pipe connects to the Shopvac. If you have a good seal and a nice Shopvac it will suck the liner to the wall and hold it in place while the water level is low. I would only recommend this on days where the temps stay in the 70's because it makes the liner more supple.
Are vinyl pools pretty good or are they nightmares?
Vinyl pools are generally "pretty good"! Tens of thousands of people have vinyl-lined pools (both above and below ground) and enjoy them completely. There are pros and cons of both vinyl and gunnite lined pools. I would suggest that you talk to several pool builders and pool owners of each kind to get an idea of the relative merits of both. I have a vinyl pool and wouldn't have any other. The bottom is so soft on your feet. The kids can play in the pool for hours and hours and have no problem with their feet. It is slightly less expensive to build and to replace the liner (maybe about 10 years) is not nearly as expensive as replastering/repairing gunnite. The only reason I see that people I know get gunnite is there seems to be more prestige to it than vinyl. One woman said to me once about one of her neighbors that had gunnite, "Oh she has a real pool". Don't listen to her, vinyl is great, my liner is beautiful and it's less expensive. Live in Texas and have had inground vinyl pool for 19 years - have replaced liner twice - cost about $ 1500 8 years ago to replace. Now need some work done on coping (pulling loose)and fiberglass steps need refurbishing. If I can find someone to do repairs at reasonable cost will keep pool. Received quote of $30 + a few days ago to replace with gunite pool. Have enjoyed our vinyl pool. We winterize and shut it down in Sept and open back up May or June and therefore do not have the cost of running the pump during that time. The water is crystal clear when we remove the cover to reopen. My brother has owned a vinyl pool for 20 years and never had any problem with it. It is just as beautiful as any "supposedly real" pool. I've only had my liner for 4 years and it's doing quite well.
