Intex Ultra Frame 32′ X 16′ Rectangle Metal Frame Pool With Sand Filter Pump

The pump keeps the water circulating but doesn’t clean as it should. You’ll want to upgrade the pump to keep maintenance down to a minimum. These pools are great for people with small yards, large yards, or anywhere in between.

The installation process for a semi-inground pool is only a 1-3 day process. Exclusive to Pool & Spa Depot, the Stealth Semi-In Ground Pool can achieve the aesthetics of an inground pool for a price much closer to that of an above ground pool. Luckily, there’s an incredible compromise – the Stealth Semi-In Ground Pool. The Evolution Above Ground Pool I have to start out by saying that this is my all time favorite above ground pool. Check out the chemicals guide linked at the bottom of this post!

Intex pools are great if you are looking for an affordable splash pool to keep your kids entertained or a larger pool for swimming. Get ready for the best summer yet with the Intex 26373EH Ultra Frame 16′ x 32” Rectangle Metal Frame Above Ground Pool Package! The Intex 26373EH Above Ground Pool Package is 16′ wide, 32′ long and is 52″ deep. The above ground pool holds approximately 14,000 gallons.

This combination helped increase the pool’s resistance to tear and puncture. Whether you have six months of hot weather or six weeks, a swimming pool is worth the investment. Although a pool may seem like a headache and never-ending maintenance, it doesn’t have to be. There are so many different types of pools available right now, you can get as fancy or as simple as you like. For the most affordable and convenient swimming pool, you’ll want to choose an above-ground pool.

For the smaller pools up to 20ft long, a 1500 to 2000 GPH pump should be adequate. For larger pools, make sure the pump is rated between 2000 and 3000 GPH. If you want a pool just for your toddlers, a Kiddie pool will do.

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Aim for an alkalinity level of 100–150 parts per million . Alkalinity protects your pool from wild changes in pH by buffering it against sudden shifts. Planning ahead can help you budget the time and money you invest in your pool so you can avoid nasty surprises and prepare for larger expenditures of both when needed.

The larger ones have many of the same features as the Ultra Frame Pools, but the frames aren’t as robust and will rust a little faster. The Prism Frame Pools will last for four to five years, while the Ultra Frame Pools will last six to seven years. The Prism Frames run about one-third less than the Ultra Frames.