Intex Metal Frame Vs Prism Frame Vs Ultra Frame Pools

The rectangular pool measures 24 feet by 12 feet by 52-inches high. Though it’s big, it’s designed for installation ease with a snapping interlock joint system that makes it possible to set the pool up in approximately 1 hour. Steel frame above-ground pools are strong and durable. The frame includes vertical supports and side rails while the sidewalls and bottom of the pool are made of durable plastic, vinyl, PVC, or, in some cases, resin.

Some only require inflation, while those that feature frames typically take only one to two hours to set up. The best pool for those who need a quick and easy option that won’t break the bank. The proper way to install an above-ground pool depends on the type. However, there’s a general process to follow whensetting up standard poolswith PVC walls and steel frames. After clearing an area and making sure the ground is level, start by laying down the ground cloth and placing the bottom plate on top. On some Intex pools, you may need to screw a hose adapter onto the female garden hose end and then thread the hose adapter into the drain valve.

After getting the water put in the pool, we found a little pinhole. That was easy to fix, though, with the pool repair kit that’s included. When reading other reviews, quite a few people have had the same pinhole issue when they put theirs up for the first time. First things first, let’s talk about what this swimming pool is.

These pools range from smaller, shallower pools for young children up to large rectangular pools that will accommodate the whole family plus some friends. Intex intex purespa Prism Frame Pools come in many different sizes to fit different needs. The smaller circular ones are perfect for families with small yards and young children.

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We gave the Intex Prism Frame Pool a rating of 4.6 out of 5 points for several reasons. Though there were a lot of pieces that looked overwhelming upon opening, they were pretty straightforward to set up. It took longer than Intex said it would, but it wasn’t too bad. We have found ours to be durable and able to withstand the roughhousing of teenagers quite well.