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Above Ground Swimming Pools
Hi, anyone buy one of these, I hear the inflatable ring ones are murder unless your ground is perfectly level, anyone tried the Hydroforce one with the steel walls?
Theres an Intex 18x9x52 one too that has solid walls, anyone tried that one, can you leave them out all winter, any recommendations:confused: |
Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
My grounds not perfectly level and the inflatable ring type was OK up to a point. The kids got too big for it though.
I wouldnt leave any of the temporary "canadian tire" type pools out for the winter, rigid or not, they are not the same as the permanent type above ground pools. |
Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Inflatable rings are OK until the crows get thirsty! Their claws play havoc on it.
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Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by The Aviator
(Post 8388425)
Inflatable rings are OK until the crows get thirsty! Their claws play havoc on it.
Plus its puncture count was not helped by the fact that one of our cats seemed to favour the pool over his water dish, so we had the damage from his claws, and the stress of wondering whether he'd fall in and drown at some point (he's getting old and not very agile)... Still, at least the kids enjoyed their new pool! :unsure: |
Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by Pammy
(Post 8388228)
Hi, anyone buy one of these, I hear the inflatable ring ones are murder unless your ground is perfectly level, anyone tried the Hydroforce one with the steel walls?
Theres an Intex 18x9x52 one too that has solid walls, anyone tried that one, can you leave them out all winter, any recommendations:confused: |
Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Oh so you have swimming pools in Canada then?
:D:p:unsure: |
Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by scottishcelts
(Post 8388991)
Oh so you have swimming pools in Canada then?
:D:p:unsure: |
Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by dollface
(Post 8389004)
Yeah, we skate on them:p:lol:
Thought as much :sneaky: I'll have to get some blades then;) |
Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by scottishcelts
(Post 8389017)
:rofl:
Thought as much :sneaky: I'll have to get some blades then;) |
Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by dollface
(Post 8389018)
That you will and skis!
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Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
If you can't afford to have a proper a pool built, don't get an above ground pool, its way too white trash and it'll just be a hassle.
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Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by Oink
(Post 8389150)
If you can't afford to have a proper a pool built, don't get an above ground pool, its way too white trash and it'll just be a hassle.
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Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by Oink
(Post 8389150)
If you can't afford to have a proper a pool built, don't get an above ground pool, its way too white trash and it'll just be a hassle.
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Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by Oink
(Post 8389150)
If you can't afford to have a proper a pool built, don't get an above ground pool, its way too white trash and it'll just be a hassle.
Originally Posted by scottishcelts
(Post 8389228)
So, do you have an above ground pool then? :D
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Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by Pammy
(Post 8388228)
Hi, anyone buy one of these, I hear the inflatable ring ones are murder unless your ground is perfectly level, anyone tried the Hydroforce one with the steel walls?
Theres an Intex 18x9x52 one too that has solid walls, anyone tried that one, can you leave them out all winter, any recommendations:confused: |
Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by dollface
(Post 8388567)
Inground salt water pool all the way!
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Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by Oink
(Post 8389150)
If you can't afford to have a proper a pool built, don't get an above ground pool, its way too white trash and it'll just be a hassle.
If we ever get a permapool, it will be above ground, and not just cos we are cheap! |
Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by Pammy
(Post 8390157)
Hi, how much did that set you back, how big is it, do you use it in the winter?
Cost excluding any landscaping, just the 18x38 pool $35,000 Landscaping my hubby did still cost $15,000 or more. cabana - hubby built - still $2500 |
Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by iaink
(Post 8390215)
Much as in ground may look nicer and more integrated, its a whole world of pain if it starts to leak or goes wrong, plus is a lot easier for wildlife and the unaware to fall in an inground pool than an above ground pool.
If we ever get a permapool, it will be above ground, and not just cos we are cheap! |
Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by dollface
(Post 8390421)
Use it in winter - no.
Cost excluding any landscaping, just the 18x38 pool $35,000 Landscaping my hubby did still cost $15,000 or more. cabana - hubby built - still $2500 |
Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by Pammy
(Post 8390498)
Fu** me....em...I'm with Iain, above ground much more wildlife friendly:o
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Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by iaink
(Post 8390215)
Much as in ground may look nicer and more integrated, its a whole world of pain if it starts to leak or goes wrong, plus is a lot easier for wildlife and the unaware to fall in an inground pool than an above ground pool.
If we ever get a permapool, it will be above ground, and not just cos we are cheap! |
Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by dollface
(Post 8390421)
Use it in winter - no.
Cost excluding any landscaping, just the 18x38 pool $35,000 Landscaping my hubby did still cost $15,000 or more. cabana - hubby built - still $2500 |
Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by Pammy
(Post 8390531)
do you know for $245000 I can buy a nice property in Turks with a pool and sea view, think I will just wait and go that route, for $450000 I can get something on the beach.....yep.....looks like an above ground:D
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Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by dollface
(Post 8390552)
But unless you actually live there it won't do you much good. Swimming pool in your back yard can be used daily throughout summer - Inground or above ground;)
I can get an above ground 18x9x52 for around $1000, hubby things they are ugly but it would be nice in the summer....mind you these days I never have time to do bugger all, I am like a yo yo running up and down between house and kennels.......not complaining....this is my retirement plan! |
Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by iaink
(Post 8390215)
Much as in ground may look nicer and more integrated, its a whole world of pain if it starts to leak or goes wrong, plus is a lot easier for wildlife and the unaware to fall in an inground pool than an above ground pool.
If we ever get a permapool, it will be above ground, and not just cos we are cheap! not if you have a pool cover and use it |
Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by Pammy
(Post 8390570)
I am planning on moving there when I retire(next 10-15 years depending how things go)I love Canada but have always planned to retire to the Carib:thumbup:
I can get an above ground 18x9x52 for around $1000, hubby things they are ugly but it would be nice in the summer....mind you these days I never have time to do bugger all, I am like a yo yo running up and down between house and kennels.......not complaining....this is my retirement plan! |
Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by spankysparkle
(Post 8390571)
not if you have a pool cover and use it
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Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by dollface
(Post 8390596)
Always good to have a plan. My hubs and I always planned on retiring to France (still might), but after kids came along, may depend on where they settle, or if they settle in any one place! won't be following them aroundby any means but would like to be relatively close. Having said that, when they get home from school today and it all kicks off I'll want to be 1000's of miles away!:lol:
We considered Italy but after watching those BBC progs and looking on the Italy section here changed our minds, I do love Italian food though, I bought the Silver Spoon book, it has some brill recipes, very fattening though:unsure: Rural France is nice, people are friendly but I hated the touristy spots, the locals were very rude, prob due to too much abuse by tourists:rofl: |
Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by Pammy
(Post 8390611)
MMMm French food!
We considered Italy but after watching those BBC progs and looking on the Italy section here changed our minds, I do love Italian food though, I bought the Silver Spoon book, it has some brill recipes, very fattening though:unsure: Rural France is nice, people are friendly but I hated the touristy spots, the locals were very rude, prob due to too much abuse by tourists:rofl: |
Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by Pammy
(Post 8390502)
OK Iain, any brand suggestions?
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Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by iaink
(Post 8390625)
From what I hear from people who have done it, the quality and reputation of the local installer is a lot more important then the brand.
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Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by Pammy
(Post 8390632)
OH, I was just going to get one of those $1000 from Can Tire
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Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by iaink
(Post 8390598)
Pool covers dont stop people drowning, in fact they may make it worse if you get trapped under it while struggling. They do keep the pool warmer though.
anyway, after a quick google search i also found this: http://www.aspectspools.co.uk/swimmi...-safety-covers plus there are also dome type covers that slide across and can be locked |
Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
An above ground pool can look great if it has a deck built around it. Also an inground pool raises your taxes.
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Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by dollface
(Post 8390638)
Don't be cheap!:lol:
I've put ads on FREECYCLE looking for one:rofl: I got some nice ducks from freecycle:thumbup: I nealy bought a 16ft round pool with inflatable tube for $100, who's cheap:o |
Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by dollface
(Post 8390596)
Always good to have a plan. My hubs and I always planned on retiring to France (still might), but after kids came along, may depend on where they settle, or if they settle in any one place! won't be following them aroundby any means but would like to be relatively close. Having said that, when they get home from school today and it all kicks off I'll want to be 1000's of miles away!:lol:
Just have to do the big move from Oz first :sneaky: |
Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by scottishcelts
(Post 8391748)
Cananda is definately on the cards for us for the next 10 years or so, but we still want to settle in Europe somewhere - France, possibly Spain (not a dodgy holiday resort though :rolleyes:).
Just have to do the big move from Oz first :sneaky: |
Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by dollface
(Post 8391750)
We're waiting!!!:thumbsup:
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Re: Above Ground Swimming Pools
Originally Posted by scottishcelts
(Post 8391766)
Can't wait - shall have to get the 'North Faces' outa storage though :eek:
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