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re: Need some information on pools...
Posted on 5/11/16 at 2:24 pm to LSUballs
Posted on 5/11/16 at 2:24 pm to LSUballs
Nice work man, love the brick border. I think I'm more apt to go cheapest I can find and then add the decor as id like. I have a bit of experience with concrete and retaining walls, landscaping etc.
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Posted on 5/11/16 at 2:25 pm to Rhino5
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You have a nice setup. I'm studying pool design and prices but my issue is I have a wood deck with no porch. Basically, skinny rectangular shape that runs along the length of the house. I don't have the patio that it can "flow" into, it's wood deck straight out the back door with steps that lead down to the yard.
have you looked into above ground pool options?
Posted on 5/11/16 at 2:25 pm to Will Cover
It's never too late baw.
Posted on 5/11/16 at 2:27 pm to Rhino5
We kicked around every which way. But in the end we went with the least expensive upfront option. The liner pool was half the cost of a fiberglass and more than that cheaper than a gunite. We decided to go that route and will eventually put the savings toward an outdoor kitchen.
Posted on 5/11/16 at 2:28 pm to LSUballs
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18' x 36' 40,000 gal salt water pool with all the equipment.. Cost with concrete $24,000.00
Thats more what i was thinking, but im sure there is a huge difference when you get into custom pools, designs, and non-liners.
What are the cons for a liner pool? and what are these prefab kits i see on ebay? looks like you just dig a hole and throw it in the ground.
Honestly curious.
Posted on 5/11/16 at 2:31 pm to Chad504boy
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have you looked into above ground pool options?
I wouldn't be able to perfect my swan dive in one. The deck isn't that high, like 2-3ft. Thinking something like this
Posted on 5/11/16 at 2:34 pm to SportTiger1
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What are the cons for a liner pool?
Replacing liners. Which according to my pool guy will cost about 2k installed and will happen every 8-12 years. Other than that I don't know. Gunite will be more durable but when you do repair it you will drop some pretty substantial coin. I think it's the same for fiberglass or you may have to even scrap it all together...
This post was edited on 5/11/16 at 2:35 pm
Posted on 5/11/16 at 4:04 pm to LSUballs
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Replacing liners. Which according to my pool guy will cost about 2k installed and will happen every 8-12 years. Other than that I don't know. Gunite will be more durable but when you do repair it you will drop some pretty substantial coin. I think it's the same for fiberglass or you may have to even scrap it all together...
Could you change pool types when you would have to change the liner?
Posted on 5/11/16 at 4:46 pm to WPsportsman
Finished this about a year ago.
This post was edited on 5/11/16 at 4:47 pm
Posted on 5/11/16 at 5:57 pm to skuter
Damn fine work skuter.
Posted on 5/11/16 at 6:02 pm to skuter
Is that pallets?
Posted on 5/11/16 at 7:50 pm to Chad504boy
We have a 27ft above ground with a half pool deck. It is a Matrix resin, saltwater. We have had it for about 5 years, easy to maintain only had to replace a pump last year $280. I bought a pool kit from TF test kits and check my water weekly, get a titration kit rather comparing colors it is a lot more accurate. Like others have said trouble free pool is a great resource. In La the biggest thing to keep in check is your CYA levels so you maintain your chlorine. Chlorine disapates and dilutes in the summer with heat and adding water due to evaporation. Stay on top of your levels and don't loose it especially in the summer.
Posted on 5/11/16 at 8:32 pm to skuter
That's really nice.. OB swimming party at your place for the first game in September? Looks like you have all the makings for a good time!
Posted on 5/11/16 at 8:36 pm to WPsportsman
Thanks for all the input and ideas, I have a ways to go before I get started. I have to get my house finished first. I hope I can be in the ob pool an outdoor kitchen club in the near future. Y'all baws got some beautiful places!
Posted on 5/11/16 at 8:50 pm to sonoma8
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pallets?
Yes sir
Posted on 5/11/16 at 8:52 pm to WPsportsman
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That's really nice.. OB swimming party at your place for the first game in September? Looks like you have all the makings for a good time!
Posted on 5/11/16 at 9:13 pm to skuter
Just had a 20 min swim in my new pool and having a cocktail unwinding by pool after a couple busy days.
Yes a pool is work but in my opinion very much worth it.
Yes a pool is work but in my opinion very much worth it.
Posted on 5/12/16 at 7:56 am to WPsportsman
I would seriously consider getting a smaller pool. We have a larger one, my aunt a smaller one. Unless you plan on doing laps for exercise, the smaller one is just as much fun to the kids. And I personally would not have a deep end.
Posted on 5/12/16 at 8:02 am to jeffsdad
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fun to the kids
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not have a deep end.
Does not compute. My kids live in the deep end, on the diving board.
This post was edited on 5/12/16 at 8:04 am
Posted on 5/12/16 at 8:08 am to jeffsdad
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And I personally would not have a deep end.
I bet jeffsmom isn't very happy about this.
I have had enough pool maintenance to last me a couple lifetimes. You all have the best kind of pool for me, someone else's.
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