What is this behind the pool?

What is behind pool liner?

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What is underneath the liner in an inground pool?

Underneath the liner is a sand or cementitious floor, troweled into place. The floor sidewalls come up to meet the walls, which are commonly 42” x 8 ft panels made of galvanized steel or thermoplastic. These walls are supported from behind so that they won’t bow out against the weight of the water.

What is a vacuum pipe in a pool?

Most inground vinyl lined pools should have a pipe that connects the void behind the liner to a drain or some external point which is used during the initial installation of the liner as well as for removing water accumulated behind the liner and other service tasks.

What is the border around a pool called?

The border around your pool is often referred to as the coping. This is the transition edge of where your pool patio meets the entire perimeter of your pool shell. It can consist of many different types of materials.
Feb 16, 2014

What is the bottom of an inground pool made of?

The two most common materials for the bottom of your pool are vermiculite and grout. Whichever material you choose, you’ll apply it right on top of the soil with a round-edged pool trowel, and then the liner goes on top of it.

What do you do if you get water behind your pool liner?

Using a pool broom, you can gently push the liner back to its original position as the water drains from behind the liner. Prevent the pool from over-filling and continue to keep the vacuum pipe free flowing to self drain the water behind the liner.
May 1, 2014

What is a bond beam around a pool?

The bond beam is at the very top, the horizontal section which covers the perimeter of the pool. It’s a thick course of concrete reinforced with steel rebar – at least 30cm in diameter. It provides extra support and protection for the pool, while at the same time allowing the pool to adjoin the surrounding patio.

What is a pool Baja shelf?

A baja shelf is often referred to as a tanning ledge because it’s a large area where you could sit in a chair and tan in the sun. Incorporating a baja shelf into your new pool design is a great option if you prefer to lounge in the pool. Many baja shelf designs are large enough to fit a few chairs and a small table.
Apr 1, 2022

What is pool edge coping?

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What is bottom of pool called?

main drain

Sometimes called the main drain, it is located in the deepest part of the pool, hot tub or hot tub. It does not function like a drain on a kitchen sink. Pool main drains do not allow the water to drain to waste but rather connect to the pump for circulation and filtration.

What material is at the floor of a pool?

Common pool tile materials include stone, porcelain, and ceramic. Although tile pool flooring is typically one of the most expensive to install, it’s also among the most durable, and can have an extremely long lifespan when cared for properly.
Mar 20, 2019

What is a pool liner pad?

The Pool Liner Floor Pad is made of polypropylene geotextile (felt) material that prevents punctures to your pool liner caused by rocks, roots, grass and even glass! The Floor Pad is super tough, but also adds a layer of cushioning that will eliminate foot prints from forming.

Is a pool pad necessary?

Above-ground pools should be placed on pool floor padding for two important reasons: Installation of padding underneath the swimming pool liner protects it from stones, roots, or other sharp debris that might cut the pool liner and cause a leak.

Do you need sand with a pool pad?

The pool area must be level before installation of an above ground pool and Gorilla pad. This requires the area to be excavated and any debris to be removed from the area to create a level surface. Some pool users then add a 2-inch layer of swimming pool sand. This layer of sand adds an additional layer of protection.

What is a Gorilla Pad for pool?

Gorilla Pads are pre-cut floor pads designed to protect and cushion the bottom of above ground pools. Unlike old pool foam padding, which can be easily be cut or pierced by grass, roots, or rocks under your above ground pool liner, Gorilla Bottom pool floor padding is impervious to almost any sharp object.

What is the best thing to put underneath an above ground pool?

By far the best material to place under a swimming pool liner is Armor Shield or Gorilla Pad. These materials are breathable allowing moisture to escape and are extremely tough, keeping insects and moles from coming through and piercing the vinyl pool liner.
Oct 15, 2013

How much is a pool pad?

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