Homeade Pool Steps?

[kaybinster]

I have two siberian huskies that love to go swimming in the pool. They have never hurt the liner, but we have built in steps that they use with no problem. I had a tech come work on my hidden fence (keeps the dogs on the property) and he brought his lab with him. That dog was amazing. He would jump about four feet in the air and dive into the pool. What was amazing was he did not use the steps to get out, he knew how to climb the ladder! Now that is some smart dog.

[haze_1956]

Here's a basic drawing of the step extension I was thinking about.

Could be built flat or possibly at an angle with cleats on it.

Notched pieces go over steps and can be held on with large zip ties, then the platform and bracing attached to those.

Should give you something to work from.

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f2...cs/Dogstep.jpg

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[huskerfan]

My steps from Dunnrite.com were under $300 including freight charges. I love them. That is still a lot of money, though.

A cheaper alternative that just might work is a plastic step mounting block for getting on horses. We actually have a two step one that we use to get up into our dressing room part of our horsetrailer. They come in different heights. Ours is open in the back so you could put a sand bag in it. Check with your local tractor supply stores - such as Bomgaars or TSC- or an online dealer is Valley Vet Supply. I paid $15 for mine on sale- reg. price would be around $30 or so. Just a thought.

[ekoboat]

I also have a IG vinyl pool w/o steps. I am considering building my own using kingstarboard or something like it. It works as easy as plywood but is a plastic. Still need to run costs, will keep you posted.
Steve