RobbyM70 pool install question

[robbym70]

Hi Dennis, Dennis here. For your purpose the cheaper of the two would be fine. I agree with the instructions you found, 2" of sand or 1 1/2" foam. 1" works if you have a smooth hard packed sand base to install it over. In your situation the 1 1/2" will be perfect.

1/2" should not make much difference in liner fit, you should be just fine not having a 2" base. I would much prefer to have the liner a little snug than have too much liner.

I spent a whole summer installing 48" beaded liners into 52" wall pools simply because they fit better. The hot Arizona sun is very nice for getting a little stretch out of a vinyl liner. Make use of some overhead sunshine and the whole job becomes easier.

A beaded liner installed correctly in the bead should not pull out, especially with the help of a little sunshine.

Later, Dennis

sorry to hijack the thread but I couldn't help my curiosity. @ Dennis the installer...I'm looking at a liner replacement in the spring I think. We have a 30 foot aboveground pool with a 52 inch rail. Are you suggesting a 48 inch liner will work best? I believe we have a standard bead.

The pool's been in place for more than 20 years. The pad is off by an inch or so on one side. I was thinking it just needs to be regraded with sand. Is foam a must have or a nice to have or...what is your opinion. I've read on some other posts where foam is NOT recommended because it's too easy to poke a hole through the liner. In the end does it all come down to personal preference and individual experience?

Thanks.

@ Admin...split this off into a separate thread if you think it prudent.

[robbym70]

Thanks for moving this to it's own thread...

Bumping for reply !