How to Install An Above Ground Pool // Intex
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 ก.ย. 2024
- In this video I walk you through how to quickly and easily install an above ground pool, specifically, the Intex brand. This pool is 15' in diameter and 42" high but the principles are applicable to other models. We set this pool up last year at the beginning of the pandemic and it was truly one of the best investments ever. Since the neighborhood pool is opening back up, we weren't sure if we would set this one up again but because it was so easy, we went ahead and did it. I know we will be enjoying this pool all summer long!
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Bro didn’t just take the time to assemble the pool to perfection, he even made one of the best explainer videos I’ve seen! 👏🏻 happy swimming bud.
Thank you so much!!
Thank you so much for the video man; I was really intimidated because it's my very first Pool I have to assemble. I appreciate it so much!
It’s good but not perfect. The legs should be on pavers so they don’t sink into the ground.
Just wanted to let you know this was the best explanation on how to set up this pool that I have found and I've watched tons of videos. Thank you so much! I just got mine all connected and ready to go!
That’s so great to hear!! I hope you all have an awesome summer with it!
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i watched many tutorials for this same pool but this was the most efficient and easiest to follow
Thanks!
So helpful. You got right to the point and filmed the important details. Wish other TH-camrs could do that. Set my pool up yesterday
Nice!! Glad this was helpful!
The challenge is getting it leveled now. Any tips?
This is The Best video for above ground pool installation. Thanks brother
Glad to hear!!
One of the times ever I’ve easily been able to listen and understand someone explain everything in nice simple terms so thank you!!❤❤
Thanks for the kind words!!
Consider a sand filter. It's worth the price, even an inflated price on a third party seller website. No more chemicals other than chlorine and no more cleaning and purchasing paper filters. Your water should be crystal clear all summer long. You'd need a 10" one for that pool.
Thanks for the info! I have seen those but haven’t done much research. I will definitely check one out for next year thanks!
Why does a wood working channel have the best tutorial for how to set up an intext pool? The part I had the hardest time with was removing the wrinikles from the bottom of the pool.
Lol thanks! Maybe this falls under the “and DIY” part of my channel name?
Wait till you have a leak in the pool. We had a 12' for 4-5 years. No problems. Got the 15' and third year around I sprung two holes in the same area. Thankfully some under water duct tape saved me till we can drain it in august and then do a proper patch. Patching sucks under water. Adhesive binds instantly. Gave it a shot 4 times. Invest in snorkel and mask.
Oh wow nice job at least getting it fixed until the fall!
damn, that's an awesome pool. unfortunately, i don't have the space. i wish you a great summer with this bad boy, rory! 😀✌
Thanks Lukas! Really looking forward to some sweet cannon balls.
@@RLLWoodworks 😄👌
Looks great! If we get some crazy heat again this summer I may need to look into that! Be better than mowing the lawn, that's for sure! lol
Heck yeah! The post-lawn mow dip in the pool was my move last year 🤣
Great video bud! We’re gonna get a pool soon, this was a perfect video, needed a quick instructional like this. Happy swimming!
So glad to hear!! Enjoy!
Great video, trying your build it tomorrow. I just pinned down the ground sheet with golf tees
Thank you
We are going to put ours up next!
Awesome good luck!!
For all of yall saying this is the best explanation to set it up..i mean its not that hard to figure it out😏😏😏 and yes we put ours up without seeing any video..the longer posts are the legs the shorter ones go across the top of the pool..whats so hard😏😏😏
4:05 what I’ve done and have had Buddy’s not do is fill tge pump and lines with water from your hose you don’t want to run dry even for 2 seconds I’ve learned the hard way people I know Taft don’t don’t get very long out of there pump just a top
Would we need to do this same thing if putting in a 12’ x 34” intex pool?
We have had Intex pools for years. Due to a winter leak we just replaced our 16' round pool with a new one that has the same new type of outlet as the one that you have in this video. We have learned to always upgrade the filter, but when we connected it to this newer type of fitting, the fitting split! So, we purchased an Intex air water jet replacement part kit. However it will not work unless we cut a larger hole in the pool! If you agree that it is a good idea to upgrade the filter, how did you accomplish this?
Oh wow I’m sorry! I didn’t upgrade my pump but that’s the first time I’ve heard of one breaking the fitting. I wonder if you could take it to the plumbing section of the hardware store and see if they have an adapter that would work.
Do I have this right?
You use two tarps and a felt liner UNDER the pool and a pool liner inside the pool?
Also, mind sharing the type of pump you have and size?
Yep you got it. The pool liner is the pool if that makes sense but yeah three layers under that. The pump is the Krystal 1000 gph.
We put our hose over the top to fill, it was going slow so we went in to take a nap. We came out and missed our window to get the floor wrinkles out. Any tips?
Oh dang I wish I did! Some of them may work themselves out as the pool gets totally full. Otherwise you could drain some and try to get the window back I suppose. Sorry wish I had a better answer!
Hi. I am I going to install the pool on top of bricks but am I going to put sand first ...or does it have to be installed on land. Or grass only? Thank you.
Hmm, I’m not sure to be honest. If it’s an inch layer of sand at least and you use some thick padding it should be okay.
*"...so the pump is close to the power outlet"....thank you! Do I have to include where me legs touch the ground in the leveling process or JUST where the water will be?
Let me ask you something else. Last year my landscaper leveled my lawn so my question is…..do I have to remove the grass and level it just like you did or can I just simply put it on top of the lawn ?
My brother has the same pool and just laid the tarp down like you said and the grass quickly died of course. So if you trust that their aren’t any rocks or clay that might be uncomfortable, I think it would work. The thick felt pad I used would be a nice added layer as well.
My hub and I are thinking of getting an Intex pool for therapeutic purposes. I have a hip injury and my husband is recovering from mini strokes. He's still my engineer, though. This was a well-done and easy to follow video. We are thinking of getting a 12 foot by 30 inch pool so we won't need a ladder. I am 5'9" and my hubby is 5 '11".
He wants to get into woodworking. Love from Paul's wife Katy in central Texas hill country USA 🇺🇸. ❤ 🤍 💙
Thanks so much for the kind words and I wish you both the best of luck in your healing journey.
I got a used pool that’s very dirty on the inside. Should I scrub it down first before I set it up or set it up scrub and then shock?? I’m new so I’m clueless and any help would be appreciated
I would set it up and then shock and clean it and then do whatever you need to do to get the chemicals in line.
I dont understand how to setup the filter or pump 😅 can you explain?
The main thing is to make sure the intake is under water and then the filter has a screw valve at the top that you twist to let the air out and then tighten it when water starts coming out. Then make sure the output tube is connected so the water goes back in the pool and plug in the pump and it should work!
Are the polls supposed to go a certain way ? I have this pool and i can’t get the last bar connected
The pole direction shouldn’t matter but yeah that last bar is a real pain. I had to lift up the last two sections and get them on an angle so the bars could drop down and make them easier to connect, if that makes sense. Check out 2:05-2:10 of the video. It’s Timelapse but if you slow it down you might be able to see what I’m talking about.
Ok I’ll have to try tomorrow i have up after awhile lol
Just ordered mine. Thank you man!
Awesome I hope you enjoy!!
Dude how does the pool not sink through the ground lol. I thought you need a concrete slab to hold a swimming pool
Yeah I’m not sure exactly how that doesn’t happen but I think most of the weight is spread across the liner and not the posts. One post on mostly sand did sink about an inch but it was okay throughout the year.
You don’t need to stand the pool legs on pavers?
You definitely could but I didn’t and they did okay. Most of the pool weight is on the actual ground under the liner.
Did you have to call the city to dig that little area??
I didn’t but they come out for free and check so probably not a bad idea
@@RLLWoodworks oh okay that's good to know! Thank you!! I seen or heard an ad recently on the radio or tv that said no matter how small or big the dig is you have to call..so i was just wondering how it worked
@@RLLWoodworks we put our pool up with our digging up the grass and the grass grew and poked holes in our pool¡¡ we didn't put a tarp down 😏😏😏 or anything. I just got a replacement we'll be doing things a lot differently so our pool will last this time around!!
which product do you recommend for cleaning water
Honestly I just bring my water to our local pool store every few weeks and they give me the chemicals I need.
My son has very sensitive skin, are all those chemicals really necessary??
I think if you don’t mind changing the water frequently they aren’t. When my chlorine got low I would definitely see a spike in algae and gunk. You could look into a salt water pool system that is better for sensitive skin I believe.
How much did the whole thing cost ? I'd love to get a pool for my niece and nephew
We got it right before the pandemic started for around $250 but with accessories and electrical we were about $350-$400 all in. The chemicals throughout the year weren't too bad because its a small pool. Nowadays i think a similar sized pool is around $400-$500.
@@RLLWoodworks Wow, thank you very much ! I thought it was gonna be at least 600+. Looks like my niece and nephew are gonna get a big surprise when they come over.
Anyone have experience just building on top of lawn? I really don’t want to dig it up and level the soil and everything
@ferreal66 my brother did that bc his years was level and it worked just fine.
So helpful😎Thanks
Tks for sharing
Looks easy enough. The hardest part is leveling the ground...
What is your opinion of the pump that comes with the pool ? A lot of reviewers in other videos state the pump is not big or powerful enough. And what sixes is your pool ? I am considering purchasing a 14' x 42"
Depends on how much you want to vacuum. With the stock pump I have to twice a week depending on pollen in the air and how much we use it. A bigger pump/filter is always better but we have made due for two years. Ours is 15’ x 46”
Thank you. Very helpful. 😊
Lubs❤❤❤❤ #swimming
Why do you add the salts or chemicals?
To keep it from turning into a pond
Would like to follow how you set up your pool, but I don’t know where to start as my backyard isn’t properly levelled. Is there any way I could message you or email you? I just need to ask you a couple of questions if you don’t mind. Thank you.
Sure! Rllwoodworks@gmail.com
Its 366 76 dimension? Tnx
15 feet diameter and 46 inches tall.
I am having the most awful time getting the leg caps onto the post. They don’t fit! Were yours able to go in easily?
Some of them were really stubborn and I grabbed a rubber mallet and a black of wood to get them in place.
what is the size of the pool??
15’ across and 48” high. Fits three people okay but 4 is a bit tight unless they’re kids.
it's 4 meters pool?
15 feet across in diameter and about 4 feet deep.
How long did it take to fill your pool?
Several hours but not overnight. Maybe 4 or 5 depending on your water flow.
@@RLLWoodworks thank you!
One thing that is not mentioned as I found out anything over 24 inches will most likely require a pool permit from your town or municipality then you will need to have a dedicated electrical line installed and electrically inspected from an approved list from your town or municipality, and finally reinspection from the town this meaning the pool will also require a fence that surrounds the pool at least 48 inches tall , a self closing gate that can be locked when not in use as well as a approved ladder and pool alarm system.... this has to be with in your property set backs from the building dept!!! And yes this includes those WAL-MART so called temporary Intex pools ..... so good luck to you!!!
You can get them 24 and under🙄
There are the bacteria in the pool water which are also called germs too.
That’s what chlorine tablets are for🙄
Did you have to use sand in the pool to put it up?
No sand in the pool, just some sand to make the ground level
The ladder you took yourself was by the swimming pool
I can buy this
We had a lot of fun with it. Life saver during the pandemic
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cholorization is ok, without tons of chemicals
Above ground pool = bass pond
Heck yeah I love when people convert these.
@@RLLWoodworks just finished setting mine up for it today gonna put a bass red tailed catfish and maybe an arowana in it (it’s 1800 gallons btw) but idk about arowana cause they jump and I don’t want it to hurt itself on chicken wire
@@jimbob6123 so awesome. What will you use for vegetation and aqua scape?
@@RLLWoodworks probably rocks and lily pads
Also every puts all the details into the obvious. Line setting up the pool. Why not show people what actually ducking matters? Like the foundation and how to get it level. And WHT problems you will run into. But no. Yall make videos showing the obvious.
Plandemic
I have the same pool and it's a nightmare to maintain I'm getting rid of it! it's a money pit
It was great while we had it but recently took ours down as well. I’ve heard upgrading the filter to a sand filter works well.
The last t is always hard for us to get in
How did you get it in ? He didn’t show 😢 2:07
@bankrollz-rock4047 I just kept maneuvering it up and down back and forth and it eventually goes in.
This was so well done! Lucky lady to have a husband do this for her and family! ❤️
Thanks so much!! Screen shotting this now.
Hi how long the pump should be runing?
Some run it 12 hours a day. I ran it 24.
Great video Sir! I just bought a 18ft above ground pool. Haven’t set up yet! Nervous 🤭I’m curious you didn’t put blocks on the bottom of legs. Will it sink in dirt? And can pool go on top of grass with only tarp?
Thanks! Nope didn’t sink. The posts hold a lot of weight for sure but since the liner is also on top of the ground there isn’t a contestant force pulling on the posts into the ground if that makes sense. Yep it can go right on grass if it’s level. I did sand and dirt to level it.
I found this video after getting the exact same pool! This helped because it's exactly the same. Ty so much!
Awesome to hear!
thank you so much! you helped me and my family set up our pool quicker cause we we having trouble.
Wow I’m so thankful to hear that!!
hey there! just wondering, we have a similar set up and are considering putting a border around the pool. how do you cut the grass so close to the liner? thanks!
That’s a great question! I actually use weed and grass killer up against it and then use a weed whacked to get what the mower can’t. Hope this helps!
Thanks so much for your speedy response! I was mostly worried about the weed whacking cutting the liner! Is there any special techniques you could share? Thanks again :)
Yeah I have knicked it a few times but luckily it was strong enough. Basically just go slow! Also making the underlayment slightly larger than the pool so the grass isn’t growing right up to where the liner meets the group was helpful.
@@RLLWoodworks Makes sense. Thank you!
Whats yhr chemciales and the powders for ? And are they necessary? If any one hade idea if they necessary please let me know
I just want to go for a swim now. Looks great mate
I know right?! Can't wait to take a dip.
@@RLLWoodworks I bet
Would we need to do this same thing if putting in a 12’ x 34” intex pool?
If you’re ground is level you should be good but otherwise you’ll want to get a perfectly level foundation
Thank you so much for this video I watched this instead of following directions it was a great help!!!
So glad to hear, you’re welcome!!
Where can I buy this exact pool with everything else
I haven’t been able to find the 15’ round by 48” since this was a couple years ago so I e been pointing folks to the ones Lowes has that are 14’ and 16’. Basically the same pool just a foot bigger or smaller.
The last part of the video the pool is too small I need a larger pool
Nice set up, quick and easy. Maybe you could build a small deck for it that could double as a BBQ station after you take the pool down for the winter. Just wondering!!
Thank you! And you’re totally right. We were thinking that or a fire pit because it’s such a nice flat little spot.
portable and big size
I have the same nae=brand pool. i've gone around and inserted all the poles through the top. Then I went back and was attaching to the connectors. I can't get the last 2 poles together. What is the trick?
Yeah it’s a pain. I put the top ring together on the ground first so it’s a little easier to maneuver the last couple into place. Then when the ring is done put the poles in. Does that make sense?
As a pool professional I’d of upgraded your pump and filter separately and have glass media , them paper filters are not up to the job in my opinion 😊
I totally agree! Great comment.
Happy pool day of making this video on may 23rd 2021 and now it’s may 23rd 2022
Wow you’re right!! Happy pool day everyone!!
I bet that water bill was insane😂😂
Not too bad actually!
@@RLLWoodworks 😂😂
As simple as it is. Great explanation! You have pointed what is the most important!
4:02 Ballpark - what is needed/cost to have electric outlet added to fence post where pool will go?
I probably spent $100 and ran it myself. The outdoor wire and outlet can get pricey. Would probably be another couple hundred to pay someone to do it.
Explanation good. I had to duck tape the poles to get them to stay. I have a cheaper version looks basically the same. Seems pretty cheap hope it holds up.
Yeah I was thinking it would be great if ours lasted one summer and we got two and could have done three!
@@RLLWoodworks Seems ok so far. Thanks for the explanation.
can't for the life of me what the plugs are for in the inlets,it seems to just close it off
They’re used when cleaning or servicing the pump. If you don’t use them then all the water will come out of the holes when the pump is open.
Very descriptive and helpful video!What are the dinentions of this pool?
Thanks so much!! 15’ wide and 48” tall.
Love this video, very helpful😀
The best
Every single one of these videos every says what they do but show zero of it and show zero of the problems they run into. Every single one. You tube is a failed directions manual.
I want 22x52 would i floow same directions?
Yep!
Im using this again for the 2nd time Thx again!!
Awesome!!
I CANT PUT ON THE LAST POLL😭 ANY TIPS?
Yeah it’s a pain. You may need to take the supports around that last joint out slightly to give you some wiggle room. If they are fully seated they are hard to maneuver. Keep trying different angles and you’ll get it.
Do you reuse this pool every year.?
Hey there! It’s only on its second year but yes we plan to until it breaks down. Hopefully we can get a few more years out of it. Are you in the market?
@@RLLWoodworks yes we are
That’s awesome. Depending on your climate I have heard of some people leaving them up year round. They lower the water and put an additive in it then put a cover in it. For us, it was very simple to take down and put back up. Let me know if you have any questions!!
@@RLLWoodworkswhat is it that would damage it? I live in Florida. Is it the cold? Not sure why that don’t last past a couple of years…
Could you tell me what the P/N is for the liner? I need to buy that liner. Thanks
Sure but what’s the P/N?
@@RLLWoodworks sorry, part number. Or the model number of the pool which is written on the side of the liner. Thanks.
Gotcha! This is the Intex 26725EH if that’s helpful.
@@RLLWoodworks it should be. Thank you. Need to get a replacement liner for an older intex pool. Customer service claims new liners are compatible but it looks like they are except the new ones have 2 out flow vs the older 1s having 1. I have a new pump so it'll work perfect
I have a same pool as you but how to get rid of the algae in the pool
Thanks 😊 so much 😂❤
You’re welcome
Why am i being told i need to add sand on the ground for support? That doesnt make sense to me
I used sand because it was easier for me to get and also easier to level. But if you have level dirt, that will do just fine. My brother has a similar pool and that’s what he did.
Do not use sand. It will void the warranty. Pool companies don’t like when people use sand even though everybody seems to do that.
What size pool is this?
15' wide by 48" high.
Can you help me? I've got a couple questions.
Sure what’s up?
@@RLLWoodworks thank you so much!
Do I have to include where me legs touch the ground in the leveling process or JUST where the water will be?
@@keishadover6834 I tried to make the legs be as level as possible but both years I ended up with one end that was about 2 inches lower. You will read some places that this is a huge problem but I think that's mainly for rigid side pools. Since this is flexible, it hasn't been a problem for me. So, try to make the legs (and entire base) as close to level as you can but don't lose sleep if its not perfect. Does that help?
@@RLLWoodworks it does.thank you
What size is that
15 foot wide and 42” high.
what chlorine should I put in this pool
The best advice I have is to take your water to your local pool store and let them test it and give you what you need.
What chlorine do you use?
@aktube4933 poolife brand, non-stabilized tabs
@@RLLWoodworks ok thanks
Thx thanks
Awsome
I looked at the inflatable ring versions of the intex pools, but still haven’t pulled the trigger on anything. Did you consider that version? What made you land on this one?
Yeah those look good too! No specific reason in going with this one over one of those. This happened to be the one my wife could get quickly when they started selling out last year.