What are the parts to an above ground pool?

How To Identify the Components of an Above Ground Pool

• Base Plates – The base plates are laid out first on each of the blocks embedded in the leveled ground.
• Base Rails – The base rails are inserted into the base plates.
• Wall – The wall comes in a coil which is unwound and placed into the bottom rail.

Are above ground pool parts universal?

Due to the fact there are hundreds of different above ground pool models, there aren’t any universal or generic parts that can be used on different pools.

Is Swim N Play out of business?

Since then D’s have closed and now we find out Swim n play has closed. We want our parts. So much for the 40 year warranty!!

Can you replace the top rails on an above ground pool?

If the top rails are rusted or damaged beyond repair, then finding a suitable replacement may be your next option. In order to successfully accomplish this you must determine the make and model of the pool. If you have the paperwork this will be easy, if not some investigation techniques will need to be employed.

What is the lifespan of an above ground pool?

between 10 and 20 years
2018. A high-quality above ground pool from Valley Pool & Spa should last between 10 and 20 years depending on how well you care for it. However, your pool liner will not last as long as your pool. Contact a pool expert at our store to see if you need a new liner before you decide to replace your entire pool.

What is the top part of an above ground pool called?

TOP LEDGE
TOP LEDGE. The top ledge is part of the structure of the pool. Typically, it’s made of steel or aluminum. The ledge hides the top rims and wall edge from swimmers and acts as secure point for pool steps and ladders.

Can you paint top rails on above ground pool?

Aboveground pool coping, known as the ‘Top Rail’ of the pool, can also be a vinyl resin product, or stamped steel that has been electrostatically painted, or powdered coated. Plastic or Aluminum coping can be painted, although plastic/vinyl coping is not intended to need paint.

Can I sit on the edge of my above ground pool?

No. Do not allow any pool occupants (even small children) to lean over, lie down, or sit on the inflatable top ring. This will cause instability in the pool wall and cause the water to flood over the side of the pool.

What is the deepest above ground pool you can buy?

You may be thinking above ground pools cannot be that deep, but they can actually go as far down as 8 feet or more! This is due to the elasticity of the vinyl liners. The vinyl liner can accommodate a space that may not be shaped exactly like a perfect pool. When installing, make sure it is over a gradual slope.

Can I partially bury an above ground pool?

So, can I really bury my above ground pool? The short answer is no, at least not all the way. You will generally find above ground pool retailers willing to partially bury an above ground pool, but you can expect to leave at least half of the pool out of the ground.

Can you sit on the edge of an above ground pool?

Aboveground pools typically start at 10 to 12 feet in diameter, but the buttresses that hold up the sides can add an additional three feet. Also, pools need to sit on a flat surface. If your yard is hilly or sloped, you may have to excavate to create a level spot.

What is the best above ground pool cover?

The Robelle 3421 is one of the best above ground swimming pool covers providing coverage of 25 feet. It made from high-quality polyethylene material that ensures heavy-duty protection to the pool.

What is the biggest above ground pool?

The smallest above-ground pools range from 15 to 18 feet in diameter, while the largest can be as large as 18-by-36-foot ovals or 30-foot round pools. Above-ground pools are either round or oval, and have pool heights that range from 48 inches to 52 inches. Some are designed with several levels to provide different depths for swimming or wading.

How big is an above ground pool?

Round above ground pools are available in sizes from 12-33 feet in diameter (from pool wall to pool wall) and vary in height between 52 and 54 inches tall (wall height). Oval above ground pools come in various sizes and range from 8 feet wide by 12 feet long (8’x12′) all the way to 21 feet wide by 43 feet long (21’x43′) and vary in height as well.

What are the parts of an above ground swimming pool?

While the components that make up an above-ground pool wall vary depending on the pool design, material and manufacturer, the walls are typically constructed using bottom rails and plates, uprights and caps, wall panels, top rails and fasteners. Above-ground pools are commonly made using resin, steel or aluminum wall panels.