Top 10 Tips for Choosing a Frame Pool

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Intex

bestway

GRE

Summer Escapes

Polygroup (Summer Waves)

Chemoform AG (Summer Fun)

Azuro

Atlantic Pools

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Frame pools differ from each other in the type of foundation. Depending on the design features, these can be rod, sectional solutions and stationary.

The latter are the most expensive.They are a monolithic structure made of strong materials. They are designed for a permanent installation site and, as a rule, they are partially or completely dug into the ground. Such pools are very durable and with proper care will last up to 20 years.

Rod frames are the most affordable. They are assembled from vertical and horizontal stiffeners. The first are threaded into the sleeves on a vinyl cover, the rest are attached to them. This design is extremely easy to assemble. Ideal for seasonal use. But, such pools are usually not deep.

Sectional or sheet frames. More durable than the previous ones. Such pools are assembled from metal or high-strength plastic modules, which are bolted together. These pools are easier to clean and more stable.

Installation in a pit or installation on a prepared site? This issue should be resolved in advance. The answer will allow you to more accurately determine the type of construction.

Site preparation suitable for seasonal solutions of small depth. And also in the event that the location of the pool in the country or suburban area in one place annually is not provided. Usually the site is leveled and well rammed. Rarely filled with concrete.

If you plan to allocate a permanent place, we advise you to choose models suitable for installation in a pit. These are deeper pools designed for year-round use. Most often, it is installed taking into account the general design of the territory.

Today, models of various sizes are available to customers. To choose the most suitable solution, you should value the needs.We offer a small comparative table using the example of round pools, which will allow you to decide.

bowl diameter	Need	capacity
2 m	for the average family	1 person swims, 2-3 sit or play ball
3m	for a small company with children	2 people swim, up to 6 play or sit
4 m	when guests are frequent	3 swim, 6 play, up to 8 sit
5 m	for a big company	up to 10 people
from 6 m	for a big company	from 10 to 16 people

As for depth, you also need to focus on needs. If a predominantly will splash in the water children, then the best solution would be a frame pool with a depth 80 cm. It will be comfortable for kids (subject to incomplete filling) and will allow adults to soak up.

For a good rest on the water, pools are good height 150 centimeters. This will allow adults swim actively without touching the bottom with your feet, and make sliding jumps.

If you plan to equip the pool with pedestals diving, trampoline or tower, the depth should be calculated based on the height of the equipment. Frame pools are usually used with a depth 2.5-3.8 meters.

Pool owners know that the durability of a frame pool depends equally on the quality of the frame itself and on the material of the bowl. That is, the film that lines the inner surface. Today, three options are available to customers, which differ primarily in cost and durability.

PVC (PVC) - the most affordable and popular option. The cost of the material is from 4-5 thousand rubles. Service life - about 5 years. Does not tolerate strong temperature changes.

Polyester it will cost a little more, from 7 thousand rubles, but will last almost twice as long. Not picky about temperature.

For maximum durability, we recommend choosing a pool with a bowl made of polypropylene. The material is the most expensive, from 10 thousand rubles. At the same time, the service life is often more than 15 years.

Choose according to your needs and available budget. The more durable the material, the longer the pool will last.

The bowl is made of a very durable material that can withstand heavy loads. However, it can be easily damaged by any object that gets under it (stick, small stone, glass). To avoid such troubles, professionals recommend laying a substrate before installing the frame pool on the surface.

Sometimes it comes with a seasonal pool, but this is extremely rare. More often you have to buy a substrate. Ready-made solutions meet quality standards, are durable, strong, fit the size of the bowl, easy to fit. At the same time, it is not necessary to observe the unity of brands.

The substrate is laid on a solid, flat surface. Permissible deviation - no more than 5 mm per 1 meter.It is not recommended to place it on loose surfaces and in the immediate vicinity of trees. Modular bedding for framed pools is not suitable.

Despite the fact that the frame pool is quite durable, especially in comparison with the inflatable pool, it is not recommended to rely on the sides of the structure. A ladder will help you get into the bowl. The choice depends on the depth and features of operation. The plastic version will also withstand children, the cost of such a solution is from 500 rubles. If the pool is for adults, then the right choice would be aluminum or steel ladder (from 1200 rubles).

Most often used for frame pools attached designs. Their peculiarity is that they are quickly mounted and, if necessary, moved to another place. Stationary ladders are used for all-weather pools.

The best solution for a seasonal bowl would be U-shaped staircase, it is attached with legs on both sides. In this case, there is no contact with the sides of the pool. There are often cheaper A-shaped counterparts in stores, but you should not buy them, they are less reliable.

When choosing a ladder, also pay attention to safety: steps and handrails must be non-slip, with anti-slip pads. Mounts are secure. High cost does not always guarantee quality, attention should be paid to quality, the reputation of the manufacturer, the guarantees and certificates provided.

A pool without a filter, alas, will not bring joy.Stagnant water quickly “blooms”, an unpleasant odor appears. For the arrangement of the frame pool, cartridge and sand filters are used. They will help you avoid such troubles. There are also combined options.

Cartridge The filter purifies water using paper cartridges. They need to be changed 2-3 times a week, the cost of a replacement unit is 100-500 rubles. The filter itself costs an average of 1500 rubles.

sand they pass water through special quartz sand (river sand is not suitable), which requires from 10 kilograms per filter. Fortunately, the content will have to be changed every 3-5 years. Yes, and the cost of sand - from 600 rubles per 25 kilograms. Pretty economical and efficient option. But the filter pump costs from 7800 rubles.

Combined filter - the most expensive, from 13,000 rubles. This is a system of a filter pump and a chlorine generator, it not only purifies the water, but also disinfects it. However, the use of such a filter does not replace the use of chemistry.

Concerning filter pump power, then it directly depends on the size of the pool. Usually, the accompanying documents indicate the characteristics of the model and the estimated volume of water. We recommend taking with a small margin. You should also pay attention to connection diameter, it assumes two sizes: 32 and 38 mm. Ideally, they should match (by the pool and the filter), but if you happen to buy the wrong one, then the adapter will solve the problem.

With proper care, the frame pool will last longer. Therefore, choosing it, you need to take care of the care tools in advance.

First of all, this skimmer. It is necessary to eliminate surface contaminants, such as leaves, litter, midges. Mandatory for outdoor pools.There are built-in, mounted and floating options. The last two are perfect for frame pools, these are relatively inexpensive and effective solutions.

Required to clean sediment bottom vacuum cleaner. The bottom cleaning kit consists of a brush, a hose about 5 meters long, a three-meter telescopic rod, a special tester and a thermometer. It will also allow you to clean the side faces.

We also recommend purchasing awning to the frame pool. It protects the water from debris, dirty rainwater, prevents insects or animals from falling into the pool, reduces evaporation and maintains the temperature. The awning is selected individually, depending on the type, shape of the bowl and the desired result.

Without chemistry, it will not be possible to maintain the bacteriological purity of the pool. The necessary substances are sold in kits, and their use is limited to controlling the level of acidity, adding chlorine-containing components and suppressing algae growth. To dissolve solids, a special float is used, which is often combined with a thermometer.

Disinfection allows you to destroy pathogenic bacteria and microorganisms. Today there are drugs based on different substances: chlorine-containing, with active oxygen, bromine-containing. First the most effective, allow you to get rid of most problems, oxidize organic matter and inhibit the growth of bacteria.Oxygen preparations are the safest and are more suitable for children's pools. Brominated for outdoor bowls are not used due to the rapid decomposition under the influence of ultraviolet radiation.

Normalization of acid-base balance essential for comfort and safety. Indicators from 7 to 7.6 are considered the norm, the deviation negatively affects the skin and mucous membranes of a person. Measurements of the pH level must be carried out immediately after filling and then daily, for this purpose special testers are used. Depending on the result, an acid-increasing or acid-reducing drug is added. You need to buy one or the other. To automate the process, you can use special dispensers with a built-in tester.

Unlike previous issues, seaweed do no harm, but because of them, the water becomes cloudy, acquires a greenish tint, silt appears. Often disinfectants are not enough to deal with them. We recommend purchasing an algicide or its derivatives. Today it is the safest and most effective remedy for algae for humans.

You need to choose a pool and take into account the possibility of using it in the winter. More precisely, dismantle his autumn or mothballed, and he will wait for the next bathing season in assembled form.

Seasonal frame pools are designed only for the summer period and are subject to dismantling at the end of it. This is a cheaper option. Such designs, as a rule, have a lightweight frame and PVC film. The latter will have to be changed every year.

If the need to prepare the pool for wintering is not scary, then we recommend purchasing frost-resistant model. They have a stronger, reinforced frame and a thick film of polypropylene or polyester, which allows them to endure negative temperatures.

Today, many manufacturers offer their products. A frame pool is an expensive purchase and, as a rule, the buyer expects a long service life. We recommend paying attention to proven and reliable brands and avoiding cheaper noname manufacturers.

Intex - one of the most famous pool manufacturers due to its affordable cost and wide range of products. Pools are quite high quality, reliable. A wide range of models, any size and for any budget.

bestway - a Chinese brand that is no less popular in Russia. The manufacturer's pools are easy to install and maintain, safe and widely available in stores.

GRE - manufacturer of frame pools from Spain. Mainly produces all-season models. Brand pools are durable, but very expensive.

Chemoform AG - German firm. Pleases users with quality, a good choice of large sizes and a variety of shapes. The frame of these pools is very durable, with an anti-corrosion coating. More often there are models designed for full or partial penetration.

Azuro is a Czech company that produces durable frame pools suitable for use in any season. The manufacturer also provides a good selection of additional accessories.

Today in stores there is a large selection of pools for a summer residence or a country house for any budget. There are three types of pools: frame, inflatable and frame-inflatable. The latter are more expensive and not very popular. Let's compare the two most popular types.

	frame	Inflatable
Price	1.5-2 times more expensive than inflatable	Inexpensive
Strength	More durable construction, stands strong	Less durable, afraid of open fire, sharp objects and cold. You can’t lean on the sides at all, poor stability
The size	The most dimensional, suitable for large companies	More compact, more often aimed at resting a family of 3-4 people
Installation	Often it is required to level the surface and remove the slope, it is necessary to have a nearby power source (for the pump and other dependent devices). It will take 2-3 hours to install and install	Minimal site preparation, most importantly, remove stones and bumps. The inflatable pool can be put into working condition in half an hour
Life time	6-7 years old	3-4 years

Thus, the frame pool will be an excellent option for a summer residence or a country house with permanent residence. It is more reliable and less demanding on operating conditions, it will last longer than an inflatable one. However, such a solution will cost twice as much on average.