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Ask the Pool Guy: Why is there sand in the bottom of my pool? {How it Works}

February 11, 2014February 10, 2014 Ask the Pool Guy

The Pool Guy gets the question all the time “Why is there sand in the bottom of my pool?” In this video Mark answers that question with one of the possibilities – broken laterals or fingers in your sand filter. Read More …

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Why Choose a Sand Filter?

February 10, 2014 Ask the Pool Guy

When it comes to swimming pool filters, you have several options to choose from. There are diatomaceous earth (DE) filters, cartridge filters, and sand filters.  Each of these types have many good qualities that set them apart from one another. Read More …

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Q&A: Ask the Pool Guy: What can I do about a small crack in my fiberglass step?

August 30, 2012May 18, 2016 Ask the Pool Guy

Ask the Pool Guy Question: We have a small crack in the top step of our vinyl lined in-ground pool. This crack was caused due to a void being under the step. We don’t want to replace the steps, but Read More …

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Q&A Regarding Pool Painting Renovation, Salt System Conversion and a Sand Change

July 31, 2012May 18, 2016 Ask the Pool Guy

Question: I am completely overhauling my pool this spring and would like some advice. The pool I inherited was a swamp and I have got it where it is swimmable. However, the paint is ancient and chipping and gets chalky. Read More …

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Natural Chemistry Extra Strength Stain Free – It’s like Vitamin C for your pool!

June 23, 2012May 18, 2016 Ask the Pool Guy

Natural Chemistry Extra Strength Stainfree – Vitamin C for your Pool! Extra Strength Stainfree is an all natural stain remover that contains a blend of industrial strength ascorbic acid. It quickly removes metal staining without adding phosphates to your water. Read More …

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How much sand is needed in my sand filter?

May 30, 2012 Ask the Pool Guy

Manufacturer Model Sand Required (In Pounds) American Products Eclipse 18 150 American Products Eclipse 20 200 American Products Eclipse 22 200 American Products Eclipse 26 225 American Products Eclipse 30 350 American Products Sandpiper 18 150 American Products Sandpiper 24 Read More …

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Pentair 16″ Sand Dollar Sand Filter System

July 22, 2011May 18, 2016 Ask the Pool Guy

Pentair’s Sand Dollar systems are the perfect combination of the highly effective Sand Dollar sand filters and the powerful Dynamo pump. This combination offers a highly efficient, hydraulically matched unit which provides clean, clear swimming pool water year after year. Read More …

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Pentair Sand Filter 2″ Valve Kit

July 19, 2011May 18, 2016 Ask the Pool Guy

2″ Threaded Mutiport Valve Kit .The Pentair multiport valve is a six-position 2.0″ unit designed for sand filter application. The PVC body and positive- lock operation will give you excellent water flow and years of service. Unit comes complete with Read More …

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