Intex Ultra Frame Rectangular Filter Pump Swimming Pool Set, 16-Feet x 4-Feet

Here, we have reinforced tubes, slightly improved frame pillars, and another method of connection. The kit includes special T-joints, each of which locks two transverse and one vertical tubes. Such assembly needs no tools and is also easy enough for one person. This quality is guaranteed by improved alloy used for metal tubes. Intex 16ft x 48in basin consists of galvanized steel with anti-rust protection.

At most, you’ll have to read a few instructions and connect the frame and some hoses. They’re really one of the easiest pools to put together. XLR pools come with a sand filter that only needs sand replacement every 5 years.

However, my husband did not share in my joy as he was fully convinced that assembling it would be a weekend-long project that would end with me in tears and him in frustration. Try to find a pool set that comes with all the necessary accessories so you don’t accrue extra expenses in addition to the pool. Checkout The Best Swimming Pool for a detailed review of all the top swimming pools. With Intex pools, most small to midsize models have a depth of either 2.5 feet or 4 feet, and the large models can go up to 5 feet. Pool shapes are either circular, oval, or rectangular.

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Some frames consist of convenient connecting elements that need a minimum of tools or no tools at all. Please consider the factor of free space before purchasing a basin. Having determined the approximate dimensions and configuration, you can go to the store. And finally, moving water throws together fine dirt particles. Fine parts become large parts, fall down on the bottom, and can be filtered much faster.

The sidewalls are the same thick material as the Easy Set Pools, but the metal frame makes them 1,000 times sturdier. The Easy Set is held up by an air ring that doesn’t offer any support to the body of the pool. If you’re on the slightest slope, the whole pool will sit lopsided, and water will flow over one intex frame pool side and ultimately cause it to collapse. Almost all pools come with filter cartridge and sand pumps for water treatment. They don’t always work efficiently, but if you don’t want or don’t know how to choose a pump, you’ll like this accessory. Filters are an excellent and quite useful addition to the kit.

Clean and completely dry all pool accessories before storage. Remove all toys, floats, accessories intex purespa etc. from your pool. Remove all toys, floats, accessories, etc. from the pool.