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Is Your Vinyl Pool Liner Out of Shape?

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Is Your Vinyl Pool Liner Out of Shape?

Is your above ground pool liner out of shape?

No, I do not mean it gained weight; but is it looking old?

Signs Your Pool Liner Is Distressed

Have you found minor cracks?

What about leaks, are you noticing that water does not seem to stay in the pool?

Is it faded?

These are signs that your pool liner may be in need of changing.

Swimming Pool Liner

How Long Do Pool Liners Last?

The average lifespan of a vinyl swimming pool liner is 8 to 12 years. Many people go with what they find pleasing to the eye when deciding on a liner. However, that is not always a good idea. The higher gauge the vinyl is, the better quality and more it cost, however, the better quality, the longer it will last if it is adequately maintained. Pool liners like most other things require care and maintenance; if you take care of it, you will most likely get 12 years from your liner. Taking proper care of a pool liner requires that you test the water and maintain the appropriate balance.

Do Patches Work?

Patches can help as long as your liner is not at the end of its lifespan and it depends on where the piece needs to be placed. You find a small tear or tiny hole in your liner; it is possible to patch it, especially if your liner is only a few years old. However, if your liner is 7 or 8 years old, it is best that you replace the liner.

Types Of Liners For Above Ground Pools

There are four types of pool liners available to choose from;

• Overlap pool liners go inside the pool, hang over the edge, very simple to install • Uni-bead pool liners hook into the top of the pool sides Expandable Pool Liner

Expandable pool liners great for tall pools also conform to any shape and can allow up to 3 feet of extra water depth • Beaded pool liners snap into the track along the top edges of the pool walls If you wish to have some extra water depth or a distinct shape of above ground pool, then the expandable liner is the one you want. Make sure to get the heavier gauge for the added strength and more protection against roots or rocks you may not see when you set up your pool. An accessory that can help keep your liner in good shape is a footbath that will hold sand, tiny stones and sharp things like mulch out of your swimming pool.

January 30, 2018
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