Intex-20ft X 48in Ultra XTR Frame Pool Set with Sand Filter Pump Some spas have a constant stream of bubbles fed via the seating area of the pool, or a footwell area. This is more common as a temperature control device where the heated water comes from a natural geothermal source, rather than artificially heated. Water temperature is usually very warm to hot – 38 to 42 °C (100 to 108 °F) – so bathers usually stay in for only 20 to 30 minutes. Bromine or mineral sanitizers are often recommended as sanitizers for spas because chlorine dissipates at a high temperature, thereby heightening its strong chemical smell. The circular models have T joint legs like the round metal frame Intex pools, but the oval and rectangular models need more support and have U-shaped legs. They’re also designed with a light grey exterior to provide contrast to the inner blue lining on the pool. Attach it to your pool’s filter line, and water will travel through its serpentine tubes, warming as the sun blasts the pitch-black mat. But if it’s party central for you and the trees, brush and vacuum daily. Leaves, sand, dirt, and other visible debris are not only unsightly, but can clog your filter system and throw your water chemistry out of whack. Shocking your pool breaks the bonds between your pool’s chlorine and the contaminants it’s attached itself to, freeing it to sanitize once more. Since then, his mission is to make pool and hot tub care easy for everyone. And each year, he continues to help more people with water chemistry, cleaning, and troubleshooting. This vacuum's rechargeable batteries provide ongoing, powerful suction capability. So whether you’re looking for a pool to do a few laps in, or one to splash around with your children, you’ll find there’s plenty of options here. The things that come with the pool do the jobs they’re intended to do, but none of them are the greatest. The pump keeps the water circulating but doesn’t clean as it should. You’ll want to upgrade the pump to keep maintenance down to a minimum. Don’t just toss an inflatable castle into the water and declare yourself Lord Fancypants, King of Summer. You can improve performance and make caring for your pool easier with a few strategic additions and modifications. Clean and completely dry all pool accessories before storage. Remove all toys, floats, accessories etc. from your pool. Remove all toys, floats, accessories, etc. from the pool. Many customers like the Intex 12ft x 30in frame model. It has enough space for the whole family’s swimming and playing. At the same time, you can be sure of your kids` safety since the basin is shallow. But, if these consideration boxes are easily checked off in your situation, then I wouldn’t hesitate to add an Intex metal-frame pool to your summer plans. "Dive into the world's deepest swimming pool at 130ft". Acesulfame potassium has been used to estimate how much urine is discharged by swimmers into a pool. In a Canadian study it was estimated that swimmers had released 75 litres of urine into a large pool that had about 830,000 litres of water and was a third of the size of an olympic pool. Hot tubs were found to have higher readings of the marker. Simply use the HSN Return Label within 30 days of receipt to return your item for a free replacement of the same item in a different color or size. If your request for an exchange results in any additional merchandise or shipping costs, and you paid by credit card, your credit card will be charged for those additional costs. Payment methods other than a credit card may result in an order cancellation & a refund may be issued. We have had no leaks, no holes, and it cleans really well with a brush or magic eraser along the edges to get the occasional grime off. Now on its second summer, I wanted to share my experience with any of you considering this pool and wondering if it is also right for you. Then it was time to wait for the seasons to roll around again. We researched and looked and come spring of 2018, we had decided that the Intex 18 ft x 9 ft x 52 in Ultra-Frame Above-Ground Pool Set was perfect.