Do you really need foam and cove for an above ground pool or is sand enough?

Answer 1

foam is better in the bottom of the pool than sand, sand shifts and will sometimes wash out leaving deep indentions in the pool. foam is best used 1/4" foam is best no small nolarger also make use the pool out side wall has a way to drain water away from the pool after rain or it could get under the foam

Answer 2

I have had my pool for 8 years. I lined it with Styrofoam and then used tuck tape (red stuff) on all the seams. It finally got a hole in the liner this winter. I talked to the pool place where I bought it and they mentioned that liners last approximately 5 years. I am happy I got 8. The only thing I have noticed for a couple of years now is that the Styrofoam had lost its consistency and I was starting to see the bottom ribs of the pool. With now having to replace the liner I will go with Styrofoam again. It lasted a long time.

Answer 3

Masonry Sand is used to level the bottom of a pool

Answer 4

Yes. This prevents weeds and grass from growing beneath the pool. I just had an above ground pool installed. The cove comes with a lifetime guarantee.

Answer 5

Fine Mason Sand