| Above ground swimming pools are a great | | | | ground. |
| addition to any backyard. By offering all the | | | | Another great benefit of above ground swimming |
| swimming fun and excitement of a private pool | | | | pools is the fact that there are now as many |
| without the high cost and permanence of an | | | | choices in terms of accessories and equipment as |
| in-ground swimming pool, above ground pools are | | | | there for in ground pools. For example, consumers |
| an attractive option for many families. With most | | | | will find a wide range of slides, flumes, ladders |
| above ground pools, you can start swimming | | | | & steps specifically designed for above |
| soon after (and with some pools, even on the | | | | ground pools. Most pools can also be easily |
| same day!) as installation. Some are designed to | | | | adapted for decks & fencing, providing even |
| be permanent pools that you winterize for the | | | | greater flexibility in terms of design and |
| off-season and re-open in the spring; others can | | | | construction. |
| be easily disassembled and stored indoors during | | | | In terms of water sanitizing programs, above |
| the fall and winter months. Best of all, with a wide | | | | ground pool owners can now heat and sanitize |
| range of available prices, construction options, | | | | their pool water without needing to rely on high |
| shapes and sizes there are above ground | | | | levels of harsh chlorine or other chemicals. For |
| swimming pools to match any backyard, any | | | | instance, mineral-based water sanitizing offers an |
| budget. | | | | inexpensive and easy way to purify without the |
| Above ground pools are typically available in | | | | need for traditional chlorine. And new saltwater |
| depths from 48" to 54". Consumers can choose | | | | sanitizing systems are now available specifically for |
| from round, rectangular and oval shapes, in sizes | | | | above ground pools. These "salt-chlorine |
| from a simple 12' round to a large 18' x 39' oval, | | | | generators" use low levels of natural everyday |
| which offer options for yards of every shape and | | | | salt to create natural chlorine, which purifies and |
| size, as well as the ability to swim laps, play water | | | | softens pool water. |
| sports and provide hours of fun & recreation | | | | Above ground pool owners also have more |
| for adults and kids alike. Above ground pools now | | | | options in terms of "going green" and making |
| come in a variety of styles, too. From traditional | | | | more eco-friendly pool heating choices that will |
| above ground pools, to today's more sleek and | | | | also reduce the use of non-renewable, expensive |
| modular designs, there's an above ground pool to | | | | energy sources. High-efficiency pool heaters and |
| fit the decor of any backyard. | | | | heat pumps can reduce energy use & |
| Above ground pools are made from a number of | | | | running costs, and provide wonderfully warm pool |
| different materials, providing several construction | | | | water. And above ground solar heating systems |
| and installation options to choose from. Traditional | | | | can raise the temperature of pool water by 15 |
| above ground pools such as Excalibur Pools, | | | | degrees using only the power of your pool pump |
| feature metal walls of galvanized steel that are | | | | and FREE heating energy from the sun. We |
| exceptionally strong and durable. Some newer | | | | always recommend the use of a solar pool |
| above ground pools, such as the Radiant & | | | | blanket when the pool is not in use to retain heat, |
| EZ Panel brands have energy-saving, eco-friendly | | | | reduce evaporation and reduce debris. And even |
| properties which is making them increasing | | | | if you pool doesn't feature specially-designed |
| popular. Their strong metal walls feature a | | | | heat-retaining walls, wall foam (a commonly |
| specially designed insulating foam core layer to | | | | available pool product) can give every above |
| retain heat and save on running costs & | | | | ground pool heat-retaining properties - simply |
| utilities. Their design also makes installation much | | | | install it during pool set-up for warmer water and |
| more simple than traditional above ground pools, | | | | a longer swim season - all with lower running |
| and they can be installed above ground, semi-in | | | | costs! |
| ground or completely in-ground - for the benefits | | | | Consumers should always ask what's included with |
| of a traditional in-ground pool, without the high | | | | the pool when considering an above ground pool |
| costs! A third class of above ground pools are | | | | purchase. For example, many above ground pools |
| perfect for smaller yards, smaller budgets and for | | | | include the vinyl pool liner, but some do not. |
| families who want the flexibility to take down | | | | Another critical piece of equipment is the pump |
| their pool during the off-season, or when moving. | | | | & filter system, which circulates & filters |
| Intex pools for example offer round, rectangular | | | | the water, as well as aids in purification. Some |
| and oval above ground pools in a variety of sizes, | | | | above ground pool kits such as Intex kits provide |
| including some models made from a Super | | | | a convenient way to get all the components you |
| Tough® heavy-duty three ply liner, with an | | | | need to have your pool up and running in no time. |
| inflatable top ring that lets you set-up and swim in | | | | Standard above ground pool kits will typically |
| a single afternoon! | | | | include a pump and filter system, a maintenance |
| Whether the above ground swimming pool is | | | | kit, a ladder, a solar blanket and sanitizing |
| made of metal or vinyl, assembly is usually very | | | | chemicals. And of course, add-on accessories such |
| simple and straightforward. With metal frame | | | | as heaters, cleaners, fencing, lighting and games |
| pools, regardless of the specific construction | | | | are always a good idea, for maximum safety, |
| design, the various pieces are fit and locked | | | | flexibility and fun. |
| together before adding water. Traditional above | | | | Whether or not you decide to take advantage of |
| ground pools such as Excalibur's Sea Wind, Palm | | | | the convenience of above ground pool kits, there |
| Bay, Glenridge, Regency and Sandstone models | | | | are many advantages to enjoy when you install |
| can usually be installed by 2-3 people in only a few | | | | an above ground pool in your yard. To begin with, |
| hours. Newer EZ Panel, Intex and Radiant pools | | | | above ground swimming pools offer an |
| offer more modular construction and an even | | | | economical way to enjoy the fun of a private |
| more simplified installation process. And for an | | | | pool. While prices can go as high as several |
| Intex vinyl above ground pool with inflatable top | | | | thousand dollars, quality above ground pools are |
| ring, you simply fill the top ring using an electric or | | | | also available for as little as $780. Another great |
| manual pump and fill the pool. As mentioned | | | | advantage is that these swimming pools are fast |
| previously, several models of above ground pools | | | | and easy to assemble, winterize and take down. |
| including Radiant and EZ Panel offer a variety of | | | | With a long list of available shapes and sizes, |
| installation options for fully customized results at a | | | | there's a perfect above ground swimming pool for |
| fraction of the cost of a traditional in ground pool. | | | | every backyard, so every homeowner can enjoy |
| These pools are designed to be installed fully | | | | the fun and exciting experience of having their |
| above ground, half way in ground or completely in | | | | very own private pool. |