Mell How much sand do I need under my above ground pool?
An average 18-foot round aboveground swimming pool requires about 3 tons or 2.5 cubic yards of sand to provide a 2-inch base. The cost for a cubic yard of masonry sand varies, but $48 is about average.
How many bags of sand do I need for a 24 foot pool?
How much sand do I need for a 24 pool?
| Pool Size | Tons | Yards |
|---|---|---|
| 18′ Round | 4 | 2.5 |
| 21′ Round | 4.5 | 3 |
| 24′ Round | 5 | 3 |
| 26′ Round | 6 | 4 |
How do I know how much sand I need for my pool?
Volume = (width x length x depth) x 0.037 For a rectangular pool that’s 18 feet long by 9 feet wide, you’d need at least 1 cubic yard of sand for your base.
What should I put under my above ground pool?
Here’s a list of the most popular materials to put underneath an above ground pool, whether it’s on grass, pavers, gravel or concrete.
- Interlocking Foam Tiles.
- Carpet.
- Intex Ground Cloth.
- Flooring underlayment.
- Carpet padding.
- Sand.
How much sand do I need for my pool’s base?
We have a chart for that! It is commonly recommended by above ground pool manufacturers to have a 2″ sand base inside the pool, under the liner. This will help protect your liner, and provide a soft floor that provides comfort while walking in your pool. Always use masonry sand, which is a washed sand, free of rocks and debris.
How tall should a base be for an above ground pool?
Build a sand cove against the pool wall by creating a 4″ angle of sand (on top of the 3″) sand base giving you a total sand cove height of 7″ inches where the base meets the metal pool wall.
What kind of base do I need for above ground pool liner?
A bed of fine mason sand or play sand of 3-4″ across the entire bottom of the pool and 7″ on an angle (this is referred to as a “cove”) against the pool wall would be a traditional sand base for an above ground pool. Avoid Air Pockets During Liner Installation
How tall can you build a Sand Cove against a pool wall?
Build a sand cove against the pool wall by creating a 4″ angle of sand (on top of the 3″) sand base giving you a total sand cove height of 7″ inches where the base meets the metal pool wall. This is the completed above ground pool liner installation.
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