Concrete Pool Pad

[Smaller IS better]

In 2009 we had a 12X36 Intex pool, that fall I had a 14 foot diameter by 6 inch thick concrete pad poured.

During the Fall and winter it functioned as a Patio and we fed birds on it.

This year Intex came out with a 14X42 Easy Set pool which we installed.

We used Indoor outdoor carpeting to cover the concrete in order to cushion the pool vinyl liner.

It was a hassle getting the pool centered but fortunatly all the weight is on the concrete.

Although the contractor used only a 2x4 and a level to get the pad level the final result was level within half an inch across the pad ( using a tape measure from the water level to the bottom of the pool.

Fall is an excellent time to pour a concrete pad and save pets tracking in mud all winter and early spring.

I chose 6 inch thick concrete since contractors often leave thin spots.

I chose 14 foot since at the time Intex only made 12 and 15 foot Easy set pools.

That way my wife couldn't make me buy a 15 foot pool.

However in 2010 Big Lots stores carried a 14 foot Easy set pool.

We tossed the original 12 foot pool because of the smell from the dead grass.

That prompeted us to pour a concrete pad for 2010.

Cost was 950 dollars, I think they used 3.5 or 4 cubic yards.

The pool bottom is very nice on top of the indoor/outdoor carpeting.

There have been no tears etc. we use a deck and a pool ladder that stretches the vinyl somewhat.

I'd do it again.

It's really nice in the fall, the round concrete pad feels a bit like a stage.

A great place for a fire pit, etc.

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