Top products from r/swimmingpools
We found 33 product mentions on r/swimmingpools. We ranked the 109 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
1. Swimline FrogLog Animal Saving Escape Ramp for Pool, Blue, One Size
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 2
Critter saving escape ramp for Frogs, Toads, Salamanders, Bees, Chipmunks, Ducklings, Lizards, Snakes, Small Turtles, Small Rabbits, Squirrels, Mice, Birds and moreAllows animals to easily escape to safetyEasy set-up, assembly and placementKeeps water cleaner and reduces pool maintenanceSaves Time a...
Show Reddit reviews2. Hayward SPX0714BA Key, Cover and Handle Assembly Replacement for Hayward SP0714T Multiport Valves and Sand Systems
Sentiment score: -1
Number of reviews: 2
Key, cover and handle assembly replacementFits hayward multiport valves model sp0714tAlso fits hayward pro, vl, hcf and s200 series sand filter system models s210t93sft, hcv20715Also compatible with Hayward Pro Series Side and Top Mount sand filter models S210S, S220T2
Show Reddit reviews3. Zodiac Baracuda G3 W03000 Advanced Suction Side Automatic Pool Cleaner
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 2
Quiet, powerful suction cleaner; works with low-speed pumps for maximum efficiency.Devours small and medium-sized debris and cleans floor, walls and steps of your entire pool.FlowKeeper Valve automatically regulates water flow to maintain peak cleaning performance even with lower horsepower pumps.W...
Show Reddit reviews4. Pentair 011018 IntelliFlo Variable Speed High Performance Pool Pump, 3 Horsepower, 230 Volt, 1 Phase - Energy Star Certified
Sentiment score: 3
Number of reviews: 2
Energy savings up to 90-percent vs. traditional pumpsDramatically quieter operation; Carton Wt: 45 pounds8 programmable speed settings and built-in timer assure optimum speed and run times for maximum efficiency and savingsBuilt in diagnostics protect the pump for longer service lifeFully compatible...
Show Reddit reviews5. Dolphin Nautilus Automatic Robotic Pool Cleaner with Dual Filter Cartridges, Two Scrubbing Brushes and Tangle-Free Swivel Cord, Ideal for Swimming Pools up to 50 Feet
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 2
Plug & Play. Easy to use. Single button control for simple operation backed by a 1 manufacturer’s assurance. Ideal for in-ground pools up to 50 feet.No random patterns. CleverClean Technology scans your pool and uses advanced algorithms to efficiently clean your pools floor and walls.Dual scrubbin...
Show Reddit reviews6. Dolphin Nautilus CC Plus Automatic Robotic Pool Cleaner with Easy To Clean Large Top Load Filter Cartridges and Tangle-Free Swivel Cord, Ideal for In-Ground Swimming Pools Up To 50 Feet
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 2
Hello, free time! Let the Nautilus CC Plus take over your pool cleaning duties for good. Ideal for swimming pools up to 50 feet, this cleaner will leave your pool sparkling clean in just 2 hours. Spend more time enjoying your pool and less time cleaning.The clean you need without the hassle. The Nau...
Show Reddit reviews7. General Wire 1.5DF 1-1/2" Drain Flusher Flush Bag
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Equipped with back-flow preventer on the inlet sideMade of tough reinforced nylon to resist puncturesFar more durable than rubberNarrow profile and internal flat spring help work Drain Flusher around bends
Show Reddit reviews8. Zodiac W20750 Nature2 SPA Stick Mineral Sanitizer
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
chlorineEco-friendly way to keep your spa free from harmful bacteriaReduces need for harsh chemicals; less skin irritationWorks with chlorine or Cense
Show Reddit reviews9. Water Tech Pool Blaster Catfish Li Pool & Spa Cleaner
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Lightweight and easy to use: No hoses or cords neededQuickly removes all debris, leaves, sand, and even algaeRechargeable batteryNo messy hoses or additional pumpsReusable filter bag.Vacuum Head Width: 7.4 inch
Show Reddit reviews10. Splash Pools 30700 Waterfall Pool Fountain
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Adjustable pool fountainCan spray to heights of 14 feet; adjustable directionNot compatible with the Colman pool 1500 gallons per hour pump. Fits 1-1/2-inch threaded return fittings; can be swung underwater when not in use
Show Reddit reviews11. Hayward ECX2712B1 Boxed Pressure Gauge with Dial Replacement for Select Hayward Filters
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Boxed pressure gauge replacementFits hayward perflex extended-cycle d.e. filter models ec65, ec65a, ec75 and ec75aAlso fits hayward pro-grid vertical d.e. series and grid filters, swimclear and hcf series cartridge filter model c_pafcarIncludes dialWeight 18-pound
Show Reddit reviews12. TAYLOR TECHNOLOGIES INC K-1766 DROP TEST CHLORIDE SALT WATER
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Taylor Technologies K-1766 Salt Water Kit is for use with salt water chlorine generatorsCountry of Origin: United StatesBrand Name: TAYLOR TECHNOLOGIES INCModel Number: K-1766
Show Reddit reviews13. Pentair R171096 Rainbow 320 Automatic In-Line Chlorine/Bromine Feeder For Pool And Spa
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Rainbow 320 automatic chlorine/bromine in-line pool and spa feederHolds 11 large or 98 small bromine or slow dissolving trichlor tabletsTreats 6,500 to 27,000 gallons bottom feed and 18,000 to 70,000 gallons top feedUses 1/4-inch feeder hoses, control valve and fittingsMeasures 17 3/4-Inch H, 5-Inch...
Show Reddit reviews14. HM Digital TDS-3 Handheld TDS Meter With Carrying Case, 0 - 9990 ppm TDS Measurement Range, 1 ppm Resolution, +/- 2% Readout Accuracy
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Its Ideal for Commercial UseIts Includes a Carrying Case with Belt ClipHold Function: Saves Measurements for Convenient Reading and RecordingHighly Efficient and Accurate Due to Its Advanced Microprocessor TechnologyBuilt-in Digital Thermometer, Display: Large and Easy-to-read LCD Screen.
Show Reddit reviews15. Centurion 1081 St. C-Frame Threaded Shaft Motors 2 HP B130
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
B130
Show Reddit reviews16. hygger Fast Heating PTC Aquarium Heater with LED Digital Temp Controller 800W Submersible Fish Heater for 120-180 Gallon Freshwater Tank
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
This fully submersible aquarium heater enables memory function and over heat protection. Auto shut off when over-heats, resets when it cools down.Made with premium PTC and double sealed by black protective guard, this fish tank heater is resistant to explosion and corrosion, and protect fish and oth...
Show Reddit reviews17. WAYNE 66000-WYN1 1-1/2 in. by 24 ft. Sump Discharge Hose Kit With Clamps
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Sump discharge hose kitCompatible with all sump pumps with 1-1/2-inch discharge tappingSectioned every 8 feet for fast cuttingIncludes threaded male adapter and hose clamp
Show Reddit reviews18. J-B Weld 8277 WaterWeld Epoxy Putty Stick - 2 oz.
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
J-B WELD WATERWELD: A hand mixable two part epoxy putty stick, that can cure under water and is ideal for repairing plumbing, fuel tanks, tubs and showers, drains, pool and spa, boats & potable water tanks and more! J-B Weld WaterWeld is certified by the NSF and is safe for contact with potable wate...
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pH/alkalinity etc are always going to need to be balanced. Not too often, but you'll want to keep an eye on it.
Really what you have to choose is your sanitation.
Baqua Spa works fine, and is chlorine free, but it can be expensive. You do want to stick to the 3 or 4 chemicals they recommend to make sure it all works ok.
I'm a big fan of the Nature^2 stick which, along with some MPS/Oxy Shock can take care of your sanitization at a decent cost and pretty low maintenance. Change the stick with the water (~4 months), and oxy shock once a week and you should be good.
If you don't want the stick, then you're typically looking at something like shaking some Sodium Di-Chlor in every time you get out, and then some oxy shock once a week. If your pool gets cloudy, or you have higher calcium levels, you might want to use some Stain & Scale remover once a week.
Both Pentair and Hayward have great reviews on Amazon for their pumps in the $920 range:
TriStar 3202
Tristar 3200
EcoStar 3400
Pentair 011018
and with the pool servicing company doing the install the warranties will be honored for 3 years which is nice to have as well.
on a few different websites the Intelliflo comes in as the best quality but the EcoStar as the best value since it costs less to run it overall.
Do you have any other information on that?
We've got this one I'm very happy Dolphin Nautilus CC Plus Automatic Robotic Pool Cleaner with Easy to Clean Top Load Filters Ideal for Swimming Pools up to 50 Feet https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Q8M0NWE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_4MpVCbFMKMVXN
I suggest taking numerous pictures of the pool and take them to your local pool store, they can point you in the right directions. Also, maybe get with some of the people in the HOA and come up with a yearly plan for pool maintenance. Delegate someone to be in charge, and make sure that person becomes an expert in taking care of the pool.
Too true, u/TyneyTyney. OP, save your self pennies and lose dollars to rebuild this if you can afford a Pentair Intelliflo VS. This WILL save you the cost of the pump within a year and a half and after that it will be paying you back for years and years of free service. http://smile.amazon.com/Pentair-011018-IntelliFlo-Performance-Horsepower/dp/B007E4VWNO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1458757750&sr=8-1&keywords=Pentair+Intelliflo+VS
I've got one of these and like it. We call him Scooby, & he does a good job cleaning up if you just let him hop around for a while. It also recommend getting the leaf canister when you purchase - saves you from having to clean out your filter as often.
We bought this one last year and I still praise it. I love the little guy, scrubs, vacuums, etc.
This is the salt tester I use it works great and is very accurate: https://www.amazon.com/Hayward-GLX-SALTMETER-Digital-Handheld-Meter/dp/B005IVZKKQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1475185291&sr=8-1&keywords=hayward+salt+tester
If I had the time I would always use the test kit for Salt which you can find here: https://www.amazon.com/TAYLOR-TECHNOLOGIES-INC-K-1766-CHLORIDE/dp/B001DO35EU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1475185345&sr=8-1&keywords=salt+test+kit
Also, if you are using strips you might want to consider going towards an actual test kit that is reliable such as this: https://www.amazon.com/Taylor-Technologies-K-2005-Test-Complete/dp/B00HEAQO5O/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1475185320&sr=8-3&keywords=taylor+test+kit+salt
The cheapest option would be to purchase the test kit for salt and continue using the strips. I recommend no strips and using the salt test kit and a normal Taylor test kit.
Install a basic fountain to keep the surface of the water disturbed. You can buy one like this or one of the regulars here has a nice schematic for a DIY option (paging u/tyneytymey) that uses a slotted eyeball similar to this on top.
Flying bugs like still water for their own safety. Keep the top more turbulent and they'll probably still fly around, but won't land.
If you don't mind smelling like a grandma's cedar chest, mothballs are a cheap repellent for bees and many other pests. Put them in socks hanging off your fence. The only problem is the smell may repel you from enjoying your backyard!
My experience is with the [Baracuda G3] (http://www.amazon.com/Baracuda-W03000-Advanced-Suction-Automatic/dp/B002HRET3S/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1370546589&sr=8-1&keywords=baracuda+g3) which moves about differently. It works well enough, but I find I can manually vacuum a pool way faster than the vacuum can randomly do it. If I have the time (which is 70% of the time) I just do it manually. But it's nice to have the automatic vac for days when people are coming over and I'm busy in the morning with other things.
thanks! but it doesn't look like the Handle includes the shaft. So I will probably have to purchase the whole top section of the filter.
This product will help: http://amzn.com/B004UHY2TY
I'm temporarily using something like this
Water Tech Pool Blaster Catfish Li Pool & Spa Cleaner https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002GT91SK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_jHXyDbHKNAF2C
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https://www.amazon.com/Dolphin-Nautilus-Robotic-Cleaner-Cartridges/dp/B00Q8M0NWE/ref=sr_1_3?m=A70W6TBLAYLN5&marketplaceID=ATVPDKIKX0DER&qid
This is the most purchased one on amazon. Anyone have it? Reccomend it?
I stand corrected...
maybe this ???
we have a frog log which keeps all sorts of critters out!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001ED0WKK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
[TDS-3] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VTQM70/ref=s9_acsd_hps_bw_c_x_6_w)
That motor you listed is a square flange motor. Y56Y Frame
OP is looking for an X56J Frame which I believe is a round flange isn't it?
Like this one
https://www.amazon.com/Hygger-Aquarium-Digital-Controller-Submersible/dp/B07ZWX5QMN
I’m guessing your pool holds around 550 gallons. This claims to heat up to 90° or something for 180 gallons. Far from ideal, but if you just want to take the chill off, it’ll work. I think it is essentially what’s in one of those inflatable hot tubs. You’ll lose a decent amount of heat without insulation and a cover. Make sure you use it on a GFCI outlet so you don’t kill anyone.
You may be better off looking for an inflatable hot tub. You can find them starting at $250. I’ve had an intex one that’s lasted for a few seasons now, being properly stored at the end of each season.
No, no, no. You buy a SPX0714BA for $70.00 and all you have to do is remove 6 screws, pull the old top half off put the new one in (matching the notch) and screw it back down.