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2023-08-09 14:00
Overview
The Pool Factory carries above ground swimming pools with varying components and features. One of the most important components is the “Top Ledge” of the swimmi… Read More
2023-03-22 19:05
Saltwater Aurora Round Pool Model
Parts Breakdown
Identifying the parts of your swimming pool before the installation process will make the in… Read More
2023-03-21 14:00
Cleaning an AquaPro D.E. filter system is quite different from cleaning a Hayward D.E. Filter system. Although they complete the same objective, which is cleaning the internal eleme… Read More
2023-03-17 14:00
1. Identify The Leak
The first step is identifying where you are experiencing a leak. Do you notice any cracks/splits on the plastic components of the Thru-wall Skimm… Read More
2023-03-16 17:23
Saltwater LX Oval Pool Model
Parts Breakdown
Identifying the parts of your swimming pool before the installation process will make the install… Read More
2023-03-14 20:26
The Pool Factory carries the highest quality liners available in the above ground pool industry. Our customers love our selection of beautifully printed liners that come in a number… Read More
2023-03-14 19:49
Saltwater 8000 Oval Pool Model
Parts Breakdown
Identifying the parts of your swimming pool before the installation process will make the insta… Read More
2023-03-13 14:00
Solar Cover Reel
The FeherGuard Premium Solar Cover Reel is a great addition to your swimming pool that makes removing your Solar Cover smooth and easy! The reel is made of the stro… Read More
2023-03-06 15:00
Safety First
Installing a fence kit around your above ground swimming pool will create a barrier for protection and safety. Although there is no substitute for adult supervision, in… Read More
2023-03-02 15:00
Disclaimer: Pool Ladders/Steps must be installed in accordance with all local and state codes and you must follow the manufacturer’s installation instructions and procedures… Read More
2023-02-28 15:00
Solar Heating Options for Above Ground Pools
1Eco Saver Solar Dome Swimming Pool Heater
The Eco Saver Solar Dome is one of the most cost-effective ways to heat your ab… Read More
2023-02-24 15:00
Inline Anode For Corrosion Control REG20A
An inline zinc anode is a great addition for your above ground swimming pool. This accessory will protect the pool equipment and keep your… Read More
2023-02-22 21:32
Parts Breakdown
Identifying the parts of your swimming pool before the installation process will make the installation a lot easier and go more smoothly. Below you will find a break… Read More
2023-02-22 21:32
Parts Breakdown
Identifying the parts of your swimming pool before the installation process will make the installation a lot easier and go more smoothly. Below you will find a break… Read More
2023-02-21 15:00
Overall Height Measurements
The overall height measurements of your new above ground swimming pool is useful for many reasons:
If you plan on building a deck around your above groun… Read More
2023-02-17 15:00
Vinyl Works Resin Pool Decks
Vinyl Works Canada is an industry leading manufacturer of resin above-ground pool decks that are designed to meet or exceed all code requirements set fo… Read More
2023-02-15 15:00
What Are The Benefits Of Adding A Light To Your Above Ground Pool?
Customers love adding lights to their above ground pools for a number of different reasons. Most people agree that… Read More
2023-02-14 16:24
Parts Breakdown
Identifying the parts of your pool model before you begin your installation will make the process of assembling the swimming pool much easier. Below you will find a… Read More
2023-02-14 16:01
Parts Breakdown
Identifying the parts of your pool model before you begin your installation will make the process of assembling the swimming pool much easier. Below you will find a… Read More
2023-02-14 15:58
Parts Breakdown
Identifying the parts of your pool model before you begin your installation will make the process of assembling the swimming pool much easier. Below you will find a… Read More
2023-02-14 15:57
Parts Breakdown
Identifying the parts of your pool model before you begin your installation will make the process of assembling the swimming pool much easier. Below you will find a… Read More
2023-02-14 15:55
Parts Breakdown
Identifying the parts of your pool model before you begin your installation will make the process of assembling the swimming pool much easier. Below you will find a… Read More
2023-02-14 15:52
Parts Breakdown
Identifying the parts of your pool model before you begin your installation will make the process of assembling the swimming pool much easier. Below you will find a… Read More
2023-02-11 19:46
Parts Breakdown
Identifying the parts of your pool model before you begin your installation will make the process of assembling the swimming pool much easier. Below you will find a… Read More
2023-02-11 19:46
Parts Breakdown
Identifying the parts of your pool model before you begin your installation will make the process of assembling the swimming pool much easier. Below you will find a… Read More
2023-02-11 19:46
Parts Breakdown
Identifying the parts of your pool model before you begin your installation will make the process of assembling the swimming pool much easier. Below you will find a… Read More
2023-02-11 19:46
Parts Breakdown
Identifying the parts of your pool model before you begin your installation will make the process of assembling the swimming pool much easier. Below you will find a… Read More
2023-02-11 19:46
Parts Breakdown
Identifying the parts of your pool model before you begin your installation will make the process of assembling the swimming pool much easier. Below you will find a… Read More
2023-02-11 19:44
Parts Breakdown
Identifying the parts of your pool model before you begin your installation will make the process of assembling the swimming pool much easier. Below you will find a… Read More
2023-02-08 16:22
Once you select your pool model, then you can begin the customization process. All of our pools come with a Thru-wall skimmer and 20 Gauge Blue Liner.
–> Easy Shoppin… Read More
2023-02-08 15:54
We carry pools from the top manufacturers in the pool industry because they are great quality, made in North America, and stand behind their products. Here is a list of our Top 7 Sw… Read More
2023-02-01 20:31
Top 5 Accessories for Above Ground Swimming Pools
1Multi-Color LED Pool RETURN Light With Remote Control
Multi-Color LED Pool RETURN Light With Remote Control… Read More
2022-11-10 18:36
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2022-09-08 22:19
We would like to thank everybody that participated in our 2022 Celebrate Summer- Photo Submission Contest. The response was greater than we expected and we enjoyed seeing how pool o… Read More
2022-04-05 19:58
Saltwater Aurora Pool With Resin Composite Wall
The Saltwater Aurora features an all resin pool frame with resin composite wall technology, bringing above ground pools to an entirel… Read More
2022-02-01 14:48
The Frog Pool Tender water care system connects to your filter system giving you clean and clear water for weeks at a time. The Frog Pool Tender System utilizes the proven technolog… Read More
2022-02-01 14:47
The Elix Rechargeable Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaner is a new type of rechargeable automatic pool cleaner in the market. Most other pool cleaners include an electrical cord that need… Read More
2021-09-10 04:00
We would like to thank everybody that participated in our 2021 Celebrate Summer- Photo Submission Contest. The response was greater than we expected and we enjoyed seeing how pool o… Read More
2021-02-22 21:51
Closing a pool with the pool frog system at season’s end should be an easy and worry-free process. Our pool specialists at The Pool Factory have put together the following tut… Read More
2021-02-22 21:21
To open your above ground pool you will need the following pool supplies (see below). The following instructions below have been provided by The Pool Factory’s Above Ground Po… Read More
2021-02-22 21:15
To open your above ground pool you will need the following pool supplies (see below). The following instructions below have been provided by The Pool Factory’s Above Ground Po… Read More
2021-02-22 21:13
Choosing an alternative sanitizing method to clean your pool can seem like a daunting task with all the choices available. Here we compare two of the most popular types.
Both the Fr… Read More
2021-02-22 21:12
The Frog Pool Tender Water Care System is designed to make the maintenance of an above ground pool easier and less time consuming for pool owners. The system uses pre-measured Chlor… Read More
2021-02-22 21:08
Troubleshooting
For more in-depth troubleshooting, go to www.kingtechnology.com
Frog Pool Tender Mineral System TipsWhat do I do if the water looks cloudy?
Make sure your… Read More
2021-02-22 21:07
You must make sure you properly winterize your Frog Pool Tender Mineral System at the end of the pool season. Follow the directions below as they will help you with the process. Als… Read More
2021-02-19 19:10
When you are deciding how you are going to sanitize your pool you may notice you have a few options. The most common way people sanitize their above ground pool is with chlori… Read More
2021-01-14 16:34
The Frog Pool Tender Cycler should always be installed between the filter return line and the return jet of the pool (or outlet of heater and return jet of pool if applicable). Neve… Read More
2021-01-12 16:59
We sell Swimline liners exclusively because they are great quality, made in the USA and they stand behind their products.
Swimline warranties their pool liners for manufacturing def… Read More
2020-11-24 19:56
12'X24' Oval Pools
All of our 12′ x 24′ Oval Pools include a blue liner and thru-wall skimmer at no additional charge. To upgrade the liner or to add a filter, ladder, or… Read More
2020-11-24 19:55
15'X24' Oval Pools
All of our 15′ x 24′ Oval Pools include a blue liner and thru-wall skimmer at no additional charge. To upgrade the liner or to add a filter, ladder, or… Read More
2020-11-24 19:53
15'X26' Oval Pools
All of our 15′ x 26′ Oval Pools include a blue liner and thru-wall skimmer at no additional charge. To upgrade the liner or to add a filter, ladder, or… Read More
2020-11-24 19:51
15'X30' Oval Pools
All of our 15′ x 30′ Oval Pools include a blue liner and thru-wall skimmer at no additional charge. To upgrade the liner or to add a filter, ladder, or… Read More
2020-11-24 19:49
18'X33' Oval Pools
All of our 18′ x 33′ Oval Pools include a blue liner and thru-wall skimmer at no additional charge. To upgrade the liner or to add a filter, ladder, or… Read More
2020-11-24 19:46
15' Round Pools
All of our 15′ Round Pools include a blue liner and thru-wall skimmer at no additional charge. To upgrade the liner or to add a filter, ladder, or any other acc… Read More
2020-11-24 19:45
18' Round Pools
All of our 18′ Round Pools include a blue liner and thru-wall skimmer at no additional charge. To upgrade the liner or to add a filter, ladder, or any other acc… Read More
2020-11-24 19:39
21' Round Pools
All of our 21′ Round Pools include a blue liner and thru-wall skimmer at no additional charge. To upgrade the liner or to add a filter, ladder, or any other acc… Read More
2020-11-24 19:35
24' Round Pools
All of our 24′ Round Pools include a blue liner and thru-wall skimmer at no additional charge. To upgrade the liner or to add a filter, ladder, or any other acc… Read More
2020-11-24 17:55
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2020-10-15 17:45
How To Install a Beaded Liner
Beaded pool liners are the easiest type of liner to replace. Using a bead receiver that hangs over the top of the pool wall, the beaded liner simply sn… Read More
2020-08-19 16:45
We would like to thank everybody that participated in our 2020 Celebrate Summer- Photo Submission Contest. The response was greater than we expected and we enjoyed seeing how pool o… Read More
2020-01-16 17:01
The Solaxx Saltron Retro Jet RJ easily installs onto new or existing above ground pools. Learn how to complete the simple process by watching our installation video below… Read More
2020-01-16 15:42
The Multi-Color LED Pool RETURN Light easily installs onto new or existing above ground pools with a standard return jet fitting. Learn how to complete the simple process by watchin… Read More
2020-01-15 19:32
The Multi-Color LED Pool RETURN Light and Multi-Color LED Skimmer Face Plate Light both use the same remote. The instructions for syncing the remote would be the same for both light… Read More
2020-01-09 20:02
30'X54" Saltwater 8000 Round Pool
All of our 30′ x 54″ Round Pools include a blue liner and thru-wall skimmer at no additional charge. To upgrade the liner or to add a fi… Read More
2020-01-09 19:58
27'X54" Contempra Round Pool
All of our 27′ x 54″ Round Pools include a blue liner and thru-wall skimmer at no additional charge. To upgrade the liner or to add a filter… Read More
2020-01-09 19:54
24'X54" Saltwater 8000 Round Pool
All of our 24′ x 54″ Round Pools include a blue liner and thru-wall skimmer at no additional charge. To upgrade the liner or to add a fi… Read More
2020-01-09 19:38
24'X54" Saltwater 8000 Round Pool
All of our 24′ x 54″ Oval Pools include a blue liner and thru-wall skimmer at no additional charge. To upgrade the liner or to add a fil… Read More
2020-01-09 19:34
21'X54" Saltwater LX Round Pool
All of our 21′ x 54″ Oval Pools include a blue liner and thru-wall skimmer at no additional charge. To upgrade the liner or to add a filte… Read More
2020-01-09 19:31
21'X52" Saltwater 5000 Round Pool
All of our 21′ x 52″ Round Pools include a blue liner and thru-wall skimmer at no additional charge. To upgrade the liner or to add a fi… Read More
2020-01-09 19:27
Intrepid Oval Pools
All of our Intrepid Oval Pools include a blue liner and thru-wall skimmer at no additional charge. To upgrade the liner or to add a filter, ladder, or any other a… Read More
2020-01-09 19:00
18'X33'X54" Saltwater LX Oval Pool
All of our 18′ x 33′ Oval Pools include a blue liner and thru-wall skimmer at no additional charge. To upgrade the liner or to add a fi… Read More
2020-01-09 18:57
18'X33'X54" Intrepid - Extruded Aluminum Oval Pool With Interlocking Wall
All of our 18′ x 33′ Oval Pools include a blue liner and thru-wall skimmer at no additional char… Read More
2019-12-13 19:58
The Multi-Color LED Skimmer Face Plate Light easily installs onto new or existing above ground pools with a wide-mouth thru-wall skimmer. Learn how to complete the simple process by… Read More
2019-12-04 16:13
The Solaxx Saltron Retro easily installs onto new or existing above ground pools as there is no plumbing required. Learn how to complete the simple process by watching our installat… Read More
2019-11-12 15:31
The following article will describe how to swap your five Hydrotools factory original polypropylene cartridges with a single Pleatco Advanced High Quality Replacement Filter Cartrid… Read More
2019-10-15 16:44
The Voyager Step Entry System With Safety Gate & Light is ideal for above ground pool owners who do not have a deck around their pool. This easy to assemble entry system consist… Read More
2019-10-10 15:46
The Multi-Color LED Pool RETURN Light With Remote Control is a great light to use with your above ground pool. This light offers several advantages over other pool lights you will f… Read More
2019-10-10 15:08
The Multi-Color LED Skimmer Face Plate Light is an ultra bright LED light that will illuminate your pool water with whatever color you choose using the included remote. This light f… Read More
2019-09-27 16:16
The Pool Rover Max will clean all above ground and in-ground swimming pools. The Simple Plug n’ Play operation means no installation, hoses, booster pumps or complex connectio… Read More
2019-09-23 21:06
Calcium Hardness
Calcium hardness is the amount of calcium dissolved in the pool water and the measurement of how hard or soft your water is. The ideal range for calcium in your poo… Read More
2019-09-16 20:21
Protect Your Investment
The AquaPro Filter System Winter Cover offers a great way to protect your filter system from the outdoor elements during the fall and winter… Read More
2019-09-12 17:36
In order to keep your swimming pool clean and clear you will need to monitor the chlorine level of the water. You may have noticed your test strips will check for Free C… Read More
2019-08-20 04:00
We would like to thank everybody that participated in our 2019 Celebrate Summer- Photo Submission Contest. The response was greater than we expected and we enjoyed seeing how pool o… Read More
2019-08-09 17:57
The Winterizing Closing Kit For Chlorinated Or Saltwater Pools Up To 25,000 Gallons is the easiest method for closing your above ground pool. This 3 step process will ensure th… Read More
2019-08-03 18:47
What is a saltwater generator?
There are several different methods you can use to sanitize the water in your swimming pool. An increasingly popular option is the use of a saltwater… Read More
2019-07-30 16:43
Use the following guide to troubleshoot your Hayward EC-40/EC-50 Pool Filter
ProblemProbable CauseRemedy
High PressureD.E. coated with normal build-up of pool dirt… Read More
2019-05-04 17:31
Filtra Balls
Filtra Balls are a filter media that can replace the silica sand inside of your sand filter system. They are reusable, eco-friendly and made from 100% polyethylene. The… Read More
2019-05-03 17:09
Filter sand, or silica sand, is specially graded to trap very small particles. This is the type of sand your filter needs in order to properly clean your above ground pool. It is us… Read More
2019-04-03 15:58
Drop in Saltwater Systems
Systems such as the Chlorease Ultra, Solax Saltron Retro and the Solaxx Saltron Retro XL are an economical and effective way to convert the dissolved salt… Read More
2019-03-14 21:25
The Differences between Our Saltwater Pool Models
A saltwater pool is a pool that is warranted by the manufacturer for saltwater use. Saltwater can be corrosive to most above ground… Read More
2019-03-08 21:36
To open your above ground pool you will need the following pool supplies (see below). The following instructions below have been provided by The Pool Factory’s Above Ground Po… Read More
2019-03-05 20:26
Registering your pool with the pool manufacturer is a simple process that should only take you a few minutes. Go to mypoolwarranty.com and follow the instructions below. You can use… Read More
2019-02-28 18:22
To open your above ground pool you will need the following pool supplies (see below). The following instructions below have been provided by The Pool Factory’s Above Ground Po… Read More
2019-02-22 16:37
Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) is the measure of all the soluble substances dissolved in the pool water including salts, minerals and metals. Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) is usually m… Read More
2019-02-20 23:25
The Pool Factory carries a wide selection of pool models so we can meet all of our customer’s needs. Use the comparison chart below to compare our different models to see whic… Read More
2019-02-01 15:53
To open your above ground pool you will need the following pool supplies (see below). The following instructions below have been provided by The Pool Factory’s Above Ground Po… Read More
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