How Do You Install And Repair Above Ground Pool Liners?
A pool liner is typically made of vinyl and is installed inside the pool’s frame to hold the water inside the vessel. The pool water exerts pressure on the liner, holding it securely in place against the pool’s floor and the walls. Installing a liner is typically a two-person job. Although the liners are made to resist tearing, it is not uncommon for them to develop small leaks as they get older. Holes in the liner can be repaired with a patch kit. Cover up any sharp areas or edges on the pool frame with tape so that no damage or tears are made in the pool liner as it’s being installed. Lay a protective layer of sand at the bottom of the pool’s frame, building up the sand around the edges of the metal frame and smooth with a rake or broom. This will prevent the liner from folding under the metal frame and create a soft protective barrier between the liner and the ground. Unfold the pool liner and inspect it for any signs of holes or obvious damage. Let the pool liner warm in the sun so
