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How to Set and Install a Deep End/Diving Fiberglass Pool Video

  
  
  

The process of setting a Deep End Fiberglass Pool is the most critical phase of the construction process.  An improper set could result in damage to the pool shell when the weight of the water is placed on the structure. 

This video demonstrates 3 critical aspects of setting a Deep End Fiberglass Pool:

1.  Proper transition alignment

When the pool is set, it is critical to insure that the breaks in the shallow and deep ends align with the breaks of the excavation.  As you will see, this requires carefull placement of the pool as well as inspecting the set from inside the excavated area. 

2.  Checking for voids under the Fiberglass Pool

It's critical to insure that the entire pool floor rests on the base material....especially along the shallow and deep end breaks.  This video shows the process of walking the floor of the pool to insure it is on a solid foundation. 

3.  The pool must be Level

Any experienced fiberglass pool installer will tell you that it's more difficult to level a transitional, or hopper bottom fiberglass pool, like the one in this video, than a pool with a constant slope.  Notwithstanding, it is critical to insure that the pool is level along the shallow and deep end breaks first because they cannot be adjusted, then focus on the shallow and deep ends of the pool.  As you'll see, the pool in this video was within 1/2" of level on the first set without any adjustment.....prop's to Leisure, it's a very well built pool. 

Hope you enjoy the video!

Comments and questions welcome as aways.


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Comments

Wow Jason, this was tremendous. I'm thrilled Leisure has this new deep end pool and I hope other builders will benefit from such an educational piece.
Posted @ Monday, August 23, 2010 10:58 AM by Marcus Sheridan
Great video Jason, I'm sure many dealers will benifit from seeing it. This is the first deep end pool Leisure Pools has produced and we are delighted it has been so well received.
Posted @ Monday, August 23, 2010 11:10 AM by Ashley Gill
I had a fiberglass pool set last year and when it was put in I'm pretty sure there was no voids under the pool. However, this year I have noticed alot of hollow areas particularly in the low end and along the sides where you can tell the stone has setteled and left a void. It sounds like a hollow echo type noise when you hit the areas with your hand as opposed to a thud where the stone is up against the pool. Should this worry me? I have not seen any problems and these have been there all summer. 
 
 
 
Thanks 
 
Bill Pulak
Posted @ Monday, August 23, 2010 3:38 PM by Bill
Not able to veiw video, just a white blank spot. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance.
Posted @ Tuesday, August 24, 2010 11:56 AM by Blaze
@Ashley 
I need to give credit where it is due Ashley. We've installed deep end/diving fiberglass pools manufactured by many companies, and your new Grand Rivierra blows them all away. Great job Leisure! 
 
@Bill 
It's not uncommon to have voids under the seats and steps of a fiberglass pool. If this is the location of your voids you should be fine. If under the floor of the pool I would make the builder aware just in case it leads to future issues. 
 
@Blaze 
The vid is working fine on my end. Try viewing it from my youtube channel and see if it works there.  
http://www.youtube.com/user/hughesjasonc 
Posted @ Wednesday, August 25, 2010 6:12 AM by Jason
Thanks Jason, video works fine in youtube.
Posted @ Wednesday, August 25, 2010 12:03 PM by Blaze
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