Do's and Don'ts of setting up and maintaining an Intex metal frame pool 

Listen brother, truly man, your setup is phenomenal (practically perfect) and the information you've shared, the knowledge alone supercedes 99% of ALL other (Intex-related) videos by leaps and bounds! Nice work man, and thanks again for all of your advice on the do's and don'ts! I will share what I've learned from you with other ppl who have similar pools!

I have had my 15’ x 48. Intex for eleven years. I use the chemicals, but the ones Intex recommends. I live in the south and and it’s still going.

Lots of people post videos of themselves talking. Few have as much worthwhile information to share as you do. Thank you.

I have the 32x16x52 but this guy was the most helpful out of all the videos I've watched!

Dude.... your video should be at the top of the list of Intex videos. Clear, concise, you've identified the main issues and how to resolve them. Would have liked to see the video where you installed the hayward skimmer; the Intex add on skimmer sucks.

I am 2 minutes into this video, and am forever grateful already for your clarity, and wanting to pass this knowledge on. My wife and I tried setting up and filling our 18 ft rectangular intex pool yesterday, with no confidence or understanding on what to do, and you made everything clear and made us feel at ease to set our pool up for our kids properly. Thank you very much brotha. Much well wishes to you

I am 3:27 seconds into this video and paused to say thank you...excellent to the point help!

You answered EVERY SINGLE question that I had… Literally! Amazing video brother. Also, love the shirt.

Thanks for the great advice! I had some thick pressure treated plywood cut up into squares to place under the buttresses around the pool and it's been perfect. I did have a buddy come in and level everything out and sand. Took my time and have zero wrinkles. The auto vacuum is a must have. The pump needs to be optimal pressure to get it working properly. Up here in Maine and kept covered with 3/4 water and it froze up nicely last winter. Set up fine in the spring. Thanks again

I liked the backyard simple straight to point filming, much more informative than many others out there on RU-vid.

Best advice out there, the sprinkles out is just incredible

great video, be careful w these salt systems. the corner joints corroded from the salt. im not the only one that has said this either.

Excellent video!!! I just bought an Intex 10'x30" for my kids. I will be setting it up this week under my deck. This is great info. Thank you

Hey Cory! Thanks for doing this video! I was doing my research before buying my pool & found you thank goodness! I also grew up with doughboy above ground pools and know what it feels like to have a pool, bbq's, parties and family enjoying it! I have been taking notes and I think this is the size pool that I want for my backyard. I love how friendly and down to earth and to the point you are! I appreciate it your southern charm and want to make my backyard into a haven for myself & my family like you have! I am going to have to hire someone to level the ground though, I live in California and don't have a HUGE piece of property like you do! I thought I could just put a tarp down and a pad over the grass! I didn't think I had to take it down to the dirt and pull up the grass! I am renting and have a few sprinklers on the perimeter of the backyard so I will have to do some investigating and take more measurements! Thanks again! I definitely subscribed and hit the bell! I forwarded your video to my hubby to watch! You are awesome!

we bought our 10x20 intex pool at costco 11 summers ago and love it.

Great video . Thank you !

well done man! i can see u done ur homework,amazing job, i have been looking everywhere but i havent found one looking pool like yours, amazing job and tips, thanks for the video.

Hey man thanks a lot for the info a lot of good little tidbits I like the way that you just approach this straight up right from the bat no bulshit no beating around the bush none of that promoting products and this and that just straight-up what it is thanks man

Thank you for the great tips! We just set up our new to us pool for the first time tonight.

Impressive one of my collegue, juste one, we are about to set it up and, you look very familar to a friend , i did worke with, 15 years ago, he moved to USA with his americain wife clue, your gesture, red beard, if you, are, it is a pleasuere to see your work, your succes and willing to help others

Good video, wish I had known this when I bought my first Intex pool years ago.

Thank you for sharing your experience. God bless!

Took my old 16x38 metal wall and got one of these. Over the years I collected pumps and sand filters. LOL Debating to add the wall skimmer yet. Might get a new cap for the sand filter and swap out or run a second line like I had on the old pool just to add circulation , heck, got more hoses, flex spa hose, etc to make this a jacuzzi pool . LOL

Fantastic tips! You are awesome, we love the way you explained everything in a very simple straight forward way! We watched thousands of videos and We wish yours were the first to see because we wouldn’t need any other ones! Your videos save a lot of time for many first time above the ground pool users. Thank you Everyday Man!

You speak the truth! I’ve had two and I have loved them!!

Great tips that I haven't heard elsewhere. Thanks!

Great set up advice, I just got a Intex pool and looks like the same size. Thanks again for the helpful info👍

One of the best videos on the intex pool. Or the best video rather. Thank you for the info. Mine is being delivered in a couple weeks.

Blessings From Texas 🤠

We've had several above ground intex pools. The cartridge filters have never worked out for us, so we always hook up a sand filter. The only other major problem has been the hoses, so we forgo those and use pvc piping. Also hook up a skimmer. Small investments but it increases the life and enjoyment of the pool.

My kinda guy 🇺🇸. Great video, thanks for the tips!

Nothing better than a salt water chlorinator, water is crystal clear no need for chemicals and the water is the most refreshing quality there is, good tips awesome vid

Great video brother... During this pandemic I decided to buy my first above ground pool. Do to the size and layout of my yard, I bought a 16'X48" round pool. I bought a Summer Wave unit since it came with a cartridge filter/skimmer system (for which I plan to upgrade for an Intex sand filtration & salt system) I will be able to modify the skimmer to function with it too. I did exactly what you mentioned but got the info from other sources. I did it all by hand by removing 15 wheelbarrows worth of dirt and even fabricated my own water level from Home Depot for $25 which It helped me to perfectly level the ground and pool. I even went and installed a small paver area by the ladder, so everyone can wash their feet before going in. On your comment of the discharge been close to the intake, my pool is the same way but with the exception that the return has a nozzle with a °30 spout which can be directed away from the skimmer, it really helps to circulate the water really well. I like Intex products but don't really understand why they seem to be behind the eight ball by not having skimmers.. Thx. again for the video.

Great video.I'm currently looking for an above ground pool (up to 18 ft round and 48 " to 52" high.)With the pandemic, it seems that everyone is either out of stock or a second party seller that I'm not willing to chance in case of defects.Hopefully the reputable sellers will get more in stock.I've been watching multiple videos in preparation for the pool.This one is by far my favorite.Very informative.I will be" hiring"😂 my son and son- in -law to do the work.I'm just gathering up the information for them.Do's and Don'ts are great to have.Thank you!

Extremely good tips. Fixing to buy 24 x 12. Thanks

This has been the most informative videos I’ve seen on these pools. Thank you so much

I bought a 10 foot x 1 foot pool today. I’m so excited Yay

new subscriber, you deserve to have 1000, your channel is killing it! good luck getting to 1000!

New intex pool owner. Thank you for great points here.

Great content in all of your Intex pool videos. So many helpful tips!

I also use the magic eraser on the pool to clean it. Was so quick and easy.

We have had this same exact pool. Our came with skimmer, sand pump, vacuum, and other accessories. We too had our ground leveled and cement rolled to flatten it out. The first year, 3 legs crumbled, because we didn’t have hard enough surface for the weight of the legs. We used thick green treated lumber, didn’t work. So then we made composite blocks with green treated lumber to the width of the legs and even a bit wider. What we were not made aware of is the rust from the salt. Our elbows started rusting out, some of the beams started rusting, so in June 2020, we had it filled and a beam snapped, breaking 3 legs, and all the water and salt was removed. We had a welder make us 3 legs with stronger steel 16 gauge, not 20, which is what these legs are made out of. We cut the ends off that snap into the beams for the welder to weld onto his legs he made. We had to order elbows and other beams. This time, we sprayed rustoleum bed liner undercoat on the ends to give them more protection. I leveled every leg again. What an exhausting job. We are now filling it again. It bows quite a bit in the middle on both sides. I was told this was normal, because the water will push the walls out. It takes about 8 bags of pool salt, so make sure you check the salt with a salt strip. I love the pool, but hate the rust and parts breaking and then good luck trying to find the parts. It will interesting to see if this works. Other than this, we have had no issues with the pump etc. we have had no trouble vacuuming it out with what came with, because it has a little nipple that you put on one of them suction hoses, which gives the vacuum the power it needs to suck up the debris. We also bought a better ladder, because the one they sent with was so flimsy and cheap. My son has the same pool and has rust starting in his, but his is on a cement slab and has had no issues with legs breaking.

I'm doing so much research before buying anything and this video was awesome. Top tips !

Thanks a bunch, this is super helpful! I would probably use a regular dish washing sponge with the scrubbing side on the liner though, since magic erasers can eat away at surfaces over time. I agree on the saltwater systems, not to mention it is really good for your skin and even helps with inflammation!

Did you use any chemicals besides salt when you 1st open the pool? And also could you do a video on how you hook up your vacuum, how you get it started and taking it out when done? I seem to always get soaked and lose all debris when pulling it out 🤔 One last thing sorry, could you give more info on how you installed your skimmer? I am so nervous on cutting the pool liner 😬 So sorry if you have already address any of these things. Thank you for all your advice I really enjoyed this video!!!

I had a 24 ft round Intex pool. I had exactly the same set up as this video, except I had a chlorine system and a larger filter. I also used a floating chlorine bowl mine was very easy to maintain and was clean all the time.

I am enjoying this channel thank you!!

Loved your video. We have had this same pool for 4 seasons this year. Would you consider doing a short tutorial on the skimmer you installed? (Type it is, tips on installing on pool wall, how it’s linked to the saltwater pump) Would really be grateful, it’s the only issue/complaint we have with our set-up.

Great video. I've just ordered my first rectangle pool 36×16×52. I'm upgrading from an intex 18×48. I wasn't aware a skimmer wasn't included, but I have one on hand. Could you do a video on how to install one? I'm a bit nervous about cutting into the wall of the pool. I have a intex sandfilter 3000 and added a salt water system from my old pool that I'll be using on the new one.

I subscribed when you pulled out the magic eraser.

Great video! I’m about to buy my first pool which is the same as yours and I will follow exactly the same set up you suggest. I appreciate the time you took to make the video. It’s answered all my questions plus some. Really helpful. Thank you.

Can you link the Salt Water Filter Please. This was AMAZING Info. Thank you so much!

Please tell me how you installed the skimmer. I just got the same pool. Did you cut a hole in the pool....

I immediately knew you were from Louisiana. Great vid!

Heck ya I appreciate the info too! Everything you said and used is exactly what anyone needs for this pool to keep it looking like yours👍 I don’t have the salt water system yet but the handheld/ corner vacuum and putting the skimmer beside the ladder in that corner does the trick. I referenced this video several times to get my pool right. Thanks again🤚🏻 I also got the intex robot vacuum thing for the bottom and it helps a lot too, but gets clogged up pretty quick if you have algae on the bottom, having to empty it a lot

Are going to do a video on how to set the skimmer eventually? That would help us a lot? Good video thank you all the way from Nevada.

Just hope everything works when you get one of these Intex pools. We just got a 22x52 round and the pump that came with it was dead out of the box. I'm playing hell trying to get them to replace it. They want a batch # that is not where they say it is.

Awesome video, direct, full of information, and show very well. The only thing I would add to next my pool is something like water bib attached to the pole with the garden hose. That way the garden hose isn't hanging over the pool. It gives a clean look.

Thank you so much for the pool lesson! Very detailed! Thank you commentor Pam about the salt causing rust (She recommends Rustoleum Bed liner spray) & needing a sturdier surface for the legs so they don't buckle bc amongst all RU-vid reviews that's been a MAIN ISSUE. One youtuber recommends putting pavers (LEVEL W GROUND! She adds)under each leg bc that's what fixed it for her, but she didn't lvl them & has an arch in the long wall. Thanks again!

Awesome video and alot of useful information!!! I just have a question though. How did you install the skimmer into the liner of the pool at the end?

Don’t forget to put phos free in once a week it’s a natural Alge eliminator especially after it raine

I have a 12 X 24 as well dirt does tend to accumulate in the corners just take just take a skimmer and push it out the intex pump vacuum is a must i had a smaller pool last year and no vacuum and it kept getting dirty this vac is a life saver

This video is top notch stuff. Thank you so much for all the valuable information , now I have the confidence to set up my pool .

I was gonna get the 32x16 but this looks big as hell

Thank you!! Now I won’t spend money on a pool. We will keep going to my friends house. Lol.

That is all really good advice. Apart from it sounding a lot like an advert for Intex that's really well done. I had one of these pools for 5 years. We've since installed an in-ground pool. I didn't do some of the things like the skimmer or the automatic vacuum...but this is a proper pool setup. My one piece of advice, this is a big pool even though it is above ground, I would upgrade the pump and sand filter and it would make life even easier.

When you level your ground...DO NOT USE SAND...it washes away over time. If you want a great pool floor, set it up on 1” polystyrene boards, taped together with gorilla tape. It not only gives you a smooth pool floor, it also insulates! The Hayward skimmer is my next add on...the Salt water system is GREAT! Get it, it’s worth Every Penny. Otherwise this guy is on point. A deck would be nice too. Good video, thanks!

i started looking for the 16x32 and no one seems to have them right now.

My wife bought one and im stressin now thinkin i aint trying to NONE of this

Thanks so much this was so educational and gave me good tips in preparation for getting a pool.

Awesome advice 👍. My Intel pool is coming the end of July. Glad I watched your video -- so helpful

This is a great video. Extremely good tips! Gonna follow these. Thanks.

Thanks for the great video lots to take in and oh so helpful 🙂

Great video thank you

Hey Bro Thanks for the Vid....I'm setting my pool up today and going to use some of your pointers especially the wood under the legs. Other videos did not do that Makes perfect sense....

Dude! Thanks for being so awesome! This video is perfect!!

wow- excellent advices! thanks for all the tips!!

I found this incredibly helpful. Thank you!

I just bought one in Canada, but I am putting inside of a hothouse.

Love this video! Straight forward and informative.

Thanks for the info. I'm new to the pool thing. I'll be putting up a 15 x 48 soon enough. I want things done right cuz once it's up I'm not taking it down. I am nervous about the upkeep part of it. Filtering vacuuming, & the pump.

Great tips! I setup the same pool last year, could of used these tips 😂 Well done 👍

Thanks for the tips bro, I just bought the same size pool!

Great video. Super helpful and honestly one of the most informative. Thanks!

Loved your video and thank you for all your great tips!

Great info sir & great camera woman!!

I love your video. Tfs

I’m an idiot and didn’t do my research on these pools and just ya know..” yes wife just order a pool and we’ll put it up” my yard is sloped and I had to have lots of dirt brought in to fill an old concrete pool…. So it’s up and of course the ground all around keeps changing shape, it’s all good I’m going to drain it and redo some ground , idk why I’m telling you all this😄 yours looks so good , just sharing my pain lol

Great pool!

Outstanding... Thanks for sharing, lots of valuable lessons....

Man thanks for all the great tips you rock!!!

Woohooo I think I might have to take dip in that clean pool woohoo great video man howdy from Texas.

Great tips. Thanks!!!

I watched your whole video thanks for the tips.. Subscribed

Thank you! We're setting up our first Intex pool ever and your tips/advice are greatly appreciated. I'm sure we'll still hit a few bumps along the way, but hopefully the process will be much easier now thanks to your vid. 👍

Oh nice. I like the sunshade idea! Def need to get a slimmer

good video. ..starbright mildew stain remover is also good at cleaning those top rails..find it in the boat section at Walmart..

I am subscribing just because you have a nice looking Ram!

Great video. Thanks for all the information.

I had a 9 by 12 Intex ultra frame pool for 5 years. Put an intex salt water system on the second year.Four years latter the salt had rusted the uprights and two of them broke off at the ground.Salt water system worked great but rusted all the steel frame.