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aussieta
aussieta
13 January 2023

Fibreglass v Concrete pool

Fibreglass v Concrete pool

do a search for fibreglass pools bleaching and the saga trying to get warranty

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aussieta
Jan 13, 2023 5:04 pm
aussieta
colebatchd
colebatchd
15 December 2022

Decommissioning pool?

Decommissioning pool?

Thanks - that's really helpful, and makes perfect sense to me. Much appreciated.

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colebatchd
Dec 15, 2022 3:23 pm
Pulse
Pulse
8 October 2022

freelance pool design and Engineering

freelance pool design and Engineering

https://www.wirrawonga.com.au/ pretty much the only people who engineer perspex pool windows too.

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Pulse
Oct 08, 2022 6:39 am
deuter
deuter
21 June 2022

Robot Vacuum Recommendations

Robot Vacuum Recommendations

All, I'am new to swimming pools, have an older style fibreglass pool at our current residence. I need to know about robot vacuums that are low maintenance and do are self…

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deuter
Jun 21, 2022 2:48 pm
build2020
build2020
5 May 2022

Pool tiles - white or blue?

Pool tiles - white or blue?

Thanks. I've seen the thousand pics online to compare. I was more after people's experience with white tile pools.

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build2020
May 05, 2022 8:19 pm
teryhos
teryhos
26 October 2021

In floor cleaning v Robotic cleaner

In floor cleaning v Robotic cleaner

Robotic cleaner is very effective. If you worry about time consuming you can find that one, which is right for you. I've recently bought a great pool skimmer which can…

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teryhos
Oct 26, 2021 8:45 am
wheeliworks
wheeliworks
21 February 2021

show me your pool, spa etc

show me your pool, spa etc
1, 2, 3, 4

Spa will heat to 40 degrees . Most people run 32-37 Cheers

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wheeliworks
Feb 21, 2021 2:26 pm
wheeliworks
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Brett0004
Oct 21, 2020 2:23 pm
GLO
GLO
18 September 2020

Pool Fencing with Boundary Fence Help

Pool Fencing with Boundary Fence Help

I have a question. Given that pool fencing needs to be 1200mm high with no gaps larger than 100mm but if your pool uses a perimeter fence, that needs to be at least 1800…

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GLO
Sep 18, 2020 8:41 pm

HI, I'm hoping someone can help identify these little things i find each morning in my pool. There's usually about 50-100 of them every day. They are about 10mm to 20mm…

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vc213
Jan 04, 2019 9:03 am
sxwallac
sxwallac
19 November 2018

Website with best practical info on pool fencing safety?

Website with best practical info on pool fencing safety?

Sorry to resurrect an old topic: In Victoria, if a boundary fence is closer than 500mm to the pool coping tiles/deck edge, then the fence must…

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sxwallac
Nov 19, 2018 10:38 pm

Has anyone painted tiles around a pool? The terracotta tiles we have are both ugly and VERY slippery! Anyone willing to share photos/experiences with me?

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ktotherose
Oct 10, 2018 1:18 pm
sxwallac
sxwallac
16 July 2018

Pool fence requirements for COO (not for filling)

Pool fence requirements for COO (not for filling)

Thanks Guys. We rented a temporary pool fence to be safe. We got the COO no problem (although that doesn't necessarily mean that it was all good: we just didn't get…

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sxwallac
Jul 16, 2018 8:24 pm
asheeshjoshi
asheeshjoshi
2 December 2017

Pool/SPA near easement

Pool/SPA near easement

I am in Melbourne, VIC. I was thinking that for an over the ground SPA, I could extend the decking around my alfresco area and then use part of alfresco for the SPA. I…

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asheeshjoshi
Dec 02, 2017 12:32 pm
asheeshjoshi
asheeshjoshi
29 November 2017

Outdoor SPA installation question.

Outdoor SPA installation question.

Thank you very much.

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asheeshjoshi
Nov 29, 2017 11:09 am
Agent_009
Agent_009
24 November 2017

Swim Spa 2017

Swim Spa 2017

I have read that the "swim spa" side of things can be a bit gimmicky. But some of the newer ones now you can get more powerful jets (and more than one jet). So I imagine…

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Agent_009
Nov 24, 2017 12:17 pm
Agent_009
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
22 July 2017

Liquid Blue Pools

Liquid Blue Pools

No. We did a Compass pool - seems OK. They have a Net site.

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Saint Mike
Jul 22, 2017 2:41 pm
Saint Mike
Dreamhme
Dreamhme
4 July 2017

Our swimming pool construction video

Our swimming pool construction video

Much Appreciated for prompt reply.

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Dreamhme
Jul 04, 2017 2:00 am
GFC80
GFC80
29 March 2017

Water Feature around pool area

Water Feature around pool area

Thanks Wheeliworks will check them out

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GFC80
Mar 29, 2017 5:44 pm
Aegean430
Aegean430
16 February 2017

Swimspa pre install work - recommendations Melb Southeast. H

Swimspa pre install work - recommendations Melb Southeast. H

Hi, when we installed a pool in our old house, the pool company did everything. This time around we're thinking swimspa & I've found the spa company only sell you the spa…

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Aegean430
Feb 16, 2017 7:19 pm
Aegean430
ayaman
ayaman
14 October 2016

TLC Pool and Landscape design- anyone use them?

TLC Pool and Landscape design- anyone use them?

Hi All, I'm looking for an 'all in one' pool and landscape design company to come out after my build is complete. I'd like to do pool and landscape all together if…

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ayaman
Oct 14, 2016 11:36 am
performancepool2
performancepool2
7 September 2016

Recommendation for Pool Builders in South East

Recommendation for Pool Builders in South East

We have our concrete pool constructed in Mornington Peninsula from Pools R Us. They provide us up to the mark services and even provide pool after services. They can…

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performancepool2
Sep 07, 2016 1:25 pm

Are you struggling with the design of your garden?

Are you struggling with the design of your garden?

I am building a Hamptons inspired home but I have to pic a certain number of natives for the property so I am not sure which ones would match. I am also not allowed to…

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Waldorf_Grange_Build
Jun 23, 2016 8:46 pm
Waldorf_Grange_Build
VivianN
VivianN
30 May 2016

Spa Repair Recommendations in Melb

Spa Repair Recommendations in Melb

Hi all, Does anyone have a recommendation on a decent spa repair / maintenance service located in Melbourne (preferably close to the inner north)? I suspect a possible…

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VivianN
May 30, 2016 3:30 pm
wheeliworks
wheeliworks
31 March 2016

DIY Pools..

DIY Pools..

Frank from DIY pools is a very genuine bloke . I do projects regularly with him .

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wheeliworks
Mar 31, 2016 9:06 pm
wheeliworks
cheltenham3192
cheltenham3192
31 January 2016

Remove Quartzon finish and tile concrete pool

Remove Quartzon finish and tile concrete pool

Hi, does anyone have an idea of costs to remove a Quartzon finish and replace it with a tile finish? Tiles would be basic colours, low to mid-range cost rather than…

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cheltenham3192
Jan 31, 2016 10:04 am
wheeliworks
wheeliworks
13 September 2015

Pool heating pump problem

Pool heating pump problem

Most common problem is a bit of dirt on or around the o ring on the basket lid ir the union on inlet to pump loosened a little

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wheeliworks
Sep 13, 2015 10:24 pm
wheeliworks
bradtregear
bradtregear
28 August 2015

Cool Pools

Cool Pools

We can highly recommend Monique & Jeremy who operate Cool Pools as a husband and wife team. With low overheads and no costly display pools they rely heavily on referrals…

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bradtregear
Aug 28, 2015 9:18 pm
bigniqiu
bigniqiu
14 August 2015

spa on second storey

spa on second storey

hi I installed a spa on second storey, while the builder put the pump on the external wall. I understand this is normal practice. But it looks ugly. Could it be…

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bigniqiu
Aug 14, 2015 1:05 pm
wheeliworks
wheeliworks
13 July 2015

Pool Installers

Pool Installers

Where are you located?

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wheeliworks
Jul 13, 2015 5:32 pm
wheeliworks
wheeliworks
wheeliworks
18 June 2015

Boundary fencing - non climbable zone 5

Boundary fencing - non climbable zone 5

13mm holes are to big 10mm or less is required . You can put a tapered fillet ( piece of timber with a tapered edge 67degrees) on the top rail . Then if top of fence to…

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wheeliworks
Jun 18, 2015 10:04 pm
wheeliworks
cheltenham3192
cheltenham3192
30 May 2015

Boundary pool fence in Victoria

Boundary pool fence in Victoria

Hi, to me it doesn't sound legal - but check this out to see if it helps. http://www.kingston.vic.gov.au/files/3a ... c_2013.pdf

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cheltenham3192
May 30, 2015 7:36 pm

A mini crane like this is available as narrow as 1100mm or a gantry as pictured available nationally from kenards lift & shift centres . Cost vardys depending on beam…

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wheeliworks
May 10, 2015 7:14 pm
wheeliworks
1rocky
1rocky
4 April 2015

any realestaste agents around? whats better concrete or FG

any realestaste agents around? whats better concrete or FG

i have a robot cleaner for my pool they are fantastic and keep the pool clean. and during winter i have a pool blanket as well. i have also just installed a solar pool heater.

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1rocky
Apr 04, 2015 8:04 am
BoostedVT
BoostedVT
19 March 2015

Pool & Spa selection in Victoria

Pool & Spa selection in Victoria

We are building too and planning to install a pool once we move in. We have shopped around and opted for a fibre glass pool (8 X 4) with…

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BoostedVT
Mar 19, 2015 8:21 pm
robbie55
robbie55
26 February 2015

Frameless Fencing DIY - anyone?

Frameless Fencing DIY - anyone?

If you happen to find them it might still be worth the freight charge. Whoever you use just make sure they supply it with the certificate.

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robbie55
Feb 26, 2015 7:35 pm
robbie55
Michelle and Simon
Michelle and Simon
16 February 2015

In ground Fibreglass Pool - Central Victoria

In ground Fibreglass Pool - Central Victoria

Hi everyone :) we want to install a fibreglass in ground pool before next summer. I have been doing research and checking out a few companies in our area (Central Vic -…

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Michelle and Simon
Feb 16, 2015 9:00 pm
pacsun
pacsun
1 February 2015

Experiences with Zodiac warranty service?

Experiences with Zodiac warranty service?

Had a rerrible experience with Zodiac on warranty. Only solved by taking them to court (Qld Fair Trading NO HELP) but obtained full refund and costs. Zodiac were relying…

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pacsun
Feb 01, 2015 11:02 am
Matt1
Matt1
23 January 2015

Sydney: Resort Pools and Spas update

Sydney: Resort Pools and Spas update

Glad I didn't end up going with them...

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Matt1
Jan 23, 2015 12:10 pm
Matt1
kassan1973
kassan1973
2 January 2015

Building Permit for Spa?

Building Permit for Spa?

have not seen this before, how do you ensure lock…

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kassan1973
Jan 02, 2015 6:25 pm
1rocky
1rocky
1 January 2015

Pool Budget

Pool Budget
1, 2, 3

robbie how did you go with your solar heating for your pool

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1rocky
Jan 01, 2015 6:49 pm
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
5 December 2014

Pool paving issues

Pool paving issues

I'm far from an expert - but - what has the cement base got to do with tiles coming away. Surely this is due to the "glue" they use to fit them - and the quantity used. …

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Saint Mike
Dec 05, 2014 8:56 am
Saint Mike
Agent_009
Agent_009
12 June 2014

Pool Coping/Pool Area Tiles - PLEASE HELP!!!

Pool Coping/Pool Area Tiles - PLEASE HELP!!!
1, 2

Ours is 2.9m wide to be precise. Can't fault the width....it's fantastic. We are looking to build a pool in our new house and even considering building the exact same one!

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Agent_009
Jun 12, 2014 5:47 pm
Agent_009
Sheilzy
Sheilzy
17 April 2014

Recommendations for Sydney concrete pool builders

Recommendations for Sydney concrete pool builders
1, 2, 3

We are planning to do the solar ourselves too, could you let me know who you are using?…

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Sheilzy
Apr 17, 2014 10:04 pm
Sheilzy
psyninja
psyninja
11 April 2014

Mel: ready to build my own house and want a pool builder

Mel: ready to build my own house and want a pool builder

I would highly recommend Pools R Us. They are also offering some special offers, you can choose as per your budget. Here you can request them for a…

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psyninja
Apr 11, 2014 7:32 pm
Ilias
Ilias
29 March 2014

Pool Shell Installed

Pool Shell Installed

I am hoping I can find some advice on this forum. We just had our concrete pool shell installed. As we were cleaning with hose and water all the dirt and dust…

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Ilias
Mar 29, 2014 11:06 pm
rellie
rellie
10 February 2014

Pools - Melbourne

Pools - Melbourne

You can also consider Pools R Us: http://www.poolsrus.com.au. Below are some images of their work: Hope it helps.

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rellie
Feb 10, 2014 4:33 pm
GeoffW1
GeoffW1
24 December 2013

Pool Water Maintenance

Pool Water Maintenance

, I just buy the Aque Therepe mineral salts, which are quite expensive for a small bag, but I do believe the water to be very silky and pure.…

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GeoffW1
Dec 24, 2013 2:58 pm
GeoffW1
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
22 December 2013

POOL FENCE HELP NEEDED FOR A NEW POOL IN VICTORIA

POOL FENCE HELP NEEDED FOR A NEW POOL IN VICTORIA

Yes - measure from outside - you are trying to keep people out - not in. We have a deck inside and could jump the fence if we wanted to ... :) Some of the nit picking…

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Saint Mike
Dec 22, 2013 10:44 am
Saint Mike

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