We Built a CHEAP Backyard Pool using an Intex Pool - Part 2

[@melindam4841]

Thanks!

[@Woodbrew]

What?! Thank you! This is incredibly generous:) This is the first time anyone has done one of these paid super chats on our channel. 😊😊😊

[@carolfuchs2774]

Just came upon your channel. I too have an above ground pool we installed 3 years ago. I'm 74. I found a KZbin channel called "Swim University". It has been very helpful in maintaining the balance in our pool. I ended up also taking a water sample to a pool store where they tested the water for free and then made suggestions as to how to clear up our algae problem. We are not obligated to buy from them, but it was easier than trying to figure it out on my own. Love your channel and the work ethic you have. You are so young and on your way to good things. Keep up the good work and enjoy life.

[@Ariadne626]

Ty

[@linuxpenguin823]

2nd for @SwimUniversity Looks like you let the chlorine/bleach burn off, and had an algae bloom. There is a lot to learn, but once you get the basics down it's pretty easy. Make sure your PH is properly balanced, then make sure you've added enough CYA (stabilizer) to ensure that the sun doesn't burn off the chrlorine/bleach you add. To manage the sanitizer portion, I've been using chlorine pucks instead this year, and it's more expensive but super easy. Also, a cheap little sand filter is going to work a lot better than that cheap cartrige filter that comes with the pool.

[@ladilondon1213]

FB has an above ground pool group and they really help a lot.

[@stephaniejohansen1600]

You two are great role models for people of your age! To learn as you go and be humble enough to admit when you do something wrong is remarkable.

[@tamaramorris6738]

It is very smart to buy an inexpensive pool. It doesn’t raise your taxes and you could replace it every year. The important thing is to get wet and relax.

[@Woodbrew]

Yup👌🏼

[@ps603]

Having been "DIY when we were younger, so glad to see young people still doing it. Impressive.

[@Floar]

It's called being poor =)

[@momkatmax]

​@Floar You got that right. When we were first married, the bathroom watertrap failed, of course late at night. I grabbed a new one in the toolbox, the plumbing tape, and tools and set to it. My husband stood there being the scrub nurse, "adjustable wrench please, tape," with a slightly bemused look. I was in a zone, kind of frustrated because it ALWAYS happens late at night. Done and dusted, I looked up at him and he said "My ex wife would have spent all this time having an anxiety attack, blaming me for the leak". We both started laughing and I said "I grew up poor and fix things".

[@vincentcozza99]

Your face when you saw the water green was PRICELESS!!! It's probably from the rain water because acid in rain changes the pool water. How much is admission to come over and swim lol. Enjoy yourselves!!! Peace

[@tjammer7187]

@@vincentcozza99 agreed! Try shocking the pool right after a heavy rain or after a day of heavy use.

[@Woodbrew]

I'd be shocking it ever 6 hrs😅 Basically live in a rain forest here.

[@tjammer7187]

@@Woodbrew 🤣😂

[@michaelically7893]

@@Woodbrew Get the ionizer as I mentioned above and a lot of the issues will be greatly reduced.

[@bobbieevoy4332]

Agreed! The only time our pool turned GREEN was when it rained on a warm warm day.....but if you SHOCK the pool, it will be clear in a few hours.

[@H2Dwoat]

Hi, dude wear a mask when working dry cement and cement dust flies. You see what happens when you add water to cement, imaging your lungs (moist) and cement dust adhering to the lining of your lungs.

[@JML542]

100% yes to this! The number of channels where i see cement being mixed without proper protection is astounding (and worrisome, for their sakes!).

[@MelanieBanel]

Yikes! Great advice ❤

[@markd.lavallee9402]

True story dude

[@thisisnotmyname91]

The moisture is not the issue. It’s the silica dust that embeds into the walls of your lungs

[@cannaoilqueen]

@@thisisnotmyname91exactly.

[@flybywire5866]

Get a floating cover for the pool. A floating one is easy to put on it with just one person. It reduces the heat loss by evaporation, it reduces the amount of dirt going into the pool, and it reduces the amount of light hitting the water which reduces the algae growth. Get a flocculant. After adding it let the pump mix the water well, then stop the pump for some hours. That cloudiness of the water is a colloidal solution. The filter cant catch it this way. The flocculant agglomerates it so the filter can catch it. The pH must be around 7-7.2 for that to work. You can literally see it flaking.

[@FancyCheetahs]

We have had an aboveground pool for 37 years ( the same pool but several liners) . We have a DE filter, use trichlor chlorine (so the sun doesn't burn off the chlorine) and check the cyanuric acid level. After those 2 are at ideal levels, we use borax. Borax will raise the pH and keep the alkalinity stable. Borax will also reduce the amount of chlorine needed to sanitize the water. Test the water frequently.

[@sabitaramdeo41]

I love how Molly was helping you hold the wood from inside the pool, lol keep doing you guys.

[@bryanjm424]

The Intex C1000 filter is good enough for the size of that pool. Toss in a small float with a chlorine tab, keep the pH neutral with baking soda, and shock as needed. Good to go!

[@butterflyn8062]

Great tip about the lumber!

[@gregslair4278]

I have no clue how I stumbled onto your channel, but you guys are too stinkin cute together. You're never serious, you make mistakes, you own them and you guys seem to have fun doing everything together. Best of luck in all your endeavors, your channel, and most importantly to your upcoming baby. Which will be happy, healthy, cry free (hopefully) and raised by great parents who know solid work ethics. You've already taught this old dog a few things already, so much appreciated.

[@Zommee]

I agree with everything you said, 👍 very kind! 💕 I too don't know how I stumbled across their #1 video of the beginning of their project which then of course I had to come watch this #2 video,, but I am super glad I did, because they are very engaging, entertaining & do very good work! And, now I am eager to see the completion of their "oasis?" their #3 video or maybe even a #4? (if they don't complete it in #3, that is 😊). God bless to all 🥰

[@Lolosmommie]

Think about building a pool skimmer , get a vacuum/ filter all in one and a pool cover that'll help with the debris . You can get a lot of ideas on YT

[@paceva]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="886">14:46</a>. That’s the time stamp this young man proved to be a grown man. Wisdom

[@eCodEyTube]

I went to your videos to see if there was a part 3, and noticed your last two vids are the only ones that hit six figures in a long time. So happy to see the algorithm worked its magic so I could find your channel, and hopefully things just get better from here. Subscribed!

[@sallywasagoodolgal]

Watching y'all makes me feel pretty good about young people and our future. I see a lot of bad on the news, but then here you two come along. It makes me very hopeful, and happy.

[@cyndy7826]

We have an Intex pool for the grandkids that we put up every spring on a pad on our concrete barn porch deck. Just use a powerful enough pump to properly filter the pool water and add pool supplements to control the algae, balance the ph, and use the chlorine tablet floats. We change our filters every two to three weeks. Our water is as crystal clear today as the first day we put the pool up. We also put a pool cover over the top when not swimming to keep the bugs and junk out. Easy care, inexpensive, and so much fun! Really enjoy your videos!

[@IDontKnowIJustDo]

I would add that if you plan on keeping the pool - upgrade to a sand filter. SOOOO much less maintenance, and less garbage, and better filtration over all.

[@tnliz1448]

Would like to know where you purchased your lumber, and to tell you guys how wise you are and respect how you are not afraid of work. So many smart things came out of your mouth in this video.

[@shannonportner4778]

Love your pool area!! It's so cute!! Just a little advise if you add a bag of super shock to the pool a d let the pump run, it will clear up and always have a floaty with chlorine tablets floating! It should stay nice and clear🙂

[@larako7958]

you guys should be very proud. You’re very handy.

[@gini8538]

Use green to blue, works wonders to green water in a matter of days

[@jeannieappelhof1791]

Very nice looking setup you have going there. I really appreciate the do-it-yourself and fix it don’t throw it recommendations because I believe the throw away society we’ve gotten ourselves into has already become a major concern for our environment and our health.

[@davidketterer5519]

Tip for removing posts. Screw some scab piece of wood about 6" above the ground then use a jack to lift the post out lifting on the scab piece of wood. Depending on your jack you might need to use a couple 2x4 onto each other.

[@gerriejennings2148]

I think you are going to be happy, fun, wonderful parents. Best wishes from 🇨🇦

[@geohac2456]

so awesome. young couple actually working to better themselves, not waiting for a handout. looking great.

[@JTSA1234]

Not uncommon. And making money from monetized KZbin.

[@IDontKnowIJustDo]

What? A young couple not waiting for a handout? Just unbelievable! /s

[@geryalan]

If only everyone had good work ethics like you two!

[@SugarMeGliders]

Get a floating skimmer, a mesh bag and some Mr Clean magic erasers. Place the skimmer on the pool near the water exit to filter opening. I'm the skimmer place a small mesh bag with several COPPER pennies in it and a magic eraser. The copper pennies keep algae from forming and the magic eraser catches any algae particles that may be floating in the pool. Your water needs to be PH balanced to 6.8-7.2 in order for your pool chemicals to work and you'll want to shock the pool with half a pound of shock whenever it rains and once a week for maintenance. Do all these things and your should not have an algae problem at all.

[@dragnon8225]

So glad you cleared your pool. Pools are their own beasts and filtration is everything but chemicals are important too. The rain definitely turned you pool green by lowering the ph. Baking soda would bring it back and then a good shock. Good luck to you guys and I love your videos.

[@ThomasRandall-hb7ko]

Cement will cure under water and will be harder so don't sweat that I am a retired concrete Mason and seen a bunch of basements filled with water after the floor was poured without problems

[@karenwoodward7291]

I'm 62 and we always had to fix things when I was growing up.

[@annaromero6312]

I’m stumped upon your channel last week and was so impressed with what y’all were doing. It warms my heart to see a young couple like y’all making a difference to keep so much junk out of landfills. The knowledge y’all have and passing on to us viewers is so amazing. 🥰💕

[@Woodbrew]

Thank you:)

[@CarolineTeta-w8v]

Adorable couple, great team work! Keep it up. A good partnership equals a successful marriage.

[@lindaeshbach6494]

Learing how to keep the pool from not getting green is a learning process. You'll get it I'm sure just keep at it. Us the high heat doesn't help!

[@RinasAMaker]

I love that you first attempt to fix a broken item rather than jumping to replace it - the money you save by not replacing it can be put into savings. Instead of “buy used, save the difference” you just “fix it and save the difference”. Great job! 😊

[@onsapplikasies8620]

You two are great role models.

[@robertn2813]

Welcome back . Just a reminder to bleed the water out of your compressor so it doesn't rust from the inside out . I saw the puffs of water vapor coming out when you hit the trigger on the nail gun .

[@Woodbrew]

Yea, it’s so humid here that you have to do it none stop. We emptied it the day before this video.

[@tothehouse34]

What nail gun are you using in this video? Do you recommend it? What PSI are you running your pancake at while using it?

[@bethanynorman1829]

Frame looks great! Just get a large sand filter, and shock the pool.

[@gabrieledean8225]

Saltwater it is. The pool water looks like my daughters kiddie pool did after it rained one day, in 1989 😂. But I am seriously proud of you two! Just such a great job! ❤❤❤

[@denisejones1863]

I had a smaller vision of this type pool growing up as a girl in Oregon. Me and my friends spent hours in it playing mermaid and other games, going from side to side. Mine was on a metal frame and only 4 feet high as I remember it. Yet best part of my childhood.

[@peggyhaines7394]

I also just found your channel. God bless you and your beautiful wife and family. 🙋🏻‍♀️❤️🇺🇸

[@Woodbrew]

Thank you! You too!

[@cliff5240]

Laughing my head off watching Dillon pulling on that post with a tractor in the background :) Molly, you look beautiful as an expecting mother. You two are going to make great parents!

[@clce9340]

OMG, could you two get any cuter?! Such a charming couple. 🥰

[@gregwhaley4017]

Love your motivation and transparency!👏

[@shannonriggs8303]

I had an above ground pool a few years ago. 22ft wide x 4ft deep love love loved it! Until it rained for 2 weeks straight. It was uncovered for two of those days. Then i covered it. I shocked it and did everything I was supposed to do but it still turned green. I left it uncovered again for a few days before we were going to drain it. I woke up to Lilly pads and frogs in my pool. True story. A pool is a lot of work no matter the size. Your project looks great and I’m looking forward to seeing what all you guys do!

[@beth4170]

You guys are AMAZING! Love your attitude! Refreshing.

[@markduggan3451]

You definitely need a cover for that pool.

[@W3_Th3_P3opl3]

I just want to tell you guys how much I love watching you guys You guys are amazing and awesome and everything you guys build your ideas are spectacular keep up the good work but I would like to also tell you since you're pregnant I think that you should do a video to your baby and start talking to your baby as your belly grows Make little videos and tell him how much or her how much you want to meet her and you can't wait I think that would be awesome for you to have for the future. Games that we make with our children are so valuable.

[@MarkTEwing]

Isn’t life on the Gulf Coast just fun with our random pop up thunderstorms? Looks like you guys have a very fun summer ahead of you with the new pool!

[@j.w.c.9649]

POST HOLE DIGGERS... Always lay a good size rock near where you are emptying your dirt. Use the rock to smack the dirt down and off the blades. Just a hint from being on the business end of posthole diggers on the farm as kid. New to the channel and the kids and I love it. Y'all some great kids. Wish y'all well with the baby. I got 6 don't stop at three. They make great help later. Glad to see y'all started your family ealry that way you can enjoy them. Wish I would have done that. Good luck, The Culpepper's

[@melindam4841]

You guys are a great team. It makes me happy to see a couple doing the things together that makes them happy. Awesome videos.

[@JML542]

I love that you not only explain what you're doing but why and how. Thank you!

[@deborahconkle6822]

Oh my gosh,you guys are so cute! This old lady is just sitting here smiling from ear to ear.

[@sewingqueen11]

It is such a joy to watch you both work together. I love watching what your doing.

[@mavwrik4605]

Here's a tip. If you put the bottom of your grade stick on your desired elevation (top of fence) you can move the receiver up or down until it is on grade & the bottom of the stick is your elevation. You did not have to put a mark on the stick. The reference elevation should always be from the bottom of your grade rod or "stick". One more thing, probably not too important in a short distance like your pool fence, but if your plan is to use this laser on your shop build & you bought this laser used you really should have it re-calibrated. They can go out of calibration sitting on a shelf. Trust me on this, I spent 25 years calibrating Constriction Lasers & Survey Instruments.

[@georgewilmore7599]

I have a 16x32 I keep a floating chlorine dispenser and have no problem. Dump liquid chlorine in until it clears.

[@MarkPauley-s7y]

Great content does my heart good that young people like you to working together and make something on their own and can do the trades like wood working. Keep up the good work and stay safe and healthy.

[@famprima]

There is no greater joy in life for a woman than a good husband who is a master of his tools and had all the skills and talent to use them properly. Every pun intended, if need be. Shock bleach the pool!! It sounds really bad for the environment but on the amount of water and the time you will use it, it won´t be an issue.

[@jjc13183]

You really need to look into a copper ionizer for the pool.after struggling all last year with controlling algae blooms, We added a solar powered copper ionizer into the pool this year and we haven't had a bit of algae trouble at all, plus it cuts down on the chlorine needed.

[@michaelically7893]

Glad to see someone else making this recommendation. I had a Floatron and it was so worth it. People can't believe there is a simple solution that actually does what it says.

[@derechosky]

I just stumbled on this channel today, I thought you guys have been doing this for years. I'm surprised to see very few videos, I was sooo ready to binge watch your content. It seems like the youtube algorithm has finally found your channel, because I mainly watch travel videos and podcasts, to get this recommended to me is truly a treat. Glad I clicked on this vid. Keep up the great work!

[@coltonwilsonmacaroni]

Yes! I watched the first one and It was so good I subscribed and have been waiting till today to watch this! Good job guys!

[@Woodbrew]

Ahh so happy to hear that!! Thank you!

[@coltonwilsonmacaroni]

@@Woodbrew The pool water! Lol finished the finish what an incredible transformation! :)

[@Woodbrew]

😅

[@ryanpippin1283]

Keep digging in guys. You are off to a great start in this life. You do great work keeping the KISS rule in play... Love it!!!!

[@Woodbrew]

Thanks Ryan😊 I see your profile pic is the US Air Force. Did/are you serving? We greatly appreciate your service if so!

[@ryanpippin1283]

@@Woodbrew I served for 6 years 96-02. Thank you for your support!!! My two sons are currently serving as well. I love this country we call home. America is the greatest country on this planet.

[@IBeLieveInChrist07]

Super channel, such perfection and good work ethics. So happy also to see a young couple getting along when working together! I love to work with my husband,but there’s almost always a screaming match before the project is complete 😂. After 44 yrs of marriage it’ll survive,lol. Most importantly the best way to get a job done and have it las,t is to do it yourself. With channels like yours it makes repairs and building projects so much easier! Thank you, thank you❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@beccabardot1118]

We've had a large Intex pool. Ours looks like it has thicker lining but you guys will be surprised how long the liners last. Otherwise, they'd just constantly end up in landfills. We've had ours for about 8+ years and it still looks brand new.

[@thisbretthall]

My vote would have been for the extended "deck" to hide the pool rim and bracing legs, so that gap wasn't visible

[@sueandrews2476]

Well done guys! It looks amazing! Fun video to watch! Enjoy!

[@pamprier4710]

That's what I've always called "rainshining" - when it's raining (or just sprinkling) but the sun is shining.

[@donnaflynn9615]

Or a “sun shower”

[@Monica-gene1]

I like “rain shining”

[@mindyhall4638]

You two have really relaxed into yourselves in a wonderful way; just being your warm, wonderful selves and kicking butt on your projects!!! So impressive all that you get done!

[@DennyBalascio-l2l]

I really enjoy your channel, having become aware of it when you built the Murphy bed on Ambition Strikes. Here’s a hint on getting posts out of the ground easily and undamaged. Wrap a chain or strap around the post close to the ground and place an inflated tire next to the post. Run the strap over the tire and attach it to your tractor. Drive away from the post and watch as the tire follows the tractor and pulls the post straight up and out of the hole.

[@LisaCorneliusJourneys]

Looking great! We put up our Intex pool in the spring and take it down in the fall. Still going strong after 5 years. Each year we are able to reuse it just makes it a better deal! You might consider a vinyl cover. They are inexpensive, easy to put on and remove and ours has been a lifesaver for rain, leaves, etc. Keep up the good work!

[@ssr4656]

My wife bought a salt water system a few years ago for a pool we had and it worked great, we also bought a 300# sand filter because of past experience with the cheap cartridge filters. Great job guys'!!!👍

[@bonniemoore4056]

i’m a new subscriber and I am very impressed with this young couple a great video. I will continue watching.👍😊

[@kengroves49]

Nice looking project turned out very well

[@susannasmith2991]

We have the same pool (2nd summer with it) and I use the HTH app to help me keep up with the chemicals. It tells you exactly how much of what to add and has helped so much! We are in Florida and have 2 boys (8 & 5) swimming in it every day! No green pool for us this year! Love what you did with the fence!

[@michaelically7893]

I suggest you get a Floatron. Its a copper/silver ionizer and it made my pool care in central FL about 90% better. No need for a bigger pump or 24/7 runtime. I bought a timer and ran the small pump 12 hrs and used 75% less chemicals. The water was crystal clear didn't smell of chems. Do a search and look at their performance page. It is that good.

[@cassandracamons380]

Thunderstorms turn pools green

[@hrhplease9119]

Wow, great video. Thank you for the information about the lumber. I learned some new things and I greatly appreciate it. project looks wonderful guys. Hope you enjoy it.

[@scottmorris4914]

Back patio 2.0. It’s looking good

[@daniellesinger-e1r]

Nice job you guys😃

[@2crazyinalabama]

Just happened upon your channel and watched the last video and now this one. Looking good, but my (73 yr. old) OCD kicked in and I can't stop seeing that you did not check the corner support pool poles to make sure they weren't angled in. The corner pole closest to the privacy fence and new wall is in further at the bottom than it should be. This might sound nit-picking, but that's not what I'm trying to do. You two are a cute couple and I look forward to watching your other videos. Take care, Patricia Fort Payne, AL

[@rachelmurphy810]

Very clever young man!

[@joemanzo4453]

You guys are awesome! Thank you for mentioning about fixing things instead of just throwing them away and thanks for making things look at least attempt able! I’m subscribing now!

[@sulyco4380]

Thank you for so many great ideas. We love DIY's and you show how to stick to it, accept what happens and keep moving. This is lacking in much of our society now a days. We got a little floaty pool to start out with and yours gave us some ideas for the next one. Congrats and happy everything to you both!!

[@jenniferlinkous9444]

I was just about to say that it is starting to look a bit greenish, bigger filter...Sand filter and Salt water pool is what I have. This is my 5th season, never take down my pool. I have the Intex 20 x 52. LOVE IT!!! RAIN, very acidic and algae... Nice job!!!

[@kathyryan7635]

You two are great examples for others. Very impressive builds . I enjoy your projects and fun conversations!!

[@gregoneil3523]

We have the same 15x10 ftIntex pool, onto our 2nd liner (7yrs) now. Only 2.5ft deep, ideal for the grandchildren. Great pool, easy to heat. Good times ahead.

[@thaixgrrl]

This pool project brought me to your channel today. I’m excited to see your upcoming projects, and the result of your pool water troubleshooting. Wishing you all the best!

[@TheElectronMan]

Have had pools for the last 30 years last 20 years changed it to salt, it is the only way to go well worth the investment...

[@AndrewCSmith529]

Wow, what an amazing improvement you have made! This looks so good and inviting. I can't wait to see what else you guys have planned for this area.

[@Kara_556]

Fantastic job guys!!! Part 1 came up randomly on my feed and I couldn’t wait for this video to see how it turned out! You’ve definitely earned my subscription. And you have me seriously considering buying an above ground pool. You remind me of my husband and I when we were starting out. You’re just starting your family and our youngest of 3 is just turning 16 and the other 2 are adults now. We always have a project or 3 or 4 on the go. (Including building our barn ourselves as well!) You two work well together. May your future be full of joy, laughter, children and projects!!! ❤❤❤

[@SuperMetalFiend]

We built a porch and the worst part was staining it. After trial and error, we found the easiest method was to have one person apply the stain with a pump sprayer and the other person come behind and brush it in. The only problem is masking areas from over spray. Keep up the good work!

[@ramonar9925]

We used to have a large above ground pool and used a Solar Pool Ionizer, Come with 2 Copper Anodes. Found on amazon. We just installed the same size pool you have and will be using this in the pool also.

[@colleen6050]

I did a similar project. I had an above-ground pool delivered and a deck built around it.

[@Sticks005]

I love your content, I only just found you two a month or so ago but keep doing what your, doing your DIY projects are awesome

[@Rene-u7x]

I agree on you wearing a mask when using cement. A good friend of ours died this year from working with cement for decades. The cement destroyed his lungs. Where safety gear protect yourself

[@michaelmoss5976]

*Wear*

[@aaronsm03]

@@michaelmoss5976there’s always won

[@1MarkKeller]

Cute couple, great channel! FUTURE GOALS!

[@tjammer7187]

Use stabilizer in the pool. It helps to keep the chlorine in the pool. Shock it super hard!

[@TimothyBrewer]

I love y'alls videos. I love the way you two work together!

[@Ragecon87]

A lot of power companies use the foam to set their poles, it works surprisingly well and is useful for places you can’t pack in concrete easily. Downside is the cost is about double what the concrete would cost

[@momkatmax]

Green is a nice color! I never had a project that went perfectly the first time. I'm waiting on new upholstery material for my ottoman because the stuff I bought on clearance is SHREDDING as I apply it. The cats want the first try at that, not me.

[@itsROMPERS...]

I watch a variety of construction projects on KZbin and there's one thing that completely different from when i was young and doing building projects: No more hammers.

[@ChadsCustomCreations]

Looks great you two! Yes pool chemistry is a whole new skill all in itself. First year and winter was super easy. This year I am dealing with this dreaded yellow chlorine resistant “mustard algae”, every time I think I beat it it’s sneaks back in. Oh the joys of pool ownership 😅

[@donnaflynn9615]

Yellow Treat is the solution. You can get it at a pool supply store

[@ChadsCustomCreations]

@@donnaflynn9615thank you Donna I did get something called Yellow-out after my second attempt with it, many times vacuuming to waste, and keeping chlorine really high, I think it may finally be beat. Fingers crossed. 😅