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

We are turning a section of our back patio into a dream backyard oasis with a cheap above-ground pool! This week we are building a fence to surround the pool, mainly to cover the horrendous blue, but it also makes a great safety net for dogs and kids. This small area is already looking so good, but wee have a lot more to do to fully transform this space!
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[@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.

[@ps603]

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

[@Floar]

It's called being poor =)

[@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👌🏼

[@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.

[@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!).

[@user-qt2tu7bq2x]

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.

[@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.

[@sabitaramdeo41]

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

[@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! 😊

[@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.

[@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!

[@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.

[@gerriejennings2148]

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

[@larako7958]

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

[@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

[@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?

[@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:)

[@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.

[@bethanynorman1829]

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

[@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 🥰

[@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.

[@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! ❤❤❤

[@clce9340]

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

[@CarolineTeta-w8v]

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

[@paceva]

14:46. That’s the time stamp this young man proved to be a grown man. Wisdom

[@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.

[@cassandracamons380]

Thunderstorms turn pools green

[@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]

😅

[@georgewilmore7599]

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

[@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.

[@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!

[@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❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@karenwoodward7291]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@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!

[@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.

[@scottmorris4914]

Back patio 2.0. It’s looking good

[@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!

[@beth4170]

You guys are AMAZING! Love your attitude! Refreshing.

[@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...

[@sueandrews2476]

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

[@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'!!!👍

[@geryalan]

If only everyone had good work ethics like you two!

[@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.

[@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

[@gregwhaley4017]

Love your motivation and transparency!👏

[@user-de1ud8nd2o]

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.

[@JML542]

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

[@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

[@user-bj9oo8gc2e]

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

[@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”

[@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!

[@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.

[@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.

[@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🙂

[@sewingqueen11]

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

[@markduggan3451]

You definitely need a cover for that pool.

[@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!!

[@butterflyn8062]

Great tip about the lumber!

[@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.

[@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.

[@Incaensio]

Yay! So excited! ❤️

[@Woodbrew]

Hope you enjoyed it!🤗

[@Incaensio]

@@Woodbrew we did. We love you guys 🫂

[@robinfrady5257]

Sweet channel with a sweet couple. Let me tell you what changed my life a few years ago. I've had an above ground pool for over 40 years and battled algae and cloudy water until I ALMOST gave up. Hundreds of $$ in chemicals, all the aggravation and it seemed like I was swimming in a weird soup. I FINALLY discovered solar ionizers!! OMG! Blessed relief from all the bullcrap of 'getting the water right'. Very cheap too. Maybe $80 if that. I have a 20 ft. round and all I use is 2 floaters for chlorine tablets (sanitizer) and that's it!! I was stunned and delighted. My life got soooo much easier. My pool is literally crystal clear. You can read the date on a quarter on the bottom. Okay, with that being said, the ONLY way to clear water if you do get an algae bloom is to shock it and use a flocculent to drop the dead algae (follow directions on bottle). Don't try to vac to waste, use the syphon method and drain over the SIDE of the pool. You'll lose some water but its worth it. Dead algae is like silt. I do use a sand filter for filtration which does a great job. Do yourself a favor and get a solar ionizer. It is the bomb!

[@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!!!

[@conniekenny3829]

Sure would be nice to have a little dock on that pool, where you could hang your feet over the edge, maybe in a corner. Don’t forget about a critter ramp, many a squirrel and frog saved 😊.Great pool!

[@colleen6050]

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

[@kathyryan7635]

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

[@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!

[@user-dx6fw6rs7p]

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

[@paulafairbanks1558]

Good job! Enjoying your channel very much!

[@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.

[@kengroves49]

Nice looking project turned out very well

[@emd5095]

Nice job!!

[@lorenmeyer5290]

That looks so nice you 2!

[@SureHowDoYouKnow]

Thanks for this channel.

[@bonniemoore4056]

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

[@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.

[@peggyhaines7394]

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

[@Woodbrew]

Thank you! You too!

[@peggythomas2103]

When we did that, some shock worked great for that issue.

[@annastayja]

My pool turns green after every rain we get no matter what chemicals we use to prevent it. I think there's something in the raindrops. You are right though, we shock ours too

[@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.

[@rickvela9126]

Great job

[@rissykup]

I just fell in love with y’all’s channel. Can’t wait to see what’s next!

[@classicjetskis]

Hi from the other side of the pond... literally just stumbled across your videos and really love seeing you guys do these projects together... couple goals. Great work on the vids and channel.

[@TimothyBrewer]

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

[@W3_Th3_P3opl3]

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!! BABY 🍼🐥 YAY!!!!!!

[@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.

[@rachelmurphy810]

Very clever young man!

[@ncylee4]

You two are amazing.

[@1MarkKeller]

Cute couple, great channel! FUTURE GOALS!

[@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.

[@leonafaryna7617]

This channel is so fun to watch❣️🇨🇦

[@user-ho8qe7dv8s]

Another excellent video Molly and Dylan. Hope you had an awesome 4th of July.

[@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

[@FredMcIntyre]

Nicely done Y'all! 😃👍🏼👍🏼👊🏼👊🏼

[@gini8538]

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

[@stefmcclure9386]

Awesome job!