Make the most of your kiddie pool
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- čas přidán 27. 07. 2020
- In this episode of Sarah's Silver Lining, we'll discover some inexpensive hacks to extend the usage time of your backyard kiddie pool without spending more money on tools or wasting water by dumping it out when it gets dirty too soon. Find things lying around your house to use instead of giving in to more consumerism! A garbage bag to heat up the hose water, a reusable produce bag for a pool skimmer, and a bleach solution to keep it clean.
I didn't mention in the video because I'm still testing it, but I use a piece of craft fabric to soak up the sunscreen/oil. You could also use a new tennis ball!
And yes, I'm 37 years old, with no kids, and I have a kiddie pool. You gotta do what you gotta do to stay sane in Covid-times!
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I got this idea in my head just yesterday when I saw what looks like your pool at walmart for $30. I even bought me a floaty, too. I can float and try to tan and cool off too!! I haven't got mine up just yet, though. But I got the idea to look on yt to see if any adult was using a kiddy pool to lounge in!! ❤❤❤❤ Thank you for validation!! I'm showing hubby I'm not so silly after all.
I've had the same pool for 3 years and my kid is a year and a half old so don't feel bad. I got a chlorine float, 1 inch clorox chlorine tablets, and test strips for around $12. I haven't had a lot of issues with algae after I started using it.
Omg I think this video is soo underrated! It has helped me with every problem I had with our pool. Getting it heated, cleaning it, covering it… whew! You are the best! If you changed the title of this video you may be able to reach a lot more people who needs the same help as I had. Plus the video is cute❤️
You are so kind! I have not been keeping up with this account at all and had no idea there were so many views and comments. I'm so glad it's been helpful!
How do you inflate the pool? It did not come with any attachments and the entrance hole is large and there’s three layers. Help!
I have this same exact pool and had to buy a air pump to fill it with air. The one I got was only $10 at Walgreens in the summer section and it had the correct attachment needed for the wide opening of the air valve. It connects to outlet and only took four minutes to inflate all three air compartments. Super fast and easy. The brand I got was the BESTWAY sidewinder ac air pump 110-120 v and comes with three valve adapters and is often used for air mattresses and blow up pools or pool floats. Just google “air pump to fill blow up pool” and similar cheap ones will come up and are sold at Walmart, Walgreens, homedepot etc
I love how simple not-super-fancy you kept it. It's exactly what I was looking for. I don't wanna go to the shop n stuff so I wanna make do with what I have at home. Loved the chair come trampoline to the right.
Great video!Thank you!
Thanks beautiful I’m about to enjoy my kiddie pool too 🤗🤗🤗
Your solutions to keeping your inflatable pool clean are great! Cheap and practical... You're a genius!
I have the same pool please tell me your ratio of bleach tabs or liquid and amount of borax? I have look for the information else where and i cant find it. Please
How many 1 in tablets do you use and how often do you add more
Hi! My name is Kara, not Greg, haha, that's my hubby. I just bought myself a small pool, like an 8x5. I think your video is super cute and creative. Thank you! You did awesome!! 💚💙
Kara, you're so kind! Thanks for commenting, I'm so glad you liked the video! Hope you're enjoying your pool
This was so cute!!
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Just got one... how do you clean it and how often do you empty ?
Been looking on how to keep my blowup pool from getting slimy on bottom searched Google they said put a tennis ball in it and within an hour it wasn't slick anymore ...unbelievable really I'm shocked !! Gonna get more tennis balls !!
Are you serious??? This problem is exactly why I got on youtube - slimy pool bottom is gonna cause me to break a leg!
I will definitely try this! Thank you!
What are the dimensions of your pool? I was needing one that you could put a float in to tan
Hi Sarah, how much bleach do you put for this size of pool a cup?
I found the information online saying it's a 1/8 cup per 100 gallons, so you need to make the math according to your pool's size.
Thanks i was looking for just tings like this that fits my budget and looks like we can still have so much fun 🤩 thank you
How often do you have to change the water out with your method?
Cute video and great tips! Will you be using the same pool this summer? What brand is it? I'm looking at different brands for one myself. I also have no kids and I'll 55 in a couple of weeks so birthday present for myself! :)
So, I'm only 11 months late with this reply... LOL. I did use it again last summer, but I forgot to put blood meal around the perimeter to keep the darn Toronto Trash Pandas out, so they got their little claws in the side. I was able to patch it, but not perfectly, so there's a really slooooooow leak. Plus, I now have a baby! So I think this year I'll be switching to a really tiny one I can dump out every time I use it.
@@sarahssilverlining Congrats on the new baby!!! I decided not to get one though after all. But, thanks for replying!
How much bleach and borax did you put in? I have the same pool.
no borax just chlorine pucks (small in a dispenser). Water stays clean and clear for at least 10 days
I have trouble getting the fine dirt out.
I had that problem too tbh. Especially when you scrub it mixes it all up. Maybe someone else will reply with a solution...?
Do you know the brand of your pool? I've been looking for one that has good reviews but haven't had much luck. Seems like you've got a good one, though.
Looks like an Intex pool
What size pool?
How do I get stuff like loose stuff off the bottom without draining pool ?
I use a sponge to wipe up the grime that gets on the bottom and then the skimmer when it gets loose
What size is your pool?
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What do you mean you don’t garbage bags?
Just add hot water from the sink in the kitchen. Use the biggest pot in your cupboard to fill hot water from the sink and walk it to the pool. Just 10 minute of doing that and you have a warmer pool…. Rocket science
Add sea salt for a cheaper and more natural way to keep it clean
I'm so glad that works for you! I wanted a solution so I didn't have to heat water and lug it back and forth. Glad you found a solution for yourself
So and !???? After the first week … how long did the new water last????
I wish I could remember, but 4 years and a baby later, I don't recall. I don't think I ever kept it for more than a week at a time because I didn't want to completely destroy my grass, and the raccoons were a nuisance. I haven't blown it up for a couple years because of my toddler. Maybe this will be the year...
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What did you put underneath the pool?
I’m not sure what she used but we do three layers underneath ours: tarp, foam tiles and another tarp on top. That way it stays clean and there’s less chance of it getting damaged at the bottom.
Wish I could be in the pool with you mommy I love you ❤
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U need a step daddy for your pool?