How to locate a puncture in an inflatable pool

Ways to detect punctures in an inflatable pool

After getting your inflatable pool ready for the summer season, you may notice that it is losing water. If so, a puncture in the liner could be the cause, something that becomes more difficult the larger the pool.

To test this theory, experts recommend doing the cube test. For this you will need a cube, of course, and a marker or, failing that, adhesive tape. Once all these accessories have been gathered, you must fill ⅔ parts of the bucket with water, marking the surface line on the inside. After this, leave the bucket inside the pool and mark, this time outside the bucket, how far the water level reaches. Wait 24-48 hours to see if you notice any difference from the markings. If this difference is greater outside the bucket, the pool liner has a puncture.

In that case, it's time to decide if the puncture is worth locating and repairing. Check the different components of the inflatable pool, such as the skimmer, the pump and the filter. It is advisable to clean the latter and check that once the filtration system is activated, everything works correctly. Likewise, feeling all the equipment will be useful to notice moisture where it should not be.

If, despite everything, you do not find the puncture, the experts suggest performing another test, the ink test. To do this you will need diving goggles, a syringe and a red food coloring. When you have everything, turn off the filtration system to see if the ink is sucked or not. Most likely, if there is a puncture, it will be near the screwed areas. With diving goggles you should be able to locate the source of the puncture.

Accessories to keep your inflatable pool in good condition

Once the most difficult thing is done, which is finding the problem, it's time to repair the puncture. To do this, at PoolFunStore you will find different useful accessories, such as the Bestway repair kit, which includes a tube of glue and puncture patches. Its use can not be easier.

Similarly, you can opt for a patch applicator anda fissure sealant.

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