Easy Set Pool Foam Base

by Lainy
(Alexandria, VA)

I just bought a small 10' x 30' Intex easy-set pool (lay on ground - inflate top ring - fill with water = done).

I was planning to put it on top of 1 or 1 1/2 foam board pieces duct taped together (on top of grass/level yard as opposed to concrete) as you instructed in many other posts, is this the best way to set up these types of smaller pools?

I'm also confused about the pool cove and whether I can or should use it. If I only have an inflatable pool i.e. no metal base, should I still use this pool cove? If so, how do I keep it in place, attach it to the pool or foam below, and keep rain water from collecting in between the top edge of the cove and the pool itself?

Lastly, is there a place to purchase the foam board in pieces larger than 4 x 8 to eliminate some of the taping? Do pool stores sell this?

I apologize is this is a repeat question, I couldn't find any posts for such a small pool as this.




Hi Lainy. The foam board only comes in 4 x 8 sheets, to the best of my knowledge. I think they would make a great base for your Easy Set pool. Since they are going on grass, and it may not be completely smooth or level, I would use the 1 1/2" sheets. The thinner ones may not work as well on the uneven terrain.

You do not need the pool cove, it is only for steel wall above ground pools.

When using the foam boards it is important to use plenty of duct tape to hold them together.

Do your best to make sure your inflatable ring pool is level. When they are not they look like this in no time at all.