Metal Framed Pool Base

Can I put my metal framed pool on a cement pad instead of putting sand under it?


Hi. A concrete pad makes an excellent base for any kind of an above ground pool. Just make sure you put down some felt pad, indoor-outdoor carpeting, or pool pad under the pool. Putting the pool on just the concrete would make the bottom pretty hard on the feet.

The level of your pad is another concern. Check to make sure it's level before going to far with the project. Not all slabs are.

Metal Frame Pool On Pavers

by Phyllis Jones
(Eustace, TX)

When I bought this pool I wanted to set it and not take it down this winter, however, we set it anxiously, and did not take our time! Over the course of the summer some of the legs have sank farther than others resulting in it becoming unlevel.

So I am going to take it down and take my time over the winter to prepare a permanent spot for it.

My question is, can I use 1ft x 1ft pavers to make a level concrete area for the pool to sit on? And if so, how many would it take to make an 18 ft area? And, what would be the proper way to set all that up so it's safe for the pool?




Hi Phyllis. I would start by making a 18' x 18' square. That should give you plenty of room to set your 15' pool on. 18 x 18 equal 324 square feet. That would mean 324 1 foot square blocks.

I would level the ground and install a 2 x 4 or possibly a 2 x 6 frame. I would then bring in some mortar sand and level it off. You can then set the blocks to be level with the tops of the blocks.

If you set the fame up level and level all the blocks with the top of the frame you will have a level pad. Once the frame is set you can easily lay a 2 x 4 over top of the frame and move it along with you as you are setting the blocks, this keeps them all level.

There is a very important reason to frame you area. You need the sand to level the blocks and you need the frame to hold the sand in place, without it the sand will wash out.