Patching Skimmer Opening

by Allen
(C.B. Iowa)

I posted question earlier on if I could patch the 6 inch by 6 inch hole... You stated I would need to have it empty and on ground.

I was wondering if it would be possible to do it with pool half full of water, well below the skimmer. I have some material like my pool to use as patch. I figured if I put one on inside and one on outside I was hoping it would work with the proper glue. Is there a good heavy duty glue preference??
Thanks again




Hi Allen. When I first answered your question I was talking about a vinyl lined, steel walled, above ground pool. I believe you are referring to an Intex type pool. In which case, the procedure might be a little different.

I believe my original advice about laying it on the ground, doing the repair, and applying weight to hold it in place while it dries overnight.

But it might work just as well with the pool up and about half full of water. I like your idea about patching both side, and of using the same type material your pool is made out of.

Any place soft sided pools are sold should have the proper glue for them. I have never used it, but from what I have heard it should work just fine.

Let us know how the repair goes, we could all learn from it. Thanks.