Rust Spots On Sidewall

We are considering buying a Doughboy pool 16x32. The owner claims it is 9 years old. While inspecting the pool we took the liner out and found that there are 2 rust spots the size of quarters on one side of the pool near the bottom.

They appear right now to be just on the surface. What can we do to prevent these spots from eating thru the wall and any suggestions of what else to look for while buying a used pool?




Hi. The rust does not look to bad, the areas could be sanded and painted over to prevent further rusting.

This page discusses buying a used above ground swimming pool, it might be helpful.

Used Above Ground Pools

The other places you need to carefully inspect are the bottom rails, the bottom rail connectors and the bottom of the uprights. These are three places where to much rust can make moving and re-installing a pool difficult.

I have no idea what you are paying for the pool, but from the looks of it, you should be able to enjoy it for many years to come.

Be sure to use this method of installing the new liner once you ready for it. Doughboy pools are designed for stretching the liner into place. You can do this with either a uniform depth liner or the expandable liner.

Expandable Liner Installation