Doughboy Pools

Doughboy Pools

They can last for decades.

Due to the strong steel or resin frames, Doughboy pools have been found to last for more than 25 years. Doughboy utilizes high-quality, durable materials that will keep your pool frame, pool liner, and pool equipment working for several years without repair or replacement.

Can all Doughboy pools be buried?

Doughboy manufactures the only above ground pool that can be installed completely in the ground. If your ideal backyard includes an inground pool, but your budget doesn’t allow for it – Doughboy has the perfect solution. Doughboy offers a wide variety recessed pools that are sure to fit your style.

Why are they called Doughboy pools?

History of Doughboy Recreational

During World War I, United States soldiers were known as Doughboys. In 1947, Domain Industries formally named their packaging machinery operation the Doughboy Plastics Division.

What the deepest an above ground pool can be?

The deepest above-ground pool available is the Intex 36-Foot by 16-Foot by 52-Inch Above-Ground Pool. The four-foot depth may not seem like a lot, but in the world of above-ground pools, it’s tough to find deeper floors.

Can I partially bury an above ground pool?

And for this reason, many people ask, “Can above ground pools be partially buried?” in hopes of receiving the best of both worlds. The short answer is that “Yes, they can!” However, there are some things that should be taken into account if you’re going to go down this route.

How long does it take to install a Doughboy pool?

Plan 3-5 days for pool assembly and installation. Avoid windy days. Before you start, check to see that you have the correct number of parts. Use your Parts List, which is broken down by carton.

Are Doughboy pools aluminum?

Doughboy does not have an aluminum wall option. Aluminum walls have proven to be the best, and last the longest, so how can you sell the best pool, without a good aluminum pool wall? Now Doughboy has some high-end resin pools. Namely their Saratoga, and Tuscany pools.

How deep are semi above ground pools?

There are various depths of SEMI-INGROUND pools from 42” panels to 60” panels, very similar to an INGROUND pool. This makes them much stronger than a typical ABOVEGROUND pool that only use a one-piece thin corrugated wall.

What is a stealth pool?

The Stealth Pool is a high quality alternative to a high-priced Inground Pool. The Stealth Semi-Inground can be buried up to 3/4 in the ground to create a sleek design in your backyard. You can surround it with a wood deck, or any landscaping material of your choice!

How big is a Doughboy pool?

A 52″ x 24′ round pool wall from Doughboy weighs 250 lbs, while a pool wall of the same height and size from the other leading manufacturer weighs just 217 lbs with a disclaimer that material thickness tolerances can vary!

Who manufactures Doughboy pools?

H.I.I., (Hollowell Industries Inc.) is the manufacture of Doughboy, Embassy, Lomart & CaliMar above ground pools. H.I.I. has proudly manufactured pools in the USA since the 1940’s. Their production takes place in a 660,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Arkansas.

Who owns Doughboy pools?

Hoffinger Industries was founded and owned by Marty Hoffinger, who in 1945 invented one of the first above ground pool filters. In 2012, Hoffinger Industries was acquired by its president, Doug Hollowell. Doughboy Recreational, a division of Hoffinger Industries, is still in the rubber sealing business.

How deep is the water in a 52 inch pool?

Wall Height

You typically fill a pool 4 inches from the top and have sand on the bottom so those pools actually held 3’6” of water. Many people wished they were deeper so the manufacturers started making 52 inch tall pools so that they would hold nearly 4 feet of water at 3′ 10”.

What is the largest above ground pool size?

Above Ground Pool Sizes

Most above ground pools are offered in two different shapes – round and oval. Smaller, more conservative pools are 12 to 18 feet in diameter while larger pools can go up to 33 feet round or 21×41 feet in the oval shape.

Can you get an above ground pool with a deep end?

Above Ground Pool Depths

However, many pool owners would like to have the ability to go deeper than 4 feet. Luckily, above ground pools can have both shallow and deep ends, just like an in-ground pool. Another pool option that is gaining popularity is the semi in-ground pool design.

What is the lifespan of an above ground pool?

The market average life of an above ground pool may be shorter than you think at about 7-15 years. However, when you buy from a quality brand and maintain your pool properly it will last many years longer than that.

Can you bury a Coleman above ground pool?

The short answer is yes, but the longer answer involves several conditions. Not just any pool can be buried, and not just in any area, and not just to any shape or depth. First, you need to make sure your above ground pool is built to be buried, as not all are.

What do I backfill a semi inground pool with?

The simplest way to backfill a pool is to put the dirt that was excavated back into the hole it came out of. This is also the least expensive option, since removing excavated dirt and trucking in more is costly. A slurry mix also makes a good backfill. A slurry mix is made using portland cement and plaster sand.

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James H. Sterling

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