Jun 19, 2025 · A slightly dirty sand filter works better at capturing and filtering stuff. Only backwash when your filter pressure raises 25% over your baseline clean pressure.

Jun 15, 2012 · After having new pool and sand filter installed by pool store two years ago, they recommended changing sand after two years. Purchased new sand and went to remove old. …

Sep 3, 2021 · The spider gasket can tear over time and allow communication between ports. However, is the sand coming out of the return jets to the pool? Have you tried to capture any …

Dec 24, 2018 · As seen in my signature, I have a 16” Intex sand filter pump. OBVIOUSLY I know the difference between the words filter and recirculate (one goes through the filter media, other …

Jul 20, 2022 · What is everyone's opinion on using a sand filter with glass media? Does it clean better? Has anyone had issues with glass getting back into the pool like sand does?- obviously …

Jan 18, 2019 · While most people know that a filter is a key component of a swimming pool’s filtration system, quite a few do not realize that the filter needs to be cleaned periodically to …

Aug 6, 2022 · Hi, I'm new to the forum, but have had a pool for 28 years. When my pool filter stopped filtering and my pool turned the color of dead algae, I decided to try replacing sand …

Jun 8, 2023 · The filter is a bit small for that size pool, but that mostly means backwashing more often. On the whole though a sand filter with saltwater chlorine generator is an excellent …

Apr 3, 2011 · Glass Filter Media - Vitroclean, Filterglass, etc.. Hello, I need to change my filter media and am considering going to crushed glass media. I have read about Vitroclean and …

May 28, 2019 · Filter sand will not break down, it’s a pool store non truth. It’s a quick way for them to make $400 or more. Suction out the existing sand, and pea gravel, remove lateral and …