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How To Select an Above Ground Pool Liner

WRITTEN BY: Inyo Pools

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The information you will need to choose the correct liner for your pool is

Pool Shape
Pool Size
Wall Height
Liner Type (Overlap, J-Hook, or Beaded)

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Step 1

Pool Shape - Round, Oval, or Custom - Confirm the shape of your pool; we stock liner for both round and oval-shaped pools. If your pool is a square, rectangle, or another non-standard pool shape, we may still be able to help you find a liner.

If your pool is not round or oval, fill out and return this custom liner form for a quote estimate of a replacement liner.

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Step 2

Pool Size - Measure the width and length dimensions of your pool. If your pool is round, you’ll only need to measure the diameter. For owners of an oval pool, the pool length is measured from the curved ends, and the width is the distance between the straight sidewalls.

If your pool size is not shown on this page, fill out the customs form for a quote, or send an estimate request to Inyo’s Liner Dept at upload@inyopools.com.

Step 3

Wall Height - Measure your pool’s wall height from the base of the upright to the top of the pool rail. The standard sizes are 48”, 52”, and 54”.

If your pool has a deep end that extends below the base of the pool wall, you will require an expandable pool liner. These liners use an overlap style which can be installed on pools up to 72” deep.

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Step 4

Liner Type - The “liner type” refers to how the liner is connected to your pool wall. The overlap folds over the top of the wall and is held in place by the top rim or a coping clip. The J-hook which has a molded lip that connects to the wall and the beaded requires a bead received to which the bead (thick edge) of the liner is slid into.

Step 5

Liner Thickness - Our liners are available in standard or heavy gauge.

Related Articles - How To Compare Liner Units - MIL vs Gauge

Step 6

Pick Your Liner Pattern - Review the list of liner patterns available in your pool's size.

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Step 7

Accessories for Your Liner - Now that you've picked out your new liner, it's time to consider accessories to help with its installation and durability. Here are the most common add-ons to go with your new liner.

Liner Lock - acts as a wedge to prevent the bead from slipping out of the receiver.
Coping Clips - holds your overlap liner firmly in place
Wall Foam - prevent rips and or tears from over-eager swimmers
Liner Guard / Floor Padding - prevent liner punctures from rock, weeds, or roots from the underside of the liner
Pool Cove - protects against liner pinching between the pool wall and floor seam.

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InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. Posted: 12/9/2014

HDANIELS - 36 gauge is a better liner. It is more durable and will last much longer.
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HDANIELS Posted: 12/8/2014

Which is the better liner
20 guage
or 36 guage
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InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. Posted: 8/13/2012

doglover - I wouldn't. Unless you have some way of keeping your dog from the sides, the dog will probably tear the liner.
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doglover Posted: 8/11/2012

can dogs swim in these pools without tearing the liner?
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InyoPools Product Specialist Dennis R. Posted: 6/16/2012

Shells - You will find out list of expandable liners at this link: http://www.inyopools.com/liners_expandable.aspx
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Shells Posted: 6/14/2012

I Have a 15x30 pool that has a hopper pool decends 3 6 and deep end has 8 feet, I am in need of a new liner and the company that I have used in the past does not deal with my kind of pool any longer. I need help PLEASE
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Anonymous Posted: 6/3/2012

Interesting stuff. Well written pool liner page.
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sweetbuns712 Posted: 6/11/2011

I am looking for a replacement liner for my Kayak pool, it is 16x32 with a 5 1/2 deep end. Do you carry them?
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Johnny Posted: 6/11/2011

My above ground pool is 18 feet one way, but 33 feet 6 inches the other. Does that make it 34 feet long or am I doing something wrong? I measured at the top where the metal surround is. Could it be leaning out and I need to measure from the bottom? Also I have the overlap liner and there seems to be trim that is falling apart at the top of the pool. It is very thin, and is breaking away. Whats that for and where can I get more?
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Hannah grace Posted: 3/9/2009

I love below ground pools & above ground pools.
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patrick Posted: 3/3/2009

I have not heard of alternative to a vinyl liner for an above ground pool. I would strongly suggest going with a heavy gauge liner which tend to last much longer. You can click here to view Heavy Gauge Above Ground Pool liners http://www.inyopools.com/liners_aboveground.aspx
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abrooks051 Posted: 3/3/2009

Has anyone ever heard of an alternative to above ground pool liners, such as fiberglass? My liner failed after 2 years and I would really like to have a longer lasting alternative to the traditional liner.
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