📌 Key Specs
- Brand: Bestway Hydrium
- Size: 18 ft diameter × 52 in depth
- Water capacity: ~7,192 gallons (27,200 L)
- Structure: Full galvanized steel wall + top rail system
- Liner: UV-resistant PVC “Prismatic/Wavescape” liner
- Shape: Round
- Max occupancy: ~6–7 people
- Weight (empty): ~450–500 lbs range
🧱 Build & Design
- Heavy-duty galvanized steel wall (rust-resistant coating)
- Reinforced top ledge and support rails
- Thick UV-protected liner designed for long seasonal exposure
- Designed as a semi-permanent pool (can stay installed year-round)
This is a step up from:
- Intex/Bestway frame pools (pole-based)
- Inflatable pools (temporary use)
⚙️ What’s included (typical set)
Most Hydrium kits come with:
- Sand filter pump (~1,500–1,600 GPH range)
- Ladder
- Ground cloth
- Pool cover
- Surface skimmer
- Chemical dispenser (ChemConnect style)
🌊 Performance
- Good for daily swimming in hot climates
- Strong wall structure handles long water pressure loads
- Designed for frequent seasonal use (summer + extended seasons)
- Better stability than frame pools in wind and heat
👍 Key Advantages
✔ Much stronger than frame pools
✔ Can stay up year-round (Polar-Shield design)
✔ Large water volume (~7,200 gallons)
✔ More “built-in pool” feel in backyard
✔ Includes full accessory kit (filter, ladder, cover)
