i would like to use this as a dino dig sand pit, would it be too big? we are using it in a park?can't seem to find those old school hard plastic pool
1342494
It may be better to wait until another time of the year to see if hard plastic pools come out. I would be concerned the plastic would be damaged easily with shovels and digging.
1342495
It's about the same size as those pools just taller. I don't know if it would be strong enough to hold sand though.
902862
As a matter of fact, I purchased this originally as a ball pit for my son. 200 balls fills it up about half way. 300 may be a little more than what you need, but it should fill it up near the top if you do. I didn't go higher than 200 because of the nature of what kids will do in it, displacement is inevitable.
334029
It's great for young kids. It's not overly big, but big enough for two small children. You can put it wherever you like whether it be in the grass or on cement. The material is your basic pool material meaning it's soft (not like the hard plastic pools). Oh and you do need to blow up the sides.
950891
Doubt it. I'm thinkin you'd want big tires for sand. This one is too flimsy tires.
891927
The bag is mesh, so it probably couldn't hold sand. You could try to find a tighter mesh bag.
1979042
I think that it would work for that purpose. Mine didn't hold air like it should have and I ultimately just tossed it out. I considered keeping it to use as a pool for our little one in the summer. You do need to be able to drain it where you use it... it will most likely just collapse if you try to pick it up to move and dump the water.... Hope this helps!
757741
It actually isn't recommended for a pool of your size according to the directions "mine too, 16'x48"", too small of a pool and too big of a pump, though I don't see how that could possibly be a problem in terms of filtration. Does not come with sand, you will need two bags of it, but not the complete 2nd bag, follow the directions and fill it to the correct line. I got my pool pump sand at Home Depot for under $5 a bag in the pool chemicals section.
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The croc is made of some sturdy material, but it doesn't have any cushioning properties to it. That said, the kids would come down the slides into the pools on either side, so i don't think there's much chance they'll have hard impact with the surface underneath. In other words, it's no worse that a typical concrete wading pool at a park. On the other hand, we've always set ours up on grass so i can't test my theory. Hope this helps.
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I have not let my kids put anything inside of it yet (other than toys they have thrown in there and we had to shake them out). We've had this truck for 3 years and my boys still love it, very durable. I am thinking since we've had it for so long that this spring I will let it be a sand box toy. But I think it would take a water hose to get all the sand out of the cement barrel. At that point may just stay a sand box toy.
1320098
I don't think it's a good idea. hard to make it level for such a big surface. the point to use this is you don't need sand level, so save you work and money.
1473323
the pool is soft vinyl floor with hard sides. the sides stand up as it is filled with water. if you put the sand deep enough, it would most likely work
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have you considered the hard kiddie pools? much cheaper. I have had one for 13 years, got it at Toys R Us. The rubber stopper finally broke off so now we use a wine cork in it....lol. The lab loves his pool and only drinks his water while standing IN IT. ours stays up all year.
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One bag play sand from Home Depot....but it had so many pebbles in it. We filtered out largest ones. Maybe someone else has better play sand. Do NOT use paver sand as this will harden when wet and of course it will with water so close. Sand from a garden center maybe? But... One bag was sufficient even after pebble removal. Enjoy your table!!
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Yes! We have it and it is perfect for the sand box! My kids use it all the time. :)
184042
It will make a mess. Don't use it on the pool deck. The ground is where it should be used and enjoyed
79871
It depends on location. If indoors I recommend water but be sure the seams of the base are totally sealed. Do not let anyone step on the base full or not. It will bust. If outdoors I prefer sand because of the heat. I have four if these 2in 2 out filled as I said. No problems at all. The water if used outside will evaporate and wind can blow the system over causing lots if damage.
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I would advise against using with dogs...a hard plastic pool is better, as a dog's claws and teeth and hard play could easily break this.