Intex 18' x 48" Metal Frame Above Ground Pool with Filter Pump

We love these pools and because we maintain them very well we are able to extend their life longer than the recommended time. Setting them up does take time and effort, making sure the ground beneath them is clear of pebbles, etc. and it is level. We rake and pick out stones and debris, then use sand to level, then lay a parge tarp over the area. THEN we can start setting up the pool. The chemicals are expensive, but chemicals for any pool are expensive. My guess is we spend two days on set-up, but not full days. We do take it down for the winter. We have been doing this probably over 20 years. We just bought another one for next spring and are guessing it will be our last one, if it lasts long enough, because we are seniors now and of course it is getting harder for us to get in and out of it. We have a pool "table" where we put our snacks, sunscreen, books, and towels. We have an umbrella so we aren't in the direct sun. We use the pool for relaxation and also we do pool exercising. We do wish the pool was made of recyclable material because we feel guilty about what goes in the landfill.