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The pool water volume is the total amount of water contained in a swimming pool, measured in gallons. Knowing your pool's volume is essential for proper chemical treatment, filtration, and maintenance.
The calculator uses the standard pool volume formula:
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Explanation: The formula calculates the cubic footage of the pool and converts it to gallons (1 cubic foot = 7.48 gallons).
Details: Accurate volume calculation is crucial for proper chemical dosing, pump sizing, filter maintenance, and heating efficiency. Incorrect volume can lead to water quality issues or equipment problems.
Tips: Measure your pool's length and width at their longest points. For depth, average the shallow and deep end measurements. For irregular shapes, divide into rectangular sections and calculate separately.
Q1: How do I measure an irregularly shaped pool?
A: Divide the pool into rectangular sections, calculate each separately, then sum the volumes. For circular pools, use π × radius² × depth × 7.48.
Q2: Why is average depth important?
A: Most pools have varying depths. The average gives the most accurate volume calculation. Measure shallow and deep ends, then average them.
Q3: How accurate is this calculation?
A: For rectangular pools, it's very accurate (±5%). For irregular shapes, accuracy depends on how well you approximate the sections.
Q4: Does this work for above-ground pools?
A: Yes, the same formula applies to above-ground rectangular pools. For circular above-ground pools, use the circular pool formula.
Q5: How often should I recalculate my pool volume?
A: Only when you make significant changes to pool dimensions or if you discover your previous calculations were inaccurate.