Calculating Pool Volume
Before you can determine the correct dosage of any
chemical you're going to add, it's important to know
how much water your pool holds. Make all your
measurements in feet. Example: use 12.5 instead of
12' 6".
1. Figure out the average
depth of your pool.
(deep end depth) feet + (shallow end depth)
feet = _______ feet / 2 = (average depth) feet
2. Calculate your pool's capacity using one of the
formulas below.
| Pool Shape |
| »
Rectangular or square:
(length) feet x (width) feet x (average
depth) feet x 7.5 = (pool capacity) gallons |
| » Oval:
(maximum length) feet x (maximum depth) feet
x (average depth) feet x 5.9 = (pool
capacity) gallons |
| »
Circular: (diameter) feet
x (diameter) feet x (average depth) feet x
5.9 = (pool capacity) gallons |
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