How can I install an above ground pool over pea gravel?

Hi! When we had a pool installed, we were told how much sand to have delivered before installation. The weight of the water compresses anything under the liner. Check with your installer. Good luck!

Here's a video showing what is involved in installing an above-ground pool:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zr0ecjN5nc4

I think you might want the cushioning of a foam under pad to protect the bottom. Talk to your local pool dealer?

The proper way to install a pool

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SwOE6LMKbLM

Repurpose the gravel and use sand.

the pebbles will rub holes in the pool so either build a small wooden deck over the pebbles or remove and put in dirt

I wouldn't. You need to have sand as a base.

I think you need to have sand as a base. You don’t want anything under the pool that could puncture the liner.

This site has reviews of materials to put under your pool, if it is an Intex-type pool. The top recommendation is actually a foam mat: https://products.bestreviews.com/best-intex-pool-base

Gorilla Pads are pre-cut floor pads designed to protect and cushion the bottom of above ground pools. Unlike old pool foam padding, which can be easily be cut or pierced by grass, roots, or rocks under your above ground pool liner, Gorilla Bottom pool floor padding is impervious to almost any sharp object.

Hello Donna,

Speak to the suppliers or the manufacturer about installation! Could go badly wrong if you don't!

You will not want the bottom of the pool on the gravel. The wear and tear will end up causing holes quickly. Perhaps you can pour the area.

Here's a post that might help https://askinglot.com/can-you-use-pea-gravel-under-an-above-ground-pool

You may want to read this: https://www.shadebuilder.com/above-ground-pool-base.html