How much sand is needed to fill it? *6/20/13 - Thank you everyone for your answers! I really appreciate it! After your input, I have decided to go with water instead..... it sounds like a LOT easier and doesn't make a huge difference. How much sand is needed to fill it? *6/20/13 - Thank you everyone for your answers! I really appreciate it! After your input, I have decided to go with water instead..... it sounds... » Read More How much sand is needed to fill it? *6/20/13 - Thank you everyone for your answers! I really appreciate it! After your input, I have decided to go with water instead..... it sounds like a LOT easier and doesn't make a huge difference. « Show Less
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It was a lot. I think 275. We built a funnel out of a milk carton top to get it filled.
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250 lbs. use a funnel with large opening at base and top, shake base often to shift sand.
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I used water. It was easier than sand. I had to transport it a couple of times. Really easy to empty. Just change the water every so often so it does not mold.
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Our dojo uses water in the Wavemaster XXLs...and none have cracked (with pretty heavy use).
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I only put sand on one side but either side is built to play and hold sand and/or water. I went through one bag this summer filling up one side over and over again. So doing both sides it would probably take less than 1/4 of a bag to initially fill it.
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I used 4 bags of 0.5 cu ft each of sand. Each bag weighed in at 48 pounds so that is nearly 200 pounds of sand. Nearly equal to 25 gallons of water..which weighs nearly 8 pounds per gallon. The guy that is using a 50 pound weight is really not securing his very well. One bag of sand and I could still tip mine over pretty easily. that was 48 pounds.
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Thanks.I should have updated this. We've been using less water and have been much happier with the results.\Anyone who is less than 100% satisfied should experiment a bit :-).-jpr
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Air is obviously easier. Some people have recommended sand, and that would work too. It has a filling port on the bottom that you can hook air thingy up to, or unscrew it to pour water or sand in it. Actually it has 2 ports, one for air in the main part, and another on the bottom if you want to put sand or water in bottom. You don't want want to fill it up with water, it would probably weigh 100 pounds if you did that! The port on the bottom screws on tight and is in-set so small children absolutely cannot get at it and get it off. My 2 year old has enjoyed it.
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Barb, did it occur to you that the advice you conveyed was less valuable than the time you wasted in typing it? Probably not.Let me clarify my original question for the Barbs of this world. Would someone that has the cup that came with the unit kindly pour water in the cup up to the line, then pour that volume of water into a measuring cup and post the actual measurement? The best measurement Waring would give me over the phone was "fill up to the line" which, without the cup, is about as useful as advice from Barb.
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No. Both can hold either water or sand. I've found it easier to just fill with water because it is just so tempting to pour water back and forth until you have a muddy mess!
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I have done both. If you mix in soil before adding water, you will need to add a bit more water to the soil but you won't ave to water as often after that.
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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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Yes. However, the question is really water vs sand, and water is significantly heavier than sand and way easier to put in. Between water and gel, the water leaks out easier. If the base gets moved often, cracks will develop, and in my experience cconcrete withe water added is the best option.
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The amount of sand used to level the pool depends on how level the ground is to begin with. Cut and fill to make it level if you're not afraid of work-- this works better than just adding sand. My ground was not level at all, so I spent much time and effort before the ground was ready. I hope your experience is better.
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A lot but don't fill up the entire base. Just fill up about slightly more than half, then the rest water. The wet sand/water mix is enough to keep it pretty stable for ordinary striking routine.
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I used water and it has worked out well. Just make sure you know where you want to place the hoop before filling because it can get quite heavy.
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We bought 200 pounds (4 bags) of "play" sand from Lowe's. We only put 150 pounds in the sandbox, saving one bag for re-filling later. I think Home Depot would have it also. Make sure you get pre-washed "play" sand, not construction sand.
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Thank you. I thought I read you use 20% less of this then sand. Our pool is 23,000 gallons, so I thought we would need 5 bags.
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If you live in a climate that can get cold, it is not a good idea to use water. you wouldhave to pour out the water before winter. The expansion and contraction can cause the plastic to crack and leak. I prefer sand for that reason.
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I filled mine up with 15 lbs worth of sand when sand started leaking from it. According to Bonita with The Little Tikes customer service (LittleTikes.Cares@littletikescare.com), she states: "It sounds as if you have to much sand in the base. Try taking some sand out. If you have any other questions please contact Consumer Service."Sadly, the instructions tell me to fill up the base with 40-lbs of sand.