How to Repair a Pool Liner

Repair a pool liner with vinyl repair kits.

Pool liners are found in all above-ground pools and in some in-ground pools as well. The liner is made of vinyl and separates the pool water from the pool walls. If the liner in a pool is not centered correctly, it can pull away from the top track holding it in place. A liner also degrades over time and develops rips or holes that, if not too large, can be repaired with a pool repair kit. There are two different pool liner kits--a dry kit for repairs above the water line and a wet repair kit for repairs under the water.

Things You'll Need

• Hot water
• Pan
• Dry or wet vinyl pool repair kit

Instructions

Putting a Liner Back into Its Track

1. Pour hot water from a pan over the liner where it has pulled away from the top rail.

2. Stretch the liner back toward the top track and rail as you continue to pour the hot water over it.

3. Secure the liner back into the track and top rail.

Repairing a Tear in the Pool Liner

1. Locate any rip or hole in the pool liner.

2. Cut a piece of replacement liner from the repair kit to cover the entire rip or hole.

3. Place adhesive from the repair kit onto the replacement piece. Rub adhesive onto the area around the damaged liner.

4. Apply the replacement piece onto the hole or tear. Apply pressure to the piece for at least 30 seconds to ensure the piece is bonding properly to the liner.

Tips & Warnings

• Avoid disrupting the repaired area by not swimming in the pool for at least 24 hours.

References

• Pool Center: Vinyl Liners