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24 November

How much Water Could A Water Tank Save You?

Don't miss out when it rains!

Rain Water Tanks are the single best way to cut down on creeping water bills and reduce waste. But how much water do you use and how much could you potentially gather? How big would your water tank need to be? Well We’ve prepared a few tables below to help you figure all this out but as always feel free to contact us today for more help.

We’ll start by figuring out roughly how much water you use per day so you can get an idea of just how much use your tank will offset.

Now that we have a rough estimate of how much water you nominally use we should work out how much rainfall you have the potential to gather.
We want to capture as much water as possible so we’re making the grounded assumption your tank will fill around 3 times each year, although this can vary with weather patterns and usage habits.
With this information we can work out the annual water harvest by multiplying the average annual rainfall you receive by the size of your roof in square meters and then dividing that number by three will tell us how big your tank will need to be to capture all of that water annually.

Taking the Recommended Water Tank Capacity you can check that number against any of the tanks on our website.

We always recommend picking up a 10,000L Water Tank with one of our Poly Pools as it will have enough capacity to completely offset water used in refilling the pool after evaporation.

18 November

Buying a pool is a large commitment and can seem daunting but at Polyworld we strive to make the purchase and delivery of one of our Poly Pools as easy as possible so you can swim more and worry less. But if you’re thinking about buying an above-ground pool, there are a few things you should keep in mind. So how do you start your Pool Journey?

Assessing the space you have available:

Our Pools are created from moulds and as such can’t be modified to suit customer requirements so it’s important to assess the size of the area you have available and pick out a pool that suits your situation, our Tug pool has the smallest footprint and space requirement of our full swimming pools and then following in ascending order are the Clipper, Cruiser, and Schooner.

The Tug and Clipper Pool are round, the Cruiser is a Rectangular Pool, and the Schooner is an Oval Pool with long sides and round ends. You can see the dimensions of each individual pool on their pages or consult these listed dimensions.

You will also need to make sure that the spot you plan to place your pool on is level and you will want to have a hose and water source nearby, as well as some tools to help with the filter installation if you plan to install your pump kit yourself. Most importantly, be sure to read and follow up on your local council pool fencing advice and requirements.

Consider wether you want your pool to sit above ground or be a partially in-ground pool. For any intended use either inground, partially inground or buried you must consult your hydraulic engineer, for installation requirements. – Failure to do this will void any warranties.

Please remember to account for the extra space a larger concrete pad will occupy for use with the Schooner or Cruiser and note that listed sizes are nominal.

Picking out a pool:

We have designed our range of pools to offer not just different aesthetics but also to suit different spaces, uses, and intentions, the Tug and Clipper Pool’s small footprint and round design are easily fitted into small yards and are the easiest to make your own with landscaping and creative decoration while the Cruiser and Schooner are larger and better for entertaining house guests and all of our pool options look stunning installed into a deck.

If you have any questions or concerns we strongly encourage you to call us at 1300 888 654, contact us on Facebook, or make an enquirey on our website and one of our consultants will be happy to assist you.

Whilst the footprint of our Poly Pools does vary the height is reasonably constant, most adults can expect to be able to stand in the pool with the water coming up to about shoulder height.

No matter what your needs are, one of our pools will be just perfect for you.

Affordability and Finance:

Our range of Poly Pools massively beat out our competitors on price point in addition to having superior features. We strive to offer affordable home pools that will last a growing family years without compromising on quality. We want to deliver the Summer you deserve.

However we understand paying for anything in a $$$$ price range upfront is not feasible for many budgets, to help with this Polyworld has proudly partnered with HandyPay Finance, with the goal of getting you swimming as soon as possible.

Purchase, deposits, and delivery:

When you’ve finished preparing a suitable location, decided on just the one, and looked into financing options you’re all set to order your new Swimming Pool. Get in contact with one of our friendly salespeople to start scheduling a delivery date.

We have a strong record of getting our Pools to customers just weeks after they place their order. For delivery we require a 25% deposit on all of our pools.

On delivery day you will want multiple able-bodied people to assist in moving the pool into situation.

The Schooner and Cruiser Pool require their steel frame to be assembled before being filled with water, which will be taken care of by our driver. From there you just need to install a pump and filter package, set up a ladder or set of steps, and… just add water!

How do you maintain an above-ground pool?

To maintain an above-ground pool, you need to do a few things. First, they need a pump to circulate the water and keep it from stagnating. They also need a filter to remove debris and impurities from the water.

We also recommend you clean the pool regularly. This means sweeping the floor and vacuuming the walls and steps. You also need to empty the skimmer baskets and backwash the filter. Finally, you need to test the water regularly and add chemicals as needed to keep the pH balanced. By following these simple steps, you can enjoy your above-ground pool all Summer and for many years to come.

15 June

Get ready for a lifestyle change.

As the summer begins, we’re likely heading to air-conditioned shopping centres for a respite from the summer heat and a last chance at buying that perfect gift for the family.
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19 July

Value for money = no loss of water + no waste of time fixing tank problems…

Time, money and water are a farmer’s three most precious assets. An issue that has been of growing concern to many large polyethylene water tank owners in both domestic and commercial situations, is the problem of collapsing tops and splitting sidewalls.

A band-aid remedy for collapsed rooves has been to insert one or more PVC pipes inside the tank. These have had limited success because during high winds, the rooves of the tank can lift, causing the poles to fall over. However, this can be a difficult task to fix once the roof has sagged. Firstly, half the volume of water must be dumped. Then, with considerable effort, the roof must be pushed up and the pole re-inserted. A further problem can occur when the pole/s wear a hole through the roof, allowing vermin to access the tank.

During the last 5 years, reports of splitting and bursting tanks have been on the increase. If you consider that most tanks come with some sort of warranty or guarantee, this should not pose a problem. However, the real issue is not whether the tank is replaced.

The problem lies in the risk of damage and/or injury that can be caused by 25-40 tonnes of water, chemicals or molasses escaping at a very rapid rate. It has been reported on many occasions that buildings have been undermined, and other costly losses have been incurred, without compensation.

With fierce competition now prevalent in the industry, prices have been forced downward. This trend has sadly had a detrimental effect on the quality of the products available. This has resulted in cuts in the amount of poly used to make the tanks, thereby producing thinner tanks. The thinness of the tank wall, combined with poor design, is often the cause of the above-mentioned tank problems.

The actual design of the tank plays a very important role in the performance and lifespan of the tank. It has recently become obvious that many of the current designs have major shortcomings.

Polyworld has put in thousands of man-hours of research and development, followed by meticulous tank engineering and design. The result is a range of tanks with a unique appearance, and an incredible amount of strength and durability.

The product range includes under-eaves domestic water tanks, transporters, chemical tanks and troughs in an array of shapes and sizes. Polyworld’s signature design can be recognized by the large block-type ribs on the top, which have been designed like a bridge. This is one aspect that gives the tank its incredible strength.

Proof of this strength is that two people can walk across the main beam without the use of support poles (a world-first for this size tank). As another strength test, the tank was tipped upside down. The roof easily supported the total weight of the tank without collapsing.

The other major difference is the rib design on the sidewall. A series of horizontal rolled, filled ribs, each 200mm apart, with a thickness of 15mm, has given these tanks a greatly increased overall strength, eliminating the risk of bulging or splitting.

25 January

We’ve compiled all the facts. Find out where that water bill is really coming from.

Knowing where the leaks in your water usage are will mean you can know how to save money on your water bill. South-east Queensland is going through a dry spell this season, so it’s important to save water. The infographic below breaks down the facts.

09 November

3 Harmful Things You Didn’t Know Were in Your Tank

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16 March

Disaster in India

Two cooks realised something was very wrong when children in a rural Indian school started collapsing. What doctors claim was organophosphate, a deadly insecticide, is believed to have been stored in a container that was later used to hold cooking oil. [Read more…]

16 March

As the mercury goes up, so does the risk posed to almost 100,000 properties across Queensland. [Read more…]

16 March

In recent years, we have all developed good habits when it comes to saving water. The tap is turned off when we brush our teeth. We time our showers. And we still feel guilty about washing our car.

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How Much Water Could a Water Tank Save You?

How much Water Could A Water Tank Save You?

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3 Harmful Things You Didn’t Know Were in Your Tank

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