Should a New Pool Liner Has Wrinkles?

A liner is very thin, and when it's initially installed, it's not uncommon to have some wrinkles in the pool. Wrinkles can also develop slowly over time, which is unfortunately true for both pools and people.

Is it normal to have wrinkles in pool liner?

The most common cause of wrinkles in the pool liner is excessive water in the soil around the pool. A high water table can cause the liner to lift like a balloon from the floor of the pool. And when the groundwater recedes, the liner won't return to its previous position, so wrinkles will develop.

How tight should a pool liner be?

PRO TIP: Liners are made to be carefully stretched up to approximately three feet. Don't panic if you checked your label for correct sizing and it still seems like your liner is too small or doesn't have enough material to make it around your pool.