How Many Gallons of Water are in My Pool?



At Pool-Depot.com, we strive to make sure our customers have the best products at the best prices. But what good is that if you don't know what your pool requires?!

Knowing your pool's water capacity is essential in calculating the correct amount of chemicals needed to maintain crystal clear, clean and healthy water. Knowing your total gallons of pool water is also important in selecting the proper size filter, pump, heater, chlorinator and even the correct automatic cleaner for your pool!

Below, you will find common shapes and sizes of pools to help determine how much water is in your pool. And if you would like more assistance, we are always an email away!

Rectangle Pools:
Multiply Length X Width X Average Depth X 7.5 = Total Gallons of water

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Oval Pools:
Multiply Longest Diameter X Shortest Diameter X Average Depth X 5.9 = Total Gallons of water

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Round Pools:
Multiply Diameter X Diameter X Average Depth X 5.9 = Total Gallons of water

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Irregularly Shaped Pools:
Multiply Average Length X Average Width X Average Depth X 7.5 = Total Gallons of water

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