Make a DIY Stock Tank Pool

Before you begin, ensure the backyard area where the stock tank pool will live is perfectly level. If your yard is not level, build a raised bed following these steps. Stake out the dimensions with a string and rebar. Then, dig small trenches along three sides of the uneven side or slope. Measure the wood to fit the trenches and dig holes for posts. Mix concrete, set posts and let set for one hour. Last, screw the boards to posts, fill the area with dirt and tamp to level. Check accuracy with a level.

Before you begin, ensure the backyard area where the stock tank pool will live is perfectly level. If your yard is not level, build a raised bed following these steps. Stake out the dimensions with a string and rebar. Then, dig small trenches along three sides of the uneven side or slope. Measure the wood to fit the trenches and dig holes for posts. Mix concrete, set posts and let set for one hour. Last, screw the boards to posts, fill the area with dirt and tamp to level. Check accuracy with a level.

Before you begin, ensure the backyard area where the stock tank pool will live is perfectly level. If your yard is not level, build a raised bed following these steps. Stake out the dimensions with a string and rebar. Then, dig small trenches along three sides of the uneven side or slope. Measure the wood to fit the trenches and dig holes for posts. Add dirt and tamp for a level surface. Mix concrete, set posts and let set for one hour. Last, screw the boards to posts, fill the area with dirt and tamp to level. Check accuracy with a level.

Before you begin, ensure the backyard area where the stock tank pool will live is perfectly level. If your yard is not level, build a raised bed following these steps. Stake out the dimensions with a string and rebar. Then, dig small trenches along three sides of the uneven side or slope. Measure the wood to fit the trenches and dig holes for posts. Mix concrete, set posts and let set for one hour. Last, screw the boards to posts, fill the area with dirt and tamp to level. Check accuracy with a level.

Next, measure the total length of the raised bed to find the center point. Place a small metal stake in the center of the bed and tie a 4’ string to it. Take the other end of the string and walk around the perimeter marking the circumference as you go. Tip: This will act as the place marker for where the pool will sit. Then, inside the marked circle, add a thin layer of sand. Use a rake to evenly spread the layer and temper the sand to ensure it is level. Place a board across the middle of the sandy circle and check accuracy with a level.

Next, measure the total length of the raised bed to find the center point. Place a small metal stake in the center of the bed and tie a 4’ string to it. Take the other end of the string and walk around the perimeter marking the circumference as you go. Tip: This will act as the place marker for where the pool will sit. Then, inside the marked circle, add a thin layer of sand. Use a rake to evenly spread the layer and temper the sand to ensure it is level. Place a board across the middle of the sandy circle and check accuracy with a level.

Next, measure the total length of the raised bed to find the center point. Place a small metal stake in the center of the bed and tie a 4’ string to it. Take the other end of the string and walk around the perimeter marking the circumference as you go. Tip: This will act as the place marker for where the pool will sit. Then, inside the marked circle, add a thin layer of sand. Use a rake to evenly spread the layer and temper the sand to ensure it is level. Place a board across the middle of the sandy circle and check accuracy with a level.

Next, measure the total length of the raised bed to find the center point. Place a small metal stake in the center of the bed and tie a 4’ string to it. Take the other end of the string and walk around the perimeter marking the circumference as you go. Tip: This will act as the place marker for where the pool will sit. Then, inside the marked circle, add a thin layer of sand. Use a rake to evenly spread the layer and temper the sand to ensure it is level. Place a board across the middle of the sandy circle and check accuracy with a level.

Use a rag and paint thinner to clean the outside of the stock tank. Clean several times to remove debris and dirt.

Use fine-to-medium grit sanding blocks to add grain to the exterior of the cleaned stock tank. This will ensure the primer adheres.

Team lift the painted stock tank pool and place it onto the sandy circle. Then hook up the ground plunger valves, above ground pool pump and filter per their instructions. Then, check for water leaks by spraying water from a hose directly onto the drain ports to see if water leaks from the other side. Next, climb into the tank and use a small vacuum to remove any debris or shaved metal from the inside. Wipe down the inside with a rag and white vinegar to prepare for filling. Place a water hose inside the tank and fill until full.

Cover and tape the inside of the pool with leftover craft paper to protect it from overflow spray paint. Next, add two coats of white primer to the outside of the tank. Tip: You will need 10-11 cans of primer white spray paint for an 8’ stock tank. Let the paint dry overnight.

Cover and tape the inside of the pool with leftover craft paper to protect it from overflow spray paint. Next, add two coats of white primer to the outside of the tank. Tip: You will need 10-11 cans of primer white spray paint for an 8’ stock tank. Let the paint dry overnight.

First, thoroughly wrap the lip of the stock tank all the way around with painter’s tape. Next, tape two 8-1/2x11 pieces of paper together and place them vertically onto the side of the stock tank pool underneath the lip. Then, use a pencil to make tick marks on the top and bottom to indicate where to add painter’s tape for stripes. Once marked all the way around, place painter’s tape vertically along each tick mark. And place a small piece of tape in the center of the sections that do not need color. Tip: To ensure perfect stripes every time, add another coat of primer on top of each painter’s tape piece. This will help to seal the edges before adding paint to the stripes. Let the primer dry for one hour.

First, thoroughly wrap the lip of the stock tank all the way around with painter’s tape. Next, tape two 8-1/2x11 pieces of paper together and place them vertically onto the side of the stock tank pool underneath the lip. Then, use a pencil to make tick marks on the top and bottom to indicate where to add painter’s tape for stripes. Once marked all the way around, place painter’s tape vertically along each tick mark. And place a small piece of tape in the center of the sections that do not need color. Tip: To ensure perfect stripes every time, add another coat of primer on top of each painter’s tape piece. This will help to seal the edges before adding paint to the stripes. Let the primer dry for one hour.

First, thoroughly wrap the lip of the stock tank all the way around with painter’s tape. Next, tape two 8-1/2x11 pieces of paper together and place them vertically onto the side of the stock tank pool underneath the lip. Then, use a pencil to make tick marks on the top and bottom to indicate where to add painter’s tape for stripes. Once marked all the way around, place painter’s tape vertically along each tick mark. And place a small piece of tape in the center of the sections that do not need color. Tip: To ensure perfect stripes every time, add another coat of primer on top of each painter’s tape piece. This will help to seal the edges before adding paint to the stripes. Let the primer dry for one hour.

First, thoroughly wrap the lip of the stock tank all the way around with painter’s tape. Next, tape two 8-1/2x11 pieces of paper together and place them vertically onto the side of the stock tank pool underneath the lip. Then, use a pencil to make tick marks on the top and bottom to indicate where to add painter’s tape for stripes. Once marked all the way around, place painter’s tape vertically along each tick mark. And place a small piece of tape in the center of the sections that do not need color. Tip: To ensure perfect stripes every time, add another coat of primer on top of each painter’s tape piece. This will help to seal the edges before adding paint to the stripes. Let the primer dry for one hour.

Next, pour green exterior paint into a paint tray and dip a roller into the paint. Add the first coat to the designated stripe sections and wait until dry. Then, add a second coat for a bolder look. Once dry, carefully peel off the painter’s tape to reveal perfect green stripes.

Use an electric drill and 2-3/4’’ hole saw drill bit to make the holes for the pool outlet and inlet sets. The outlet hole should be between the two middle ribs on the stock tank pool. The inlet hole should be down at the bottom, to the left of the outlet hole. Once the holes are drilled, use a course file to remove any rough metal edges. Then, add the above ground pool outlet and inlet kits. Secure the outside of the drain with caulking and attach to the pool per instructions on the kit.

Use an electric drill and 2-3/4’’ hole saw drill bit to make the holes for the pool outlet and inlet sets. The outlet hole should be between the two middle ribs on the stock tank pool. The inlet hole should be down at the bottom, to the left of the outlet hole. Once the holes are drilled, use a course file to remove any rough metal edges. Then, add the above ground pool outlet and inlet kits. Secure the outside of the drain with caulking and attach to the pool per instructions on the kit.

Team lift the painted stock tank pool and place it onto the sandy circle. Then hook up the ground plunger valves, above ground pool pump and filter per their instructions. Then, check for water leaks by spraying water from a hose directly onto the drain ports to see if water leaks from the other side. Next, climb into the tank and use a small vacuum to remove any debris or shaved metal from the inside. Wipe down the inside with a rag and white vinegar to prepare for filling. Place a water hose inside the tank and fill until full.

Team lift the painted stock tank pool and place it onto the sandy circle. Then hook up the ground plunger valves, above ground pool pump and filter per their instructions. Then, check for water leaks by spraying water from a hose directly onto the drain ports to see if water leaks from the other side. Next, climb into the tank and use a small vacuum to remove any debris or shaved metal from the inside. Wipe down the inside with a rag and white vinegar to prepare for filling. Place a water hose inside the tank and fill until full.

Team lift the painted stock tank pool and place it onto the sandy circle. Then hook up the ground plunger valves, above ground pool pump and filter per their instructions. Then, check for water leaks by spraying water from a hose directly onto the drain ports to see if water leaks from the other side. Next, climb into the tank and use a small vacuum to remove any debris or shaved metal from the inside. Wipe down the inside with a rag and white vinegar to prepare for filling. Place a water hose inside the tank and fill until full.

Use a handheld vacuum to clean debris from inside the pool.

Team lift the painted stock tank pool and place it onto the sandy circle. Then hook up the ground plunger valves, above ground pool pump and filter per their instructions. Then, check for water leaks by spraying water from a hose directly onto the drain ports to see if water leaks from the other side. Next, climb into the tank and use a small vacuum to remove any debris or shaved metal from the inside. Wipe down the inside with a rag and white vinegar to prepare for filling. Place a water hose inside the tank and fill until full.

Make an outdoor trellis for pool accessories. Start by measuring the trellis to determine spacing for drilled holes in the fence. Then, paint the trellis white and let dry for several hours. Add hangers to the fence, place the trellis and enjoy.

Make an outdoor trellis for pool accessories. Start by measuring the trellis to determine spacing for drilled holes in the fence. Then, paint the trellis white and let dry for several hours. Add hangers to the fence, place the trellis and enjoy.

Make an outdoor trellis for pool accessories. Start by measuring the trellis to determine spacing for drilled holes in the fence. Then, paint the trellis white and let dry for several hours. Add hangers to the fence, place the trellis and enjoy.

Make an outdoor trellis for pool accessories. Start by measuring the trellis to determine spacing for drilled holes in the fence. Then, paint the trellis white and let dry for several hours. Add hangers to the fence, place the trellis and enjoy.

HGTV stylist Jill Tennant designed a backyard retreat with a stock tank from her local co-op, colorful cinderblock steps and a trellis for storage. Learn how to make your very own in just one weekend on HGTV.com. Flamingo pool float optional.

Paint standard cinderblocks a colorful pink using a roller. Then adhere them together with caulking to create a stylish, step entry point to the pool.

Paint standard cinderblocks a colorful pink using a roller. Then adhere them together with caulking to create a stylish, step entry point to the pool.

Pour loose gravel around the pool to create a deck. Level the gravel with a rake.

HGTV stylist Jill Tennant designed this backyard pool with a stock tank from her local co-op. Learn how to make your very own in just one weekend on HGTV.com. Flamingo pool float optional.

HGTV stylist Jill Tennant designed this backyard pool with a stock tank from her local co-op. Learn how to make your very own in just one weekend on HGTV.com. Flamingo pool float optional.

Add sunscreen and sunglasses to a hanging planter beside the pool for easy access.