Above-ground pools built for real backyards. This is Summer Waves.

Quick Set inflatable pools, Elite Frame pools, filter pumps, and every replacement part you need — direct from the official Summer Waves Pool store.

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Our best-selling Summer Waves pools & essentials

From the 10ft Quick Set to the 18×48 Elite Frame — plus filters, pumps, and covers to keep your pool running all season.

Summer Waves 10ft Quick Set Pool

Summer Waves 10ft Quick Set Pool

Inflatable-ring pool that sets up in minutes — includes filter pump.

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Summer Waves 14ft Elite Frame Pool

Summer Waves 14ft Elite Frame Pool

Rust-resistant metal frame with reinforced liner — a family favorite.

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Summer Waves 15ft Quick Set Pool

Summer Waves 15ft Quick Set Pool

More room to splash with the same fast-inflate setup.

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Summer Waves 16x48 Elite Pool

Summer Waves 16×48 Elite Pool

Deep 48-inch wall paired with our sturdiest Elite Frame system.

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Summer Waves Pool Filter Cartridge

Summer Waves Pool Filter Cartridge

Genuine Type D replacement filter — clean, clear water every week.

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Summer Waves Pool Pump

Summer Waves SkimmerPlus Pump

Filter pump with built-in skimmer — pulls debris off the surface.

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Summer Waves Pool Ladder

Summer Waves Pool Ladder

Non-slip steps sized for 36″, 42″, and 48″ walls.

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Summer Waves 14ft Pool Cover

Summer Waves 14ft Pool Cover

Keep leaves, dust, and cool nights out — sized to fit your 14ft pool.

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Quick Set pools that inflate in 10 minutes

Our Summer Waves Quick Set pool line is the fastest way to turn a bare patch of lawn into a real backyard pool. Inflate the top ring, fill with a hose, and the walls rise on their own — no tools, no frame assembly, no weekend lost to setup.

Available in 10ft, 12ft, and 15ft sizes, every Quick Set kit ships with a matched Summer Waves filter pump so the water stays clean from day one.

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Elite Frame pools built to last multiple seasons

When you need more depth, more strength, and more swim space, the Summer Waves Elite Frame pool delivers. Rust-resistant powder-coated steel bars lock into corner joints, supporting a heavy-duty three-ply liner rated for 48-inch water depths.

Choose from 14×42, 14ft round, 16×48, 16ft, 18×48, and 20×48 configurations — every size ships with a compatible pump, ladder-ready hardware, and a repair patch.

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Genuine Summer Waves filters, pumps & parts

A Summer Waves pool is only as clean as the equipment behind it. Our filter cartridges (Type A, Type D, Type IV), SkimmerPlus pumps, replacement liners, ladders, and pool covers are engineered specifically for our pools — so they seat, seal, and flow the way they were designed to.

If a pump, skimmer, or cover from Polygroup Summer Waves ever wears out, you’ll find the exact replacement here — no guessing on dimensions or fittings.

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What Summer Waves pool owners are saying

Real feedback from families who chose a Summer Waves above-ground pool for their backyard.

★★★★★

“We bought the 14ft Elite Frame two summers ago and it’s still holding up beautifully. Setup took about 45 minutes with two adults, and the pump is quieter than I expected. Kids are in it every single day.”

Marissa T.
Verified Elite Frame owner · Ohio
★★★★★

“The 10ft Quick Set was up and filled before lunch. I ordered a spare filter cartridge and the 10ft cover at the same time and everything fit perfectly. Exactly what we wanted for a small yard.”

Derek R.
Verified Quick Set owner · Texas
4.5 / 5
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Summer Waves pool questions, answered

The most common questions we get from Summer Waves pool owners and shoppers.

What’s the difference between Summer Waves Quick Set and Elite Frame pools?

Quick Set pools use an inflatable top ring that rises as the pool fills — no frame, no tools, ready in about ten minutes. Elite Frame pools use a rigid steel-tube frame with a reinforced liner and typically sit deeper (up to 48 inches). Quick Set is fastest to set up; Elite Frame is built for longer seasonal use and larger footprints.

Which filter cartridge fits my Summer Waves pool pump?

Most Summer Waves SkimmerPlus and standard filter pumps use a Type D cartridge, while smaller Quick Set pumps use Type A or Type IV. The best way to confirm is to check the label on your current cartridge or the model number stamped on your pump housing. Our Summer Waves pool filter replacements list compatibility by pump model.

How many gallons does a Summer Waves 14ft or 16×48 pool hold?

A 14ft x 36in Summer Waves pool holds roughly 3,500 gallons, a 14ft x 42in holds around 3,900 gallons, and the 16×48 Elite holds about 5,200 gallons. Larger sizes like the 18×48 and 20×48 hold 6,400+ gallons. Always fill to the marked line on the liner, not to the top.

Can I replace just the liner on my Summer Waves pool?

Yes — Summer Waves replacement liners are sold separately for our most popular sizes (10ft, 14ft, 14×42, 16×48, and more). If the frame and pump on your Polygroup Summer Waves pool are still in good shape, swapping just the liner is the most cost-effective way to get another season out of your setup.

Do Summer Waves pools come with a filter pump included?

Every Summer Waves Quick Set, Active Frame, and Elite Frame pool ships as a complete kit with a matched filter pump, hoses, and one filter cartridge. Some larger Elite Frame kits also include a ground cloth, cover, and ladder. Individual pumps and cartridges are also available separately as replacements.

How long does a Summer Waves above-ground pool last?

With proper care — a good cover in the off-season, weekly water balancing, and clean filter cartridges — most Summer Waves pools give you three to five seasons of solid use. Elite Frame models tend to last longest thanks to the rust-resistant steel frame and heavier three-ply liner.

Your backyard pool season starts here.

Shop the full Summer Waves Pool lineup — Quick Set, Elite Frame, Active Frame, filters, pumps, covers, and parts — with the trusted Summer Waves quality behind every product.

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