Thanks so much for watching how we created our In Ground Stock Tank Pool and Hot Tub! Our backyard is truly a spalike oasis now. We can't wait to see how you guys do yours!

Check out the linked list of all the parts, tools, and accessories we used to build our In Ground Stock Tank Pool and Hot Tub. We also have a stepbystep blog post describing the same project at https://ditchingnormal.com/2020/06/st...

Essentials for basic Stock Tank Pool
8ft Stock Tank Check Tractor Supply or D&B Supply stores
Power Drill https://amzn.to/2E3lvxH
Arbor Saw (to make holes for Intex Pump) https://amzn.to/2WEo7Z7
Sealant (put around input/output connections) https://amzn.to/2WCdbeQ
Caulk 'gun' (needed to apply sealant) https://amzn.to/3fNpzAa
Multiinput Outdoor Electrical Outlet https://amzn.to/3fNLwiz
Intex Pool Pump https://amzn.to/3Ja6Myx
Filters for Pool Pump https://amzn.to/3Jg332w
Valves for Pump hoses (prevents backflow while changing filters) https://amzn.to/3Blg0WI
Outlet Strainer for Pool Pump (not included with the pump for some stupid reason) https://amzn.to/3oE9P8s
Chlorine Tablets (use 2 per week in 8ft tank) https://amzn.to/3BwXGK6
Chlorine dispenser https://amzn.to/3Q6l3OZ
Chemical testing kit (for checking PH and Chlorine levels) https://amzn.to/3PJNW3x
Solar Cover for 8ft tank (really helps heat up the pool) https://amzn.to/3cHyPsN
Pool Skimmer https://amzn.to/3vme3Wj
Floating Thermometer https://amzn.to/3PWIKJk
Flamingo Floaty https://amzn.to/3fNj9kn
Floating Solar Light (so cool at night) https://amzn.to/2WEstiV

Essentials for adding a Water Heater
Small Arbor Saw bit for hot water input/output holes https://amzn.to/2COgQiu
Flat Head Screwdriver (to connect black tubing to hose nozzle) https://amzn.to/32DZDD6
Hose hardware (connects to tubing) https://amzn.to/32JVihI
Tubing (carries water to and from the water heater) https://amzn.to/2ZLSQFR
Hot water input/output hardware (connects to tank and tubing) https://amzn.to/3eFXc5y
Water Heater https://amzn.to/2Qv7cYJ
Pump that carries water to the Heater https://amzn.to/2CTQc7I
Filter to prevent debris from entering Heater (connects to input hose) https://amzn.to/2WEltCO

Essentials for Putting your Stock Tank Pool InGround
Drain Pipe (encases trenched out electrical and water to the heater) https://amzn.to/2ZPZuuR
Shovel https://amzn.to/2ZMOjmg
Gloves https://amzn.to/2OICjfn
Wheelbarrow https://amzn.to/39c01du
Tamper https://amzn.to/2WDgcvp
All other details related to paver materials, visit https://ditchingnormal.com/2020/06/st...