{"product_id":"no-20-silica-sand-pool-filter-grade-screened-50lbs","title":"No. 20 Silica Pool Filter Sand, Screened, 50 lb Each","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .atb-product-description {\n    --atb-teal: #198278;\n    --atb-teal-dark: #11675f;\n    --atb-orange: #e37c3f;\n    --atb-orange-dark: #af5b31;\n    --atb-navy: #123f46;\n    --atb-black: #202124;\n    --atb-gray: #5f6368;\n    --atb-light: #f5f8f8;\n    --atb-teal-light: #edf7f6;\n    --atb-orange-light: #fff5ef;\n    --atb-border: #d9e3e2;\n    --atb-white: #ffffff;\n    --atb-warning: #fff8e6;\n    --atb-warning-border: #e6b94f;\n    --atb-red-light: #fff1f0;\n    --atb-red: #b42318;\n    --atb-red-dark: #7a271a;\n    color: var(--atb-black);\n    font-family: inherit;\n    font-size: 16px;\n    line-height: 1.65;\n    margin: 0 auto;\n    max-width: 1000px;\n  }\n\n  .atb-product-description *,\n  .atb-product-description *::before,\n  .atb-product-description *::after {\n    box-sizing: border-box;\n  }\n\n  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{\n    .atb-product-hero {\n      padding: 19px;\n    }\n\n    .atb-spec-table,\n    .atb-spec-table tbody,\n    .atb-spec-table tr,\n    .atb-spec-table th,\n    .atb-spec-table td {\n      display: block;\n      width: 100%;\n    }\n\n    .atb-spec-table th {\n      border-bottom: 0;\n      padding-bottom: 5px;\n    }\n\n    .atb-spec-table td {\n      padding-top: 5px;\n    }\n\n    .atb-ordering-header {\n      align-items: flex-start;\n      font-size: 15px;\n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"atb-product-description\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"atb-ordering-alert\" role=\"alert\" aria-label=\"Important ordering information\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"atb-ordering-header\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"atb-alert-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\n      Important Ordering Information\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"atb-ordering-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003e\n          This listing is for one 50 lb bag of screened No. 20 pool filter\n          silica sand.\n        \u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Confirm the exact sand weight required by your filter before ordering.\n        Due to the weight and nature of filter media, this product is\n        non-returnable.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"atb-product-hero\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"atb-eyebrow\"\u003e\n      Screened Replacement Media for Pool Sand Filters\n    \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2\u003e\n      No. 20 Silica Pool Filter Sand, Screened, 50 lb Bag\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      No. 20 silica sand is screened filtration media designed for use in\n      compatible residential and commercial swimming pool sand filters. The\n      properly sized media forms a stable filtration bed that captures\n      suspended dirt and debris as pool water passes through the filter tank.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Each bag contains 50 pounds of pool-filter-grade silica sand. Order the\n      number of bags required by the filter manufacturer's media-capacity\n      specification. Do not estimate the required amount using tank diameter\n      alone.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"atb-badge-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"atb-badge atb-badge-teal\"\u003e\n        Screened No. 20 Grade\n      \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n      \u003cspan class=\"atb-badge atb-badge-orange\"\u003e\n        50 lb Bag\n      \u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"atb-stat-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"atb-stat\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003e50 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eBag Weight\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"atb-stat\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eNo. 20\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eFilter Media Grade\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"atb-stat\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eScreened\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eConsistent Media\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"atb-stat\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eSand Filters\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eIntended Application\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"atb-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"atb-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"atb-card-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e✓\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003ch3\u003eDesigned For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n      \u003cul class=\"atb-check-list\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eResidential in-ground pool sand filters\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eAbove-ground pool sand filters\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eCompatible commercial sand-filter systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eComplete media changes and filter servicing\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eFilters specifically requiring No. 20 silica sand\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"atb-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"atb-card-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e◎\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003ch3\u003eProduct Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n      \u003cul class=\"atb-check-list\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eScreened for appropriate filter-media consistency\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eCreates a stable filtration bed inside the tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eSupports effective removal of suspended debris\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eCan be cleaned through normal filter backwashing\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eConvenient 50 lb bag for quantity planning\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"atb-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"atb-section-title\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003ctable class=\"atb-spec-table\"\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eNo. 20 Silica Pool Filter Sand\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eSwimming pool sand-filter media\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMedia Grade\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eNo. 20 silica sand\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProcessing\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eScreened\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBag Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e50 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eQuantity Included\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eOne bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTypical Industry Particle Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e\n            Approximately 0.018 to 0.022 inches, or 0.45 to 0.55 mm.\n            Confirm the requirements printed in the filter manual.\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePrimary Application\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eCompatible swimming pool sand filters\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSuitable Filter Types\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e\n            Sand filters specifically designed for No. 20 silica media\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNot Intended For\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e\n            Cartridge filters, diatomaceous-earth filters, play areas,\n            sandboxes, abrasive blasting or masonry applications\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eReturn Eligibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNon-returnable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"atb-quantity-box\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eHow Many 50 lb Bags Do I Need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Locate the required sand weight on the filter label, owner's manual or\n      manufacturer specification sheet. Divide that number by 50 and round up\n      to the next full bag when necessary.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"atb-formula\"\u003e\n      Required Sand Weight ÷ 50 = Number of Bags\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003ctable class=\"atb-quantity-table\"\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eFilter Sand Requirement\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e50 lb Bags Required\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e50 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e1 bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e100 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e2 bags\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e150 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e3 bags\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e200 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e4 bags\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e250 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e5 bags\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e300 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e6 bags\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e350 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e7 bags\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e400 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e8 bags\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e500 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e10 bags\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e600 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e12 bags\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"atb-note\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eExample:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      A filter requiring 225 pounds of sand needs five 50-pound bags. Four\n      bags would provide only 200 pounds, while five bags provide up to\n      250 pounds. Add only the amount specified by the filter manufacturer.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"atb-installation-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"atb-box-label\"\u003eInstallation Guidance\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003eProtect the Filter Laterals During Filling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Shut off and disconnect power to the circulation pump before servicing\n      the filter. Fully relieve filter pressure and follow the filter\n      manufacturer's disassembly instructions.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cul class=\"atb-check-list\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eInspect the standpipe, hub and laterals for damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003ePosition the standpipe as directed by the filter manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eCover the open standpipe to keep sand out of the plumbing\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAdd water to the empty tank before pouring in the sand\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003ePour the media slowly to reduce the risk of lateral damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAdd only the exact weight specified for the filter model\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eClean sand from the tank opening and sealing surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eReassemble the valve and tank according to the manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eBackwash and rinse before returning the valve to Filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"atb-note\"\u003e\n      Always turn the pump off before moving a multiport valve handle. Changing\n      valve positions while the pump is operating may damage the valve or\n      create an unsafe pressure condition.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"atb-safety-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"atb-warning-label\"\u003eSilica Dust Safety\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003eAvoid Creating or Breathing Airborne Dust\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Silica sand can produce airborne dust during handling. Open and pour the\n      bag carefully in a well-ventilated area. Avoid dropping the bag,\n      dry-sweeping spilled material or using compressed air to clean it up.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Avoid breathing dust and prevent contact with the eyes. Review the\n      product packaging and applicable safety data before handling. Use\n      appropriate eye protection, dust controls and respiratory protection\n      when required by the product label, work conditions or applicable\n      regulations.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"atb-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"atb-section-title\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails class=\"atb-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003e\n        What is No. 20 silica pool filter sand?\n      \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"atb-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          No. 20 silica sand is screened granular media used inside compatible\n          swimming pool sand filters. Water passes through the sand bed, where\n          suspended dirt and debris are captured before the water returns to\n          the pool.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails class=\"atb-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003e\n        How much sand is included in this listing?\n      \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"atb-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          This listing includes one 50-pound bag. Increase the Shopify order\n          quantity to purchase additional bags.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails class=\"atb-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003e\n        How do I know how many bags my filter requires?\n      \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"atb-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Check the filter's model label or owner's manual for its required\n          media weight. Divide the required weight by 50 to calculate the\n          number of bags. Round up when the result is not a whole number, but\n          add only the specified weight to the tank.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails class=\"atb-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003e\n        Can I use regular play sand in my pool filter?\n      \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"atb-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          No. Play sand and general-purpose sand may contain particles that\n          are too fine, too coarse or inconsistently sized for the filter.\n          Use only the media grade specified by the filter manufacturer.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails class=\"atb-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003e\n        Can this be used in any brand of sand filter?\n      \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"atb-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          It may be used in filters whose manufacturer specifically requires\n          No. 20 silica sand. Confirm the required media type, particle range\n          and total fill weight before ordering.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails class=\"atb-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003e\n        Can this sand be used in a cartridge or DE filter?\n      \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"atb-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          No. Cartridge and diatomaceous-earth filters use different\n          filtration systems and do not accept a sand bed. This media is\n          intended only for compatible sand filters.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails class=\"atb-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003e\n        Should I fill the filter tank completely with sand?\n      \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"atb-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          No. Add only the specified media weight. The open area above the sand\n          bed is required for proper water distribution and expansion of the\n          media during backwashing.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails class=\"atb-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003e\n        Why is water added to the tank before the sand?\n      \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"atb-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Adding water cushions the sand as it enters the tank and helps reduce\n          the risk of damaging the internal laterals or underdrain assembly.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails class=\"atb-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003e\n        Do I need to backwash new filter sand?\n      \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"atb-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Yes. Follow the filter manufacturer's startup procedure, which\n          typically includes an initial backwash followed by a rinse cycle\n          before placing the valve in the Filter position.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails class=\"atb-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003e\n        Is pool filter sand returnable?\n      \u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"atb-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          No. This heavy filtration-media product is non-returnable. Confirm\n          the required media type and quantity before placing the order.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"atb-support-box\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eNot Sure How Much Filter Sand You Need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Locate the manufacturer, filter model number and required media weight\n      before ordering. 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