preparing area

[PoolDoc]

I'd recommend getting it out, and running, before buying accessories.

They are probably available quickly, and it would be a bummer to buy them, and then discover that the pool has dry-rotted

[BigDave]

Small, gnawing critters seem to love vinyl.

[mommak]

We have had it stored in our basement in a large Rubbermaid container. Sealed with a lid. We had it in the garage to allow it to completely dry prior to storing it.

[Watermom]

Then, hopefully it will be ok.