We have now already the 2nd pool in this series. Unfortunately, the old man had after 4 years of use, a number of small holes in the bottom of the canvas. But that was not because of the film, but on the ground. The pool is set up quickly and easily. At the head it would be beneficial if it had plateaued. So it's a bit more difficult for younger children to climb over it. We also use the non-originals pump but a sand filter.