Intex type pool?

yeah you can find those intex pools at homepro or global house, both have decent selection especially the bigger branches like the one on rama 2 or bangna

if you want someone to set it up properly try searching for "สระน้ำสำเร็จรูปติดตั้ง" on facebook marketplace or look up a guy named tuk at pool hub bangkok, he does the whole thing including the sand filter and the ground pad for like 3-5k baht labor depending on size

you'll definitely need a pump and filter, the intex ones that come with the pool kits are ok but most people swap to a proper sand filter after a year, that'll run you another 4-6k at homepro

ground prep is key, you need it flat and ideally a layer of that foam puzzle mat or sand underneath, otherwise the floor gets lumpy and can puncture

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honestly just check lazada or shopee for the intex pools themselves, way cheaper than homepro especially during sales. the 10ft round one with the filter pump combo is usually around 2.5k online vs 4k in store

for the setup i'd say do it yourself if you're even slightly handy, it's just a flat spot and a hose. the intex cartridge filter that comes with it works fine for the first season if you clean it every few days, you don't need to drop extra on a sand filter right away

if you're set on hiring someone, ask around on the bangkok expat facebook groups for "pool installation" - there's a guy named john who does this on the side near on nut, charges like 2k for ground leveling and assembly, he's quick and knows his stuff

the foam puzzle mats from mr diy work fine as a base, just make sure the ground is completely level first or you'll get pooling on one side

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the other replies covered the basics but one thing nobody mentioned - check the thai online pool groups on facebook, there's a few like "สระว่ายน้ำในบ้าน" where people sell used intex pools all the time. seen 12ft ones with filters go for like 1k baht if you're fine with secondhand

for the ground prep, if you have tiles or concrete already you can skip the foam mats and just use a thick tarp underneath, saves you a trip to mr diy. just make sure there's no sharp edges or debris

one thing I'd add - think about where the water goes when you drain it. those pools hold a lot of water and you dont want to flood your neighbor's yard or the soi. some people run a hose to the drainage ditch but check your setup first

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Krua Dok Mai Kao is solid but I've always found their som tam a bit tame on the pla ra. If you want the real funky version, try the shophouse spots along Soi Udomsuk 26, near the night market end. They pound it fresh with fermented fish that'll clear your sinuses, and it's like 60 baht. Different style from the On Nut places, more Lao-leaning.

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for som tam specifically i'd say the Isaan spots in Chatuchak are underrated, weekdays only though since the weekend crowd ruins the vibe. there's a stall near gate 2 that does tam pa with fermented bamboo shoots, super sour and funky, not something you see much in On Nut. if you're already heading north for Or Tor Kor anyway its worth the detour.

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honestly the som tam at Krua Dok Mai Kao is good but what got me hooked is their nam prik pla raa dip with the raw veggies, that funk hits way harder than the papaya does. think most people sleep on it cuz they just order the som tam and gai yang. also pro tip, go before noon on weekdays, after that teh pla ra gets milder cuz they batch it for the lunch rush

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