Still running filter sand? You're leaving cleaner water and lower chemical bills on the table. Glass media filters 4x finer than sand, lasts 8–10 years and reduces your chemical costs. Pool Dudez supplies and fits across Gauteng East — one visit, done.
Here is exactly how glass filter media compares to traditional pool filter sand — side by side:
| 🟤 FILTER SAND | 💎 GLASS MEDIA | |
|---|---|---|
| Filtration particle size | 20–40 microns | 3–5 microns ✅ |
| Media lifespan | 12–18 months | 8–10 years ✅ |
| Chemical usage | Standard | Up to 20% less ✅ |
| Water clarity | Good | Noticeably clearer ✅ |
| Backwash frequency | Weekly | Less frequent ✅ |
| Eco-friendly | No | Recycled glass ✅ |
| Clumping / channelling | Can happen | Resistant ✅ |
| Compatible with sand filters | Yes ✅ | Yes ✅ |
Best time to upgrade to glass media: When your filter sand is due for its 12–18 month change, it makes perfect financial sense to switch to glass media instead. You pay slightly more upfront but then don't need to touch the media again for 8–10 years — while saving on chemicals every month in between.
From arrival to a fully commissioned glass media filter — here is what Pool Dudez does in one visit:
We fully inspect your filter before touching anything — laterals, multiport valve, O-rings and tank body all checked. We confirm your filter is compatible with glass media and identify anything that needs attention.
Complete removal of all old filter sand or worn glass media. Responsibly disposed of — not left on your property. Filter tank thoroughly cleaned inside before new media is loaded.
All laterals inspected for cracks and O-rings checked for wear. Damaged laterals flagged and quoted before proceeding — loading glass media over a cracked lateral defeats the purpose.
Correct grade and quantity of recycled glass media loaded precisely for your filter size — not over or underfilled. Glass media must be loaded correctly to perform at its best.
Full backwash and rinse cycle run to bed in the new glass media and flush any fine glass dust from the system before the filter cycle begins.
Flow and pressure test confirmed. Written service report provided with your new backwash schedule, glass media maintenance tips, and estimated next change interval.
Supply and fit in one visit. No hidden extras. No cutting corners.
Filter, laterals, multiport, O-rings all checked before we start.
Complete removal and responsible disposal — not left on your property.
Filter tank thoroughly cleaned inside before new glass media is loaded.
Cracked laterals and worn O-rings flagged — included at no extra charge.
Correct grade recycled glass media supplied and loaded precisely for your filter size.
Full backwash and rinse to bed in the glass media and clear any fine glass dust.
Confirmed correct flow and pressure before we leave.
Report with new backwash schedule, maintenance tips and next change interval.
Filter sizes we service: Pool Dudez carries glass media stock for 2, 3, 4, 5 and 7 bag sand filters. If you are not sure what size your filter is, no problem — we confirm on-site before ordering any materials.
We have been installing glass filter media across Benoni, Boksburg, Kempton Park and the East Rand since it became available in South Africa.
We supply correct-grade recycled glass media — not all glass media is the same. Grade matters for performance.
We always inspect laterals and O-rings before loading. Loading glass media over broken laterals is wasted money.
Family-owned since 1999. We give honest advice — if your filter isn't compatible we will tell you before we start.
Questions about your new glass media after the change? Just WhatsApp us on 068 396 7122.
Real reviews from pool owners across Benoni, Boksburg, Kempton Park and surrounding areas.
Switched to glass media when Pool Dudez came to do my regular sand change. Water clarity is noticeably better and I am definitely using less chlorine. Really wish I had done this years ago — it is worth every rand of the upgrade.
Pool Dudez recommended glass media when they replaced my filter. Could not believe the difference — pool water is the clearest it has ever been and my chemical bill dropped noticeably within the first month. Professional job as always.
Had the glass media change done when my 18-month sand change was due. Pool Dudez explained the benefits clearly and the price difference was not as much as I expected. Water has been sparkling since and I backwash less often too.
WhatsApp us your filter size and location — we reply within 2 hours.
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Glass Media Change Near Me — We Cover All Of Gauteng East
Pool Dudez provides glass media sand filter changes across Gauteng East. Whether you are in Benoni, Boksburg or anywhere on the East Rand — we supply, we fit, and we get it done in one visit.