Ipe wood is an excellent choice as far as tropical decking materials go. Not only is it durable, long-lasting, and available in high grades, it is renowned for coming in a variety of beautiful color choices. In this article, we will wrap up our series on Ipe (see Parts 1 & 2) by taking a closer look at those color variations as well as offering some general tips for Ipe decking … [Read More...] about Ipe Wood: Premier Tropical Decking Material, Part 3
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How to Prevent Tipping-Related Injuries, Part 1
What does it mean to prioritize safety when choosing furnishings for your child's bedroom? Well, for starters, it entails anchoring furniture to prevent the possibility of tipping. How dangerous is … [Read More...] about How to Prevent Tipping-Related Injuries, Part 1
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Gymnastics Center Goals: Developing Physical Fitness Goals for Kids, Part 2
At your gymnastics center, you want to do more than provide one more “extracurricular activity” for the kids you serve: you want to help them establish healthy habits that will lead to lifelong … [Read More...] about Gymnastics Center Goals: Developing Physical Fitness Goals for Kids, Part 2
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Ipe Wood: Premier Tropical Decking Material, Part 3
Ipe wood is an excellent choice as far as tropical decking materials go. Not only is it durable, long-lasting, and available in high grades, it is renowned for coming in a variety of beautiful color choices. In this article, we will wrap up our series on Ipe (see Parts 1 & 2) by taking a closer look at those color variations as well as offering … Continue about Ipe Wood: Premier Tropical Decking Material, Part 3
Making Your Backyard Pool Disability Accessible, Part 1
People with disabilities face plenty of challenges as they go about their daily lives, whether it’s navigating the aisles at the grocery store in motorized carts or figuring out the complexities of securing safe, reliable transportation. Considering the stress and discomfort they so often face, these folks deserve a chance to be able to relax and … Continue about Making Your Backyard Pool Disability Accessible, Part 1
Inspirational Quotes: The Artistry of Dance
Sometimes all artists can get too caught up in their technique and forget about the artistic side of what they’re doing. Dancers, of course, are no exception. Particularly when you’re teaching budding dancers the basics, you can get a little caught up in the details and forget what you actually want to inspire them to become, feel and achieve … Continue about Inspirational Quotes: The Artistry of Dance
When Should You Drain Your Swimming Pool?
If you're a new pool owner or you're considering installing a pool, one topic worth understanding is when a swimming pool may need to be partially or completely drained. Fortunately, completely draining a pool isn't something most homeowners should need to do very often. In fact, there are good reasons to avoid it unless it's actually … Continue about When Should You Drain Your Swimming Pool?
Combs Concrete Construction – Industrial, Commercial & Residential Services
Combs Concrete Construction Company (combsconcrete.com) has a long and impressive legacy. The company was started back in 1955. Founder Ray Combs completed his years in the United States Army and began to provide premium concrete service to customers throughout Greater Dayton/Miamisburg, Ohio. In the 1970s, Ray decided to move his family to … Continue about Combs Concrete Construction – Industrial, Commercial & Residential Services
Why Is a Professional Senior Portrait a Must?
Senior year is a once-in-a-lifetime milestone. It’s a season filled with excitement, pride, and a touch of nostalgia - for both students and their families. Between final games, performances, college applications, and graduation plans, it’s easy to overlook one important piece of this chapter: the senior portrait. But a professional senior portrait … Continue about Why Is a Professional Senior Portrait a Must?
How to Keep Children Safe Around the Pool, Part 1
Having a backyard pool when you have kids means enjoying fun-filled days with friends, hosting summer pool parties, and making special family memories. It also means taking extra precautions to make sure this place for recreation and relaxation doesn’t turn into the scene of a tragedy. In just a few seconds, children who aren’t strong swimmers can … Continue about How to Keep Children Safe Around the Pool, Part 1
Corrosion-Resistant Pool Light Fixtures
Lighting can completely change the appearance of a swimming pool and the surrounding outdoor living area after the sun goes down. Whether you're illuminating the water itself, highlighting landscaping, lighting a pathway or creating a more inviting patio, there are plenty of options available. The materials used in outdoor light fixtures are … Continue about Corrosion-Resistant Pool Light Fixtures
Water Fountains with Water Conservation in View
The therapeutic and aesthetic benefits of water features can transform your backyard landscape into a true oasis. In addition to your backyard swimming pool, you can expand the benefits of water by incorporating a fountain into your landscape design. And don’t worry: it’s not necessarily opposed to water conservation! You can easily adapt your … Continue about Water Fountains with Water Conservation in View
5 Swimming Pool Maintenance Hacks
From cleaning filters to adding chemicals, pool maintenance can seem pretty daunting to a new pool owner. With a few basic pool care hacks, however, you can reduce the amount of time spent on maintaining your pool, thereby increasing the amount of time you can spend doing what you really want to do — enjoying it! Perhaps you already know about some … Continue about 5 Swimming Pool Maintenance Hacks
Awesome Advantages of Owning a Swimming Pool, Part 2
In our previous post, we explored some of the ways a swimming pool can add enjoyment, recreation and opportunities for family time to your backyard. Here are a few more reasons you might want to consider installing a pool of your own. Pools Can Be Enhanced with Technology Today’s pool owners have access to technology that can make operating and … Continue about Awesome Advantages of Owning a Swimming Pool, Part 2
Making Your Backyard Pool Disability Accessible, Part 4
Giving a disabled person the opportunity to spend time in your pool is a great way to show your care and concern for this large and sometimes neglected segment of our society (see Parts 1, 2 & 3). Whether it’s due to an accident, aging, or a genetic condition, disability can suddenly impact a person’s life at practically any time. Even if you … Continue about Making Your Backyard Pool Disability Accessible, Part 4
Gymnastics Center Goals: Developing Physical Fitness Goals for Kids, Part 2
At your gymnastics center, you want to do more than provide one more “extracurricular activity” for the kids you serve: you want to help them establish healthy habits that will lead to lifelong physical fitness. In that endeavor, it’s important to not only understand what “physical fitness” entails but also the most significant areas of fitness — … Continue about Gymnastics Center Goals: Developing Physical Fitness Goals for Kids, Part 2
Summertime Swimming Pool Maintenance, Part 1
It’s the peak of pool season, and you’re enjoying plenty of fun in the sun. Now is not the time to relax, though, when it comes to swimming pool maintenance. If you do, you will probably regret it, and failing to spend just a few minutes each day and a few more each week could keep you from being able to enjoy well-balanced, clear swimming pool … Continue about Summertime Swimming Pool Maintenance, Part 1
PhotoArtGraphy – Professional On-Location Photography in Southern York County, PA
When you want more than just a photo - when you want images that tell a story, capture personality, and preserve memories - PhotoArtGraphy is here to deliver. I’m Drew Jensen, a professional photographer based in New Freedom, Pennsylvania, serving families, couples, seniors, businesses, and events throughout Southern York County, PA and beyond. I … Continue about PhotoArtGraphy – Professional On-Location Photography in Southern York County, PA