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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 an area of […]
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 […]
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 worth considering along […]
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 water […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Natural Appeal of Walnut Wood
It’s no secret that the McIlvain family has a long history in the U.S. lumber industry that extends back to before our country was even a nation. But did you know that throughout the Colonial era, Walnut lumber was also exported? British and European artisans were quick to notice this native species’ distinctively appealing hue […]
Essential Foot Care Tips for Dancers, Part 1
If you’re a dancer, keeping your feet in great shape should be a top priority. Considering that they contain over 52 of your body’s 208 bones, your feet are an essential and complex part of your body. After all, injured feet can wreak havoc on your ability to balance, leap, twirl, and perform all your […]