Do you consider your backyard a work of art? Even if it’s not yet worthy of such nomenclature, it can be! Think of it as a blank canvas on which you can paint in a variety of colors and textures to create the look and feel you desire. As with any art, consider the kinds […]
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Types of Swimming Pool Covers
Selecting and using proper swimming pool covers is an essential function of pool ownership. Pool covers offer a variety of benefits, from energy savings to protecting against debris and dirt. Pool covers can also add an additional layer of safety to your pool area, helping guard against children and pets from accidental drowning. Swimming pool […]
Remodeling Ideas That Will Make Your Swimming Pool Better Than Ever, Part 4
A pool remodeling project may be one that’s practical and necessary, such as putting in a new finish or replacing old, worn-out equipment. Or it can be something aesthetic, such as adding new lighting, landscaping, or water features (see Parts 1, 2 & 3). On the other hand, if you have the financial resources to […]
Getting Your Outdoor Oasis Ready for Summer Fun: Mid-Spring To-Do List
Once the summer is underway, you want to be able to enjoy your backyard swimming pool and invite others to do the same. Allowing for that actually starts before then, back in the spring. In our previous post in this series, we took a look at 3 sets of preparation steps which we recommend you […]
Pool Party Planning for Beginners
Maybe you love the idea of hosting a pool party, but you’re not the greatest about the details. We’ve already given you a couple ideas when it comes to themes, and now we’re going to get into a little more nitty gritty as far as the how-to part. Because a pool party is by its […]
Swimming Pool Maintenance Hacks, Part 4
According to Dictionary.com, “hack” can be defined as “a tip, trick, or efficient method for doing or managing something.” These swimming pool maintenance hacks certainly aren’t the only ways to accomplish various tasks, but they may help make some aspects of pool ownership a little simpler or less expensive (see Part 1, Part 2 and […]
Compact Swimming Pools 101, Part 3
If you’re warming up to the idea of adding a compact pool to your property (see Parts 1 & 2), there are plenty of fun ways you can customize it to suit your individual tastes. Here are some suggestions to get you thinking outside the box. Add Extra Interest With Water Features If you want […]
Have You Considered a Spool Pool?
Today’s swimming pools run the gamut, allowing homeowners to select the style, size, finish, and more that best suits each person’s and yard’s unique needs and limitations. From the unimaginative but straightforward rectangular design of American tradition to luxurious spas reminiscent of the baths of ancient times — and many points in between — today’s […]
Getting Started with Backyard Gardening
Your swimming pool offers a sense of solace in your backyard space, making it a much more attractive and refreshing place. However, we realize that you can’t spend all your time immersed in its waters – but what else can you do while you’re delighting in the amazing ambiance you’ve already begun to create?! If […]
Infant & Toddler Swimming Pool Safety
Your backyard pool setting can benefit greatly from the liveliness that babies and young children bring! With so many potential advantages for their physical and mental health, the sensory component of water provides youngsters with an interesting method to explore the world around them. However, little kids also present some special difficulties for the pool […]
Swimming Pool Shocking 101, Part 3
Knowing how to shock your pool is only half the battle when it comes to keeping your pool clear of nasty algae overgrowth and bacteria (see Parts 1 & 2). You also need to know when to shock it. Preferably, you’ll perform weekly shocks on your pool as part of your regular maintenance routine. In […]
Benefits of Variable Speed Pool Pumps, Part 2
Once you understand the basic idea of how variable speed pool pumps differ from traditional, single-speed pool pumps (see Part 1), you will probably begin to realize that the choice isn’t simply about convenience or water conservation; the choice to upgrade to a variable speed pool pump is also a cost-effective one. Benefit 3: How […]
Fun Ideas to Consider for Your Next Pool Party
We have some original ideas for your next pool party if you’re ready to be a little more inventive than cooking burgers or ordering pizza and sticking with the same luau theme. We’re here to help you kick your party off with imaginative themes, organizing advice, and suggestions for how to play your favorite music! […]
What You Need To Know About Vinyl Liner Swimming Pools, Part 2
Once you realize the many benefits of choosing a vinyl liner swimming pool (see Part 1), you’ll be ready to make some other important choices. Your vinyl liner pool will have a beaded liner, but that can come with a variety of features. You’ll get to choose the thickness as well as whether your liner […]
Decision Making: 3 Types of Swimming Pool Construction
We are confident that you will be happy for many years to come with your smart choice to put a swimming pool in your backyard. However, it’s also just the first of many choices which you’ll have to make before you can start enjoying your own pool’s beauty and taking advantage of your pool’s many […]