Now that you understand what causes swimmer’s hair and how to prevent it in the future, let’s backtrack and give you some tips on how to cope if your hair is already showing signs of damage. Then we’ll take a look at what we’ll term “swimmer’s skin.” (Yeah, I’m pretty sure we just made that […]
Swimming Pools
How To Avoid Getting Swimmer’s Hair
We’ve all heard about swimmer’s ear, but what about swimmer’s hair? The more time you spend in your new backyard swimming pool, the greater the likelihood will be that you’ll start to see and feel some ill effects of regularly exposing your skin and hair to chlorinated water. But there’s no need to worry: you […]
Swimsuit Choices for Swimming Pool Owners, Part 3
Chlorine can be tough on swimwear — but you probably already knew that, though. But did you know that there are 5 steps to properly caring for your swimwear? By making all 5 steps part of your post-swim routine, you can help extend the lifespan of your swimwear of choice. We explained the first one, […]
Swimsuit Choices for Swimming Pool Owners, Part 2
One thing is for sure: swimming pools can wreak havoc on swimwear. Thankfully, though, there are a few things you can do to extend the longevity of your swimwear. As we discussed in Part 1, you can purchase swimwear made from chlorine-friendly fabrics and give your swimwear time to rest between uses. If you really […]
Swimsuit Choices for Swimming Pool Owners, Part 1
Okay, so technically, swimming pool owners don’t need special kinds of swimwear; we get that. But the fact is, just as you’ll stand to enjoy the many health benefits of swimming far more than your non-pool-owner peers, you’ll also put quite a few more miles on your swimwear! That makes it even more important for […]
Choosing the Ideal Pool Shape for Your Outdoor Space
Figuring out what shape you’d like your new in-ground pool to be is a big decision. The shape of your backyard swimming pool can either enhance or detract from the overall look of your yard. Depending on the amount of space you have available, as well as the layout of your lawn and garden area, […]
Getting Rid of Black Algae in Your Pool, Part 2
In our first article in this series, we looked at a couple of the ways people typically try to fight black algae growth in their swimming pools. After you’ve carefully scrubbed the area containing the algae until no visible algae remains and treated the area by rubbing with chlorine tablets, there are still several steps […]
Getting Rid of Black Algae in Your Pool, Part 1
If you own a swimming pool, you probably know how unsightly and frustrating a buildup of algae can be. If you’re not sure whether your pool has a buildup of black algae, look for black spots in the nooks and crannies of your pool. If you see those dark spots, you need to figure out […]
Great Game Ideas for Family Fun in the Pool, Part 3
You don’t have to spend a lot of money on fancy vacation outings in faraway places to create some awesome memories with your family. You can have plenty of fun with your kids or grandchildren right in your own backyard pool (see Parts 1 & 2). Here are some more great games to try with […]
Great Game Ideas for Family Fun in the Pool, Part 2
Playing together in the pool is an ideal way to build a closer relationship with your kids or grandchildren (see Part 1). A side benefit is that everyone will be spending plenty of time in the great outdoors taking in all that fresh air and sunshine. Here are some more pool game ideas to get […]