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 […]
Swimming Pools
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 […]
Great Game Ideas for Family Fun in the Pool, Part 1
Installing a pool in your backyard is a great way to encourage quality family time. Rather than simply swimming laps for exercise and then sitting on the patio watching the kids play, parents can get in on the action. Here are some creative ideas for fun games that will bring the whole family together to […]
Basic Tips for Easy Pool Maintenance, Part 4
Pool care probably isn’t number one on anybody’s list of favorite things to do, but it’s a necessary part of taking good care of your investment. Once you make a habit of requiring pre-swim showers and build a routine of regularly skimming, vacuuming, and brushing your pool’s interior surfaces, you’ll be well on your way […]
Basic Tips for Easy Pool Maintenance, Part 3
If you’re already brushing your pool’s walls and floor weekly and requiring your guests to shower before entering the pool, you’re taking some of the most important pool care steps (see Parts 1 & 2). Another vital component is skimming and vacuuming. Whenever a big gust of wind throws dust, leaves, and debris into the […]
Basic Tips for Easy Pool Maintenance, Part 2
If you’re a pool owner, it makes sense to do as much as you can to keep your pool water as clean as possible so you won’t have to buy and use chemicals quite as often (see Part 1). The only way to accomplish this goal is to be proactive about keeping contaminants from entering […]
Basic Tips for Easy Pool Maintenance, Part 1
If you’re a pool owner, you probably look forward to the day each year when you can open up your pool for another season of summertime fun. What you most likely dread is all of the work that goes into getting your pool ready for that day as well as keeping it in good shape […]
Remodeling Ideas That Will Make Your Swimming Pool Better Than Ever, Part 5
One of the best reasons to consider a pool remodeling project is to make it easier to maintain your pool (see Parts 1, 2, 3 & 4). You can choose from a long list of pool automation items that will cut down on the amount of time and effort necessary to keep your pool in […]
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 […]
Remodeling Ideas That Will Make Your Swimming Pool Better Than Ever, Part 3
When you’ve had your pool for several years, it’s normal for parts and equipment to start wearing out and needing to be replaced (see Parts 1 & 2). If you’re considering remodeling your pool and you’re not sure which project to tackle first, take a close look at your pool’s finish. If it’s chipping, cracking, […]