Before we move on from the topic of barriers (see Part 3 in our series), there are a few more important things we need to mention. No matter how good a pool safety cover or fence you initially purchase, it won’t be effective if you don’t take care of it and use it properly. Maintain […]
Swimming Pools
Pool Safety Basics for Kids, Part 3
Keeping a close eye on kids when they’re supposed to be in the pool is an essential part of pool safety (see Parts 1 & 2). But how do you keep them safe when they aren’t supposed to be in the pool? The best way to do so is to set up barriers. That’s the […]
Pool Safety Basics for Kids, Part 2
In our first article, we talked about how alarmingly common drowning deaths are among children. Then we began discussing ways to prevent these types of tragic accidents from occurring. The first step we mentioned was adult supervision. Now we’ll dive back into our discussion of the proper supervision methods for different age groups. Elementary Aged […]
Pool Safety Basics for Kids, Part 1
Pool safety should be the number one priority for any pool owner. This is especially true for those who have children. Just as you take special precautions to childproof your home, such as covering electrical outlets and setting up baby gates to prevent falls, it’s important to do all you can to keep kids safe […]
Swimming Pool Maintenance Hacks, Part 5
Why work harder than you need to, especially when you can hack your way through?! While “hack” might rhyme with “slack,” sometimes you can get the same results while also slacking off a bit (see Parts 1, 2, 3 & 4). Today we’re going to look at a few more pool maintenance hacks that will […]
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 take less time or money than the typical means of doing them (see Parts 1 , 2 & 3). Now, […]
Compact Swimming Pools 101, Part 4
Maybe you’re sold on the idea of installing a compact pool inside your home or in your yard (see Parts 1, 2 & 3). The only question left in your mind is that of cost. Like with traditional pools, the cost of installing a compact pool varies quite a bit depending on factors such as […]
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 […]
Compact Swimming Pools 101, Part 2
If you’re considering adding a compact pool to your indoor or outdoor property (see Part 1), one of the first elements you’ll want to consider is the size of the pool you want to buy. This will depend on your own personal preferences, your budget, and the amount of space you have available. Once you […]
Compact Swimming Pools 101, Part 1
Perhaps you’ve always wanted a pool for relaxing on a hot day, but you just aren’t sure you have space in your postage stamp sized yard. Or maybe you’ve always wanted a custom in-ground pool, but you’re not sure if you can fit it into your budget. In either of these scenarios, a compact pool […]