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 […]
Swimming Pools
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 […]
Swimming Pool Options: Natural Swimming Pools, Part 1
Chances are, when you envision a swimming pool, the most common shape for swimming pools comes to mind: the classic rectangle. However, that’s not the only option. In addition to rectangular and round swimming pools, some pool owners also choose more elaborate designs or those that hint at antiquity. But depending on your budget, […]
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 […]
Pool Recreation: Traditional, Tag-Like Games To Play
Okay, so you have a pool. And you love it. You sometimes swim laps or do other aerobic water exercises, and your kids splash around for a bit. You’ve purchased your fair share of pool toys, floatables, and lounges, too. But what else can you do? There are so many activities and games you can […]
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 […]
Swimming Pool Shocking 101, Part 4
Ideally, you should shock your pool on a weekly basis. If you forget or decide to put it off, the need to shock your pool could become even more urgent. As noted in our last article (see Parts 1, 2 & 3), it’s important to give your pool a shock treatment at the beginning and […]
Be in the Know About Algae Growth, Part 1
Whether you’re envisioning an intimate evening gathering of a select few friends or a crazy afternoon party that includes everyone you can think of inviting, we’re pretty sure there’s something you won’t want present at your next pool party: algae. Ah, yes, the bane of swimming pool owners everywhere. Thankfully, algae is a pretty predictable […]
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 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 […]
Getting Your Outdoor Oasis Ready for Summer Fun: Early Spring To-Do List
Many of us have an extra spring in our steps as the sun starts smiling at us a little more and everything starts promising to turn green and colorful again, letting us know that our favorite season is on its way! (That season, of course, is swimming pool season!) While the tasks appropriate for late […]
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 a few smart shortcuts can make routine pool ownership a little easier (see Part 1, Part 2, Part 3 and Part 4). Today we’re going to look at a few more pool maintenance […]