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 […]
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Storm Preparation and Recovery Tips for Pool Owners, Part 3
As devastating as a storm can be emotionally and physically, the aftermath can often be even worse. When you get the opportunity to go back to your home after an evacuation, you usually have no idea exactly what to expect. After you get a chance to inspect the damage, here are some steps you can […]
Swimming Pool Shocking 101, Part 5
Finding the right shock treatment product for your pool depends on a number of different personal preferences. You’ll want to consider cost, ease of use, how effective the shock is, and how long you need to stay out of the water after treatment. In our last article (see Parts 1, 2, 3 & 4), we […]
Fun & Fabulous Poolside Wedding Ideas, Part 3
The patio and garden area surrounding a pool can be an ideal spot for the reception following your wedding ceremony (see Part 1 & 2). If you have a big enough area and the surroundings are particularly classy, you may even choose to set up chairs and host your ceremony near the pool as well. […]
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 […]
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 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 1
Installing a swimming pool is a dream come true for many homeowners. Finally, they have a way to relax and enjoy fun in the sun with their family and friends from the comfort of their very own backyards. Over the years, however, that dream can begin to fade or even turn into a nightmare if […]
Pool Ownership, 101: Common Pool Repairs
If you’re new to the wonderful world of swimming pool ownership, it’s probably a good idea to know the kinds of repairs that are most commonly needed. By having an understanding of what to expect, you can not only budget for routine upkeep but can also hopefully avoid more costly repairs by performing regular maintenance […]
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 […]
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 […]
Storm Preparation and Recovery Tips for Pool Owners, Part 1
If you live in an area that’s prone to severe storms or even hurricanes, you know that that they’re an extremely destructive and potentially deadly force of nature. Not only can they interrupt or even threaten your life, but they can also cause all sorts of damage to your property. Pool owners, in particular, should […]
Swimming Pool Shocking 101, Part 1
Shocking your pool is a necessary step to keeping your pool clean and clear. In this series of articles, we’ll discuss easy steps to shocking your pool, reasons you should shock your pool, when you should shock your pool, and which products you can use to complete the shocking process. Thankfully, shocking a pool isn’t […]