You decide to take a quick dip in your backyard swimming pool and notice the water is a bit lower than normal. Now, it’s normal for your pool to lose water to evaporation, splashing and even to backwashing. A ¼-1/2 inch is about normal every few days, however if you are noticing a significant difference, […]
Poolside Get-together Ideas: COVID Style
COVID-19 has rocked the entire world and has brought about inventive ideas to do our best and try to maintain life as normal. Below we provide some tips for a successful poolside party for you so you can enjoy those birthdays again, or just simply enjoy a Sunday afternoon. The most important thing for you […]
GUIDE TO HEATING YOUR POOL
Heating your swimming pool gives you a higher return on your investment simply by allowing you to swim more often. Most people find swimming in water between 82° and 84°F in temperature most comfortable and enjoyable. The temperature of your pool water will naturally fluctuate with the weather and in warmer climates it can only […]
DO I HAVE THE RIGHT YARD FOR A POOL?
So, the time has finally come! You are ready to add a new in-ground pool to your backyard, but is your backyard suitable for a pool? Are you even able to get a pool installed legally and correctly with the size and shape of your yard? Well we are here to offer three factors that […]
HOW TO FIND AND CHOOSE A SWIMMING POOL BUILDER
Deciding to add a pool to your home is a big decision and finding the right company to build your backyard pool can feel overwhelming at first. However, we are here to provide you with some simple steps to ensure you are choosing the right company. Start with a Local Pool Search Search online for […]
Saltwater Pools: Advantages & Disadvantages
A saltwater pool is a great place to take a swim and enjoy the sun. However, saltwater pools also offer additional health benefits that range from soothing your skin to decreasing your stress levels. They are perfect for those who are looking for something different than the average swimming pool. Saltwater provides numerous benefits, but […]
Pool Art
Art can be viewed in so many ways and below we show just how many different ways we can showcase ‘pool art’ and the amazing artists behind them. First, we start with “The Swimming Pool”, as a permanent art installation that’s also an optical illusion and an experiential work at the same time. Argentinian artist Leandro Erlich created his art […]
The Main Causes of Pool Water Evaporation
Did you know that your swimming pool can lose about a quarter of an inch of water each day? On top of that, wind, humidity and sunlight can drastically increase these water loss rates. You may wake up one morning and notice that the water level looks lower than usual in your backyard pool. Do […]
Pool School for Kids
Basic Pool Rules for Kids A backyard swimming pool can be a playground for the kids, especially during the summer. It’s a lot of fun in hot weather and great exercise. It can become hours of fun and quality family time, as well as a great place to entertain. However, having a pool and maintaining […]
How do I know my pool water is safe from the Coronavirus?
Covid-19 hit the world out of nowhere. The entire world has had to learn and share what they know. Unfortunately, not all information we see on the web is accurate. So, we choose to learn and take the advice from an expert, Roberta Lavin, a professor of medicine at the University of Tennessee’s College of Nursing. […]