Category: Home Pools
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The benefits of algaecides for your pool
Every outdoor pool faces a constant onslaught of algae spores that wind, rain and swimmers introduce. When conditions are right, you can quickly find yourself with a pool full of algae if you don’t manage your water and pool properly. Preventing algae can be tedious with any type of pool sanitation. Algaecides provide an effective…
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How to pick the right pool filter
Your pool filter can impact the cleanliness of your pool and the success of your sanitation system. All filters are used in conjunction with a pool pump to push water through the filter to clean the water. The combination of pump and filter is called the filtration system. Filtration systems collect dust, dirt, oils, hair and…
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Pool System Comparison: Ozone + UV AOP vs Clear Comfort AOP
To keep up with pool and spa owners’ demands for a healthier, chlorine-free or low-chlorine pool, many pool companies have researched and developed chlorine alternative pool sanitation products. In search of a solution, some pool companies have paired their existing pool technologies together — and one increasingly common solution has been to combine UV and…
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Bored with your workout routine? Try these unique pool exercises
Have you already fallen off the wagon with your new year’s workout routine? It could be because you don’t have enough variety! Doing the same workouts over and over can not only be boring, but detrimental to your fitness and weight loss goals. Many studies show that increasing variety in exercise can lead to more…
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Your three-step guide for preparing for algae season
Every outdoor pool faces a constant onslaught of algae spores that wind, rain and swimmers introduce. When conditions are right, you can quickly find yourself with a pool full of algae if you don’t manage your water properly. Here is a three-step approach to winning the battle against algae in your pool whether your pool…
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Variable Speed Pump vs Single Speed: A Comparison
Good circulation is crucial to properly maintaining a pool, which is why a variable speed pump can be one of your best pool investments. Circulation ties directly into the pump operation; mainly the flow rate of the water and time of circulation. In addition, the more times your water turns over in a day —…
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American Heart Month: Best cardio workouts for lower body injuries
February is the month to focus on your heart. In addition to Valentine’s Day, February celebrates American Heart Month to raise awareness for heart health. In support, the CDC has provided suggested exercise plans to promote good cardiovascular health year-round. With cold winter temperatures, February is also when many people have lower body injuries…
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Swim diapers won’t stop Crypto in pools
Swim diapers are not effective at keeping harmful fecal matter out of the pool, according to biochemist and Professor Una Ryan. Ryan told The Daily Telegraph, “They don’t work, they don’t work at all — they may be a bit better than a regular nappy, but they release fecal matter into the pool.” Harmful contaminants,…
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What to know about this deadly bacteria found in hot tubs
Earlier this month, an athletic club in Nassau, New York reported legionella in its pool area. Legionella causes the deadly legionnaires disease, and as of Jan. 6, two cases had been confirmed and traced back to the club. Legionella outbreaks are have increased four-fold in the United States over the past 15 years, according to…
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Five things to consider before building an inground pool in 2017
Whether you want an inground pool for leisure, entertaining or exercise – a pool is an improvement on your home and quality of life. However, if your inground pool isn’t properly specced out before construction, the building process can be costly and stressful. Before you break ground on your inground pool, here are five important…