Category: Pool Tips
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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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Making your aquatics facility more sustainable in 2017
Is 2017 the year you focus on improving sustainability in your aquatic facility? Here are some ways to make your pool more efficient and eco-friendly. Use Renewable Energy & Efficient Energy Use solar pool heaters to heat the pool combined with a pool cover at night to keep the water warm, reducing energy costs and heat…
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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…
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How to make your home more eco-friendly in 2017
Did you know that indoor air can be two to five times more polluted than outdoor air? According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), indoor polluted air can be caused by chemicals from common household products. Chemicals from these products can cause health issues like infertility, thyroid disease and even cancer. If your 2017…
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Why winter is the best season to build a pool
Winter may not be known as the prime swimming season, but it may be the best season to build your pool. Today, December 21 is the first day of winter, and ironically, the upcoming cold winter temperatures are an opportunity to efficiently and inexpensively build a pool. If you live in a moderate climate, winter…
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Best pool products and tech of 2016
Taking into account technological advancements, outside the box thinking and practical tools, here is our selection of the best pool products of 2016: Remote Control Skimmer. This outside-the-box idea turns a routine chore into a fun and productive game. Floating Pool Speakers. Swim and listen to your favorite tunes! Even better, you can change the…
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How to take care of your pool while you’re on holiday
The holidays are almost here, which means you may be getting ready for vacation. Your pre-vacation to-do list may include turning on your security alarm, shutting the blinds or arranging a pet sitter — but don’t forget to add pool maintenance to your list. If you’ve winterized or partially winterized your pool then you won’t…
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8 Halloween pool party ideas
Halloween is just around the corner! Whether you have an indoor or outdoor pool, consider having a Halloween pool party! Here are some fun and crafty ideas for your Halloween Pool Party: Decoration Ideas: Pumpkins. Real pumpkins will float in the water or use plastic jack-o-lanterns. If your pool is empty, you can line the…