Having a pool is a luxury that many homeowners enjoy during the nice warm weather. Yet, when the weather starts to get chilly, you may need to drain the pool as part of the winterization process! This often raises the questions: How to drain a pool without flooding your yard? Is it even possible with … Read more
One of the most common creatures that pool owners may complain about seeing are bloodworms in the pool. Though they are not particularly aggressive towards humans, a bloodworm’s bite can be as painful as a bee or wasp sting. What’s worse is that it may cause an allergic reaction to the human skin. Oftentimes, these … Read more
Getting up for a dive in the pool can freshen up your day from the beginning. But what if you discover that you’re late to the pool party? You’re standing at the edge only to find a salamander in the pool. What’s up with that? Salamanders may accidentally end up in your pool thinking that … Read more
Algae stains are not that rare; they’re likely to be found on many pool liners due to various factors. From pH changes to pool water debris to rainwater falling in your pool, you can find that they’re pretty common. Having the proper cleaning tools and techniques can make the cleaning process easier. Given that you … Read more
Hosting a pool party is often a great summer idea, but it can become stressful if you just can’t get rid of that unsightly ring around your pool! Today, we’ll show you methods on how to clean the ring around the pool liner. If you don’t want to see a sea of alarmed faces gasping … Read more
Having a swimming pool at home ensures ultimate relaxation and refreshment on hot, sunny days. In addition, pools enhance the overall aesthetic of any house. Plaster is a common material used to construct pools and is a cost-effective alternative to gunite. Plaster is relatively low maintenance, while also durable with a lifespan upwards of 15 … Read more
When picking cedar alternatives for saunas, you should consider some characteristics. The wood should resist decay and have good thermal insulation but still remain cool to the touch. It also should have minimal knots and a low tendency to splinter. Other factors you could consider are wood appearance and aroma. Continue reading this article to … Read more
If you’re having trouble with your barrel sauna leaking, you may start rethinking your sauna choice. However, this is one of the most common phenomena when it comes to barrel saunas. Barrel saunas are often located outside and are exposed to weather elements. A barrel sauna leaking may not initially seem problematic, but over time … Read more
Sauna sessions can be an invigorating experience for the body and mind. The conditions in the sauna are key in providing the most out of a session, and often lead to a lot of sweating. With all that sweating, it’s only normal to get thirsty during a sauna session. So, you tell your friends about … Read more
Rocks are one of the basic components of traditional steam saunas. The rocks help maintain temperature with the sauna even if the heater is not actively running. Sauna rocks are also used to provide the soothing humidity, which further promotes relaxation. While you can purchase pre-made sauna rocks, creating your own DIY sauna rocks is … Read more
Hot tubs are a great addition for any home. They can be used for many purposes, including relaxation, socialization and to simply warm up on a cold day. It’s easy to know the exact type of hot tub that you’re getting when purchasing a new one, as it often requires plenty of research. However, if … Read more
Saunas offer relaxation and health benefits to its guests when used correctly. To achieve the best possible experience during your sauna session, it’s important to maintain a comfortable temperature of the sauna. To achieve a desirable temperature, it’s important to properly monitor the temperature –this will help you (or the automatic heater) determine whether more … Read more