While the pool provides endless fun in the summer heat, there are many regions where it’s just too cold to keep the pool open in the winter. Freezing temperatures can cause catastrophic damage to a pool that hasn’t been properly winterized. One of the key steps during the closing process is to place a cover … Read more
Floating chlorine dispensers are a simple and easy way to add chlorine to your pool water without any effort. This simple device can dispense a controlled amount of chlorine into your pool over some time, so your pool will always be chlorinated. So, this begs the question, do you leave the chlorine floater in the … Read more
A pool that’s been freshly filled with water can be truly tempting to hop right into, especially in the hot summer months. In many cases, the pool may have been filled over the course of a day or more with your garden hose supplied by either city-water or well-water. In other instances, pretreated water may … Read more
Chlorine is the most common sanitizing agent to keep pools looking crystal clear. However, chlorine comes in many different forms –liquid, tablets, sticks, and granules. For many pool owners, chlorine tablets are one of the easiest options to maintain proper chlorine levels in the water with the least amount of effort. Tablets are slow to dissolve, … Read more
Owning a pool provides countless benefits. It’s a great way to keep cool in the summer without having to travel to a beach. It can also provide an easy means to host get-togethers with family and friends. However, a pool is not always easy to maintain as it requires careful attention in keeping the water … Read more
While we all love hanging around the backyard, most of us have probably seen what happens when crumbs of food are left lying around. In several short hours, it’s not uncommon to have hordes of ants scrounging for the remnants. Those ants can seemingly come out of nowhere, crawling on everything in sight, including your … Read more
Scuba diving is an exciting activity that allows you to explore the underwater world and get up close with marine life. It’s often associated with exploring exotic locations, swimming alongside dolphins, fish, and other aquatic life. However, before diving into the deep blue ocean, it’s important to start with the basics in a controlled environment. That’s … Read more
There’s little more in life that’s as refreshing as a dip in a crystal-clear pool on a hot summer day. But, as all pool owners know, the pool doesn’t stay clean on its own. Whether it’s bugs, leaves, dirt, algae, rodents –all of these are things that most pool owners don’t want to see in … Read more
Pool screens are helpful in keeping animals, insects, leaves, and debris out of the water, while still providing a sense of openness. Ultimately, a functional screen means more fun in the pool and less cleaning. However, over time pool screens often get dirty accumulating mold and algae. That’s why they require cleaning regularly. One of … Read more
Pool toys are a great addition to water activities, especially during the summer. From inflatables to squirt guns, these toys add an extra dose of fun to keep everyone entertained. Many types of pool toys are made of PVC, vinyl, or foam –some even have a fabric covering. While many of these materials provide a … Read more
Swimming pools are great for recreational activities for friends and family year in and year out. Although pools are more popular and practical to use in the summer months when it’s hot, some of us still want to have fun in them even in mild weather. This is possible of course with pool heaters. Thanks … Read more
While swimming can be a great workout, it might be one of the hardest sports to master especially for those that aren’t acquainted with water. Swimming can be challenging in part due to the number of muscles that are used throughout your body. It also requires skilled coordination of posture, breathing, and arm/leg techniques. Fortunately, … Read more