With the temperatures rising, what better way to spend your Memorial Day by the pool with your friends and family? Make sure your holiday is unforgettable with these fun tips to spruce up any patriotic themed party! A few decorations, … Continue reading
Welcome, students. I’ve prepared a lecture today on the chemical compound Cyanuric Acid (CNOH)3. You may know CYA as Pool Stabilizer or Conditioner. This curious chemical seeks out and attaches itself to the chlorine molecule. In doing so, it acts … Continue reading
Very soon it will be time to open your pool for the spring, if you haven’t already. This is a great time to inspect your winter pool cover for damage and make any necessary repairs so you know it is … Continue reading
Above ground pool fencing is a requirement in most areas, for pools deeper than 36″. Fortunately, Above ground pool fences are inexpensive and easy to install yourself, in a few hours. As you can see in these images, above ground … Continue reading
So, before I get into the whole ugliness of stains and tips on removal on plaster pools, I thought I’d first give you my most important TIP regarding stains on any pool surface – Keep the Water Balanced! Pool stains … Continue reading
In our last post, we talked about opening procedures for an in-ground pool; today we are going to offer you some tips and guidelines on how to get your aboveground pool ready for the approaching summer. Opening an above ground … Continue reading
Spring is around the corner and it is time to open the swimming pool for a fun-filled summer. Pool opening may seem laborious but if you properly closed the pool last fall and kept it covered, your pool opening will … Continue reading
When my kids were young-er, I installed removable pool fencing, to keep the backyard safe for them, and give my wife and I some peace of mind. I installed it myself, with help from my neighbor. Once our tools and … Continue reading
Let me start by saying how happy I am to be discussing pool spring cleaning tips! Getting the pool ready means summer is arriving SOON! To some, it may seem a bit early to even think about this, but that … Continue reading
I’m excited to tell you about the new Variable Speed (VS) pool pumps Hayward has this year, at very attractive prices. The Eco-Star and Intelli-Flo have dominated the VS market for years, with $1200-$1700 price tags, but new VS models … Continue reading