Keep your pool sparkling and healthy with our expert guides on routine pool cleaning, water testing, chemical balancing, and essential seasonal upkeep. Dive into comprehensive pool care and maintenance tips for pristine water year-round.
When summer comes around after the long, cold winter, days get longer and hotter, and the swimming pool becomes once again the main center of entertainment, the favorite fun area for friends and family. And for bugs. Most of them are harmless, but some bite, and all make the pool their home unless we find … Read more
Not many activities at home beat the enjoyment of playing, swimming, and relaxing in your backyard pool on a hot summer day. But, as with most activities, there’s a risk element; in a pool, that risk is getting into difficulties and possibly drowning. One way this may happen is if a swimmer gets trapped by … Read more
Vinyl pools were first introduced to American homeowners in the 1950s, mainly because they were more affordable than concrete pools, which remained out of reach for many homeowners in the Northeast and Midwest, where harsh weather conditions necessitated more expensive construction. Today, they’re more sophisticated and very popular, but there’s one unsolved question: why do … Read more
Closing your pool for winter could mean simply putting a cover over it and switching off the pump. Closing the pool properly involves winterizing it to avoid damage to the lining or shell of the pool and all the plumbing and equipment that is part of the filtration system. It applies to all pools, but … Read more
When winter has come and gone, days are warmer, and your family is keen to get back into the pool. The first thing to do is ensure that the water is chemically balanced, free of bacteria and algae, and safe for everyone to take the plunge. That means getting it tested or starting your home … Read more
It’s the bane of every pool owner’s life: the green growth that appears in the still corners of the pool’s steps and quickly spreads to the skimmer box, the tile grouting, and various other surfaces. I’ve had pools where it never appears and others where it’s challenging to eradicate. Why, then, do some pools have … Read more
As a pool owner, you’ll be aware that the water level drops continuously, and you need to top up the pool regularly. Pools lose water for various reasons, most of them completely normal and to be expected. However, when the level suddenly drops faster than before, it could spell disaster if you don’t find out … Read more
I’m sure you’ll agree that the best thing about having a pool in your backyard is being able to plunge in on a sweltering day and get that immediate, blessed relief from the cold, sparkling water. But what happens if your pool has been in that baking sun all day and the water is lukewarm? … Read more
Swimming pools are a feature of many American homes, and for good reason – they are great places to play, entertain friends, or cool off after a working day. They also add to the aesthetic and visual appeal of any garden and to the value of your property. That’s the upside – the other side … Read more
Maintaining the chemical balance of the water in your pool is one of the more difficult tasks you face as a pool owner, and failure to do so may have serious consequences. One of those is the buildup of calcium deposits on the pool walls, which damages the surface and, if left untreated, can eventually … Read more