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“5 million above ground pools recalled yesterday.” The Reddit post sent shockwaves through pool communities in July 2025. Over 5.2 million pools from major brands like Bestway, Intex, and Polygroup were recalled after nine drowning deaths. The issue? External ladder straps creating climbing opportunities for unsupervised children. This massive recall serves as a stark reminder: … Read more
Finding a fake eyelash floating in your pool is more than just gross—it’s a wake-up call that your pool has become the neighborhood’s secret late-night hangout spot. If you’re dealing with unauthorized pool access, you’re not alone. This comprehensive guide covers proven security solutions that actually work, addressing both the immediate safety concerns and the … Read more
As we immerse ourselves in the world of pool maintenance, a common question arises: What does an aerator do for a pool? This seemingly simple inquiry delves into the heart of pool care, especially for those facing the challenge of overheated pool water during scorching summers. While many methods exist to cool pool water, the … Read more
As a pool owner, you are undoubtedly aware of what needs to be done to maintain it in pristine condition. You may have a maintenance schedule that assists you in remembering what to do and when to do it, but what happens when you’re away or too busy to spend that time at the pool? … 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
Pool pumps cause so few problems that we tend to take them for granted, leaving them to work when the timer switches them on and expecting them to keep on pumping water around the filtration system without missing a beat. So, when you go away for a few days and return to find your pool … Read more
If you thought a pool pillow was what you put your head on while floating on your inflatable sunbed, you’d be in good company, but you’d be wrong. Pool pillows are recommended for use in pools that freeze over in winter and for a few other purposes as well, but have no real purpose in … Read more
The pump is the heart of your pool’s circulation system and, very much like your own heart, needs to be kept in tip-top condition to ensure that the flow through it is at the correct pressure, at the optimum volume, and that there are no blockages. If you need a transplant, are pool pumps interchangeable? … Read more
Water features like waterfalls, deck jets, rain curtains, and fountains add a new visual and sound dimension to a pool’s aesthetics, turning a plain swimming facility into an eye-catching focal point in your garden. What’s more, the aeration of the water caused by the additional exposure of the water to air has all kinds of … Read more
Backyard pools are usually quite an expensive luxury, and most of the equipment required for their efficient operation is also not cheap and not an option that can be ignored. Not so with pool bubblers – they’re cheap, they’re not essential, but they’re great fun and add to the ambiance of an otherwise ordinary pool. … Read more