An above ground pool has more benefits than you may think.
If you’re hesitant about owning an above ground pool, don’t be. Today these little guys are equipped with many of the same features as inground swimming pools, with typically even more benefits. An above ground pool will bring you the same fun and experience of a larger backyard installation, with less maintenance and expense. Continue reading
You can increase your backyard pool’s privacy with fences or outdoor landscaping.
You spend a lot of time relaxing poolside, but you may not want the entire neighborhood or passing drivers to be able to see into your backyard. For this reason, we’ve compiled a list of pool privacy techniques you can use for a more secluded environment. Continue reading
A pool canopy is a great accessory to own that helps shade swimmer’s from the heat while in the water.
For those hot, almost unbearable sunny days, a pool canopy is a great accessory to have. A canopy doesn’t have to be just for cabanas or lounge areas, you can install them so they shade part or all of your swimming pool water. They can make swimming much more enjoyable with cooler water, and they create a haven from the blistering sun. Continue reading
Hot tub hydrotherapy is a great way to relieve arthritis, muscle and joint pain, and other ailments.
According to the American Cancer Society, hydrotherapy is defined as the use of water as a medical treatment, either internally or externally. Although there’s no correlation with preventing or treating cancer, hydrotherapy does have direct benefits on muscle and joint pain. So if you’re a hot tub owner, you’re in serious luck for curing aching joints and even de-stressing your mind.
Hot tub hydrotherapy can be used to treat arthritis, fibromyalgia and even high blood pressure. Warm water and jets stimulate blood circulation and helps the body release endorphins that boost your mood and lead to a calm, happy feeling. Continue reading
Chlorine effects skin in the form of dryness, redness and irritation.
Spring is here and summer is around the corner, and that means a lot more time is going to be spent outdoors and in the pool. The warm weather is an exciting time, but spending so much time in the water and in the sun can have damaging effects on your skin if you’re in a chlorinated pool. Chlorine effects skin in several ways, and can lead to a dry, irritated epidermis. Continue reading
The effects of chlorine go beyond the swimming pool. Storing and transporting can be a safety hazard.
Swimming pool chlorine is a harsh, dangerous chemical that should be treated as such. If you’re a pool owner, you’re familiar with chlorine and how it is used. Chlorine is responsible for keeping the pool water sanitized and clean, but using it is not without risks. Continue reading
Uric acid and chlorine pose major threat to swimmer’s health.
The results are in: Uric acid and chlorine are harmful to swimmer’s health, according to a new study published in the American Chemical Society’s journal Environmental Science & Technology. For those who aren’t familiar, uric acid is found in both urine and sweat, and once uric acid and chlorine combine in the pool, you may want to exit the water.
In the study, researchers mixed uric acid with chlorine and within one hour they found trichloramine and cyanogen chloride had formed. These two chemicals are commonly found in traditional chlorinated pools. They’re so common that Ernest Blatchley III, one of the study’s researchers, said that these two chemicals have been present in almost every sample they’ve taken from a chlorinated pool over a period of nearly 10 years. Continue reading
Read the infographic below to learn more about why swimming pool maintenance is essential for healthy water.
It’s no secret that a swimming pool can be a breeding ground for bacteria and algae. Outdoor aboveground and inground pools are exposed to the elements. Dirt, debris, animals and swimmers are all things that lead to contamination. According to the CDC, 58 percent of public pool samples contained fecal contamination (yikes)! It’s more important than ever to properly maintain your swimming pool, not just for clear water, but for better health.
Swimming pool maintenance is no easy task, but it can be made faster and less strenuous thanks to modern sanitation methods. A properly sized pool filter and a robotic pool cleaner will remove dirt and debris to an extent, but what about the risk of bacteria and disease? Continue reading
Swimming pool finishes have upgraded to different shades, textures and styles.
Forget plain concrete swimming pool finishes of the past. The modern swimming pool is now equipped with countless finish options to make your pool unique. Choose between multi-colored pebbles and stones or simple white to make your swimming pool surface standout in the neighborhood.
Today we’ve provided a list of pool finishes to choose from that can fit a number of lifestyles and needs. Keep in mind that although the finish will vary depending on your style, it will be constantly submerged in water and exposed to harsh chemicals. Continue reading
There are three different types of swimming pool filters to choose from. Learn the pros and cons of each.
An ultraviolet disinfection system will kill any unwanted pathogens and is tremendously effective at sanitizing your swimming pool water, but a pool filter is responsible for removing these dead contaminants and trapping them in a filter media.
Swimming pool filters are similar to air conditioning filters. Air is pushed into your air conditioning system and then moved through the filter, where it catches dust. After a while, dust and dirt collect and the filter needs to be changed or cleaned – much like your pool filter. Continue reading
