The 5 things every smart swimming pool owner knows

The 5 things every smart swimming pool owner knows

When you have a pool in your backyard, you become a magician of sorts.  Balancing chemicals, water volume and temperature, and just how many pool toys are too many.  But there 5 things only the most savvy swimming pool or spa owners know. Smart swimming pool or spa...
One of the most overlooked facts about swimming pool

One of the most overlooked facts about swimming pool

One of the most overlooked facts about swimming pools is that people only spend about 10% of the swim season actually in the pool.  The other 90% of the time is spent sitting poolside, soaking up the sun, reading, eating or just relaxing. When you think about the time...
5 Reasons to avoid the sliding roof

5 Reasons to avoid the sliding roof

If you’ve been searching for a swimming pool enclosure, you already know there are several types to choose from.  And if you’re a bargain hunter, you probably think that the sliding pool enclosures are a great deal.  But think again, here are 5 reasons to...
Your Next Staycation

Your Next Staycation

The word “staycation” is used to describe a vacation spent at one’s home enjoying all that home and home environment has to offer.  When you’ve got a “real” pool room, an enclosed aquatic get-away like this one, you’ll be...
Swimming in the fourth season – winter

Swimming in the fourth season – winter

When you live in an area that enjoys all four seasons, it’s not easy to maintain a backyard swimming pool.  Some people just resign themselves to the fact that they won’t be swimming when it’s cold outside.  Others try to swim in a heated pool, staying mostly...