One essential factor you must consider when performing pool maintenance by yourself is using the right amount of chemicals to keep it clean. Among the many chemicals that you might consider adding to your swimming pool, you might be curious about which ones differ from the rest. Sodium hypochlorite is an effective chemical that some …
Most people remember the yellow box of borax our grandmothers stored under their kitchen sink. My granny used it to scrub the floors, and sometimes she’d toss it in with the laundry. Well, it’s still a popularly used household cleaning agent and detergent booster. But did you know borax is also great for your pool? …
Summer is coming, the weather is nice, and you’re ready for a swim — but you just realized your vinyl liner is wrinkled. Swimming pool liners are very thin and may look great to begin with, but form wrinkles over time. Although liner wrinkles do not cause catastrophic problems to your pool, they can be …
Above ground pools are an affordable alternative to inground pools, but you have to install it correctly to make sure it can last you for years to come. One of the most important considerations is having a level surface for your swimming pool to sit on. Below, I’ll cover why it’s important to level the …
If you’re looking to install a swimming pool into your backyard, there are several factors for you to consider before you start the installation process. After you’ve decided what kind of pool you want and the location in your yard that you are looking to install, you will need to determine what type of paving …
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There are few options when deciding to install a swimming pool in your backyard. You’ve probably heard and seen above ground pools and fully inground pools. But what is a semi inground pool? If you’ve been wondering what this is and if it’s the right type of pool for you, you’re not alone. So, here’s …
One thing I love about swimming pools is the way they take all of us back to being children. Many of us have memories of spending time in our backyard pool. If not, we can remember the feeling of waiting excitedly for our parents to drive us to visit that one friend who had their …
Pool enclosures can be a great design feature to keep your pool safe and add some neat aesthetic to wherever you place your swimming pool. What some pool owners don’t know is how many regulations there are on pool enclosures. A lot of local cities and municipalities require fencing around residential pools, and a pool …
You probably already know that the heart of your pool filtration system is the pool pump. This piece of equipment powers your whole pool system and your pool pump needs some maintenance and troubleshooting from time to time. In this article, I will cover some common pool pump problems and recommend some fixes so that …
Swimming pools can add value to your home and make for some fun times in the sun. However, they can be challenging to maintain, especially if you’re a first-time pool owner. Nearly every modern swimming pool is equipped with helpful devices to keep the water clean, but the pool pump might be the most essential …
