Swimming Pool Blog
Tips on Operating, Care, Installation & Maintenance
Extra Pool Steps and Pool Ladders Are an Advantage
Your in ground or above ground pool may already be equipped with a set of pool steps or a pool ladder, but providing swimmers with an alternate exit and entry point is something to consider. As a matter of convenience, an extra set of pool steps or an extra pool ladder allows swimmers the freedom to exit the pool easily, even if they are at the other end of the pool from the main exit. As a matter of safety, the additional set of steps or ladder can serve as a fast way to escape the water should a storm roll in quickly. The easier it is for swimmers to get in… Continue reading
Pool Games for the Whole Family
You have probably been enjoying your pool for several weeks. Are you looking for something to add to your pool time that is new and exciting? Pool games are your answer. You can get the whole family involved and turn an afternoon of pool time into an exciting sporting event! A water volleyball game is great for a large crowd. This set comes with two sturdy poles and a 24″ net that will fit both residential and commercial pools, as well as a neon colored volleyball. With multiple players on each side of the net, you will create a game that includes everyone at your party! A Slash and Shoot Basketball game is another great group activity. It even… Continue reading
Pool Lounge Chairs Offer Best Summer Relaxation
What could be more relaxing than sitting by the pool side on a warm summer day? Sitting in the pool on a warm summer day. Pool lounge chairs combine the comforts of a standard lounge chair with a traditional pool float. You can soak up the sun, read a good book, or have a cozy conversation as you float gently in your pool. Most pool lounge chairs come equipped with built-in cup holders, and many have adjustable backs so you can find the most comfortable position. Some pool lounge chairs even feature a removable canopy so you can decrease the amount of sun exposure while you still enjoy the pool.
Preventing Slips Around the Pool
Running around the pool can be dangerous. It is always wet and slippery. Falls can be painful and costly for both guests and pool owners. Applying Invisatred Anti-Slip Solution is a great way to prevent slips and falls in your pool area. Invisatred is an invisible slip resistant treatment that gives traction to pool decks and other slippery surfaces without changing the look or feel of the surface. It safe, non-toxic, and biodegradable and can be reapplied every two years without altering a surface. It can be applied with a mop or sponge. You apply, wait 15 minutes, and rinse away. It is that easy! Invisatred can be applied to almost all indoor and outdoor surfaces, excluding… Continue reading
A Better Inflatable Swimming Pool
How many times have you purchased a cheap, inflatable pool for the kids only to have it punctured or otherwise damaged half way into the hot summer months? In my family, it was the dog who decided to take a bite out of the pool’s poor quality plastic wall, and no amount of duct tape or other “quick fix” idea worked for very long.
We, as parents, begin each summer with that ever-renewing feeling of hope — the one that tells us that this year will be the year that the pool survives the whole summer. So, we proceed to buy the inflatable pool. Our hopes are often dashed, though, within… Continue reading