Swimming Pool Blog
Tips on Operating, Care, Installation & Maintenance
Tranquil Pool Fountains Help You Relax
Use your pool as a place for relaxation and tranquility this summer by adding a relaxing floating pool fountain to your pool. These floating water features will not only create a visually appealing focal point, but the gentle sound of falling water will leave you relaxed. You can sit poolside for hours, enjoying the decorative touch to your pool. Our fountains offer many features, such as adjustable spray height, spinning options, and dazzling lights for night time use.
Also, if you run the fountain at night time, the cool air will drop the temperature of the water. Great way to cool the pool water when it gets too warm.
Pool Accessories For Summer
Check out our selection of pool accessories that will help you start summer off right! We carry all of this, and much more, at BYCP!
- Pool Alarms, which alert you to large objects breaking the pool’s surface
- Pool Fountains that add elegance and charm to your pool
- Maintenance Equipment, such as brushes and nets
- Pool Lights, for dazzling decoration and function
- Outdoor Clocks and Thermometers
- Anti-Entrapment devices which provide safety
- Pool Signs with safety message, clever reminders, etc.
- Pool-side organizers
Fun Pool Floats for Adults
We have a unique assortment of pool floats designed to help adults have more fun in the pool! Our oversized cooler couch keeps your favorite beverage right at hand by storing them in the cooler in the base of the float. Our Port-O-Pong floating pong table has built in cup holders for a floating game of beverage pong that will create a party in your pool. The Cabana Islander is like having a floating cabana in your pool. It includes a center swim porthole, a boarding platform, and a floating 16 quart cooler. We have multi-person floats for your whole crowd to enjoy. With our large selection of grown-up pool toys, you will be entertained all summer long.
New Pool Liners: For Repair or Rejuvenation
Many people wait until there is a problem to replace their swimming pool liner. When they start to notice tearing or leaking, homeowners know its time for a new liner. Why not beat problems to the punch and replace your liner before a major issue arises? Now is the perfect time to purchase a new liner. They are affordable and there is a wide variety of colors and styles available. Give your pool a “facelift” with a new, similar liner or change it completely for whole new look and feel. We have many patterns: from simple blue vinyl to playful and exotic, like the beach pattern above. Give us a call today, and we will help you pick out… Continue reading
Balance Your Pool With Our Chemicals Chart
Make sure that you maintain the ideal chemical levels for your pool. Swimming in a clean, balanced pool will ensure that you have the most enjoyable time. Follow the chart below to make sure that you have the right pH, alkalinity, calcium hardness, and stabilizer levels or the right pool chemicals to get them there!
| CHEMICAL | IDEAL LEVEL | TO RAISE | TO LOWER |
| Chlorine
|
2.0 | Shock the pool | Turn chlorinator down |
| pH
|
7.4 Summer
7.8 Winter |
Add soda ash | *Add muriatic acid (diluted) |
| Total Alkalinity
|
80-100 ppm | Add baking soda
(Sodium Bicarbonate) |
**Add muriatic acid |
| Calcium hardness
|
250-500 ppm | Add calcium chloride | Drain pool and refill |
| Stabilizer
|
20-50 ppm | Add… Continue reading |