From equipment maintenance to water chemistry (no, a goldfish cannot survive in pool water) we want you to be the most educated pool operator, owner, swimmer, backyard chef possible. We are going to be pumping out bits of knowledge over the next few months right here on this site. If you have a question and can't find the answer here; shoot us an email and we will get something posted. Our goal is to be the authority on pool knowledge so you have the know how to have the best looking pool on the block!
Well, that’s a good question. Is this a comprehensive list? Nope. This short list will not make Billy, over at the corner pool store, who is peddling thermometers with shark heads on them, or arachnophobe friendly spider attachments for skimmers (which are actually kind of awesome), very happy at all. There are so many cool… Read More
There are a few things to consider when making a decision on what filter media you are going to use in your sand filter. Cost. Effectiveness. Longevity. Isn’t sand the best filter media to put into a sand filter? It seems like the answer would be obvious; of course sand goes in a sand filter,… Read More
Things to consider before opening your pool Some of us, unfortunately, have swimming pools in areas of the country that require winterization. We run into freezing temperatures, blustery winds, falling snow, and numb fingers and toes. Until the white stuff melts, we are left dreaming about sunscreen, BBQs, and the summer sun so we can… Read More
There are several factors to consider before replacing your pool liner. My Grandma June always said if it ain’t broke don’t fix it. Pool guys love to sell pool liners, but that doesn’t mean you need one. It’s a great way to update your pool and make it look brand spanking new. But, just because… Read More
Clearing up your pool water after a long winter can be more frustrating than realizing you are out of coffee on a cold day, but it doesn’t have to be. There are a few things you can do to ensure you open your pool with clear water requiring just a bit of cleaning and chemical balancing.
To salt or not to salt? That is the question! As an avid food enthusiast a small part of me wishes this post was about whether you should be salting a dish with kosher, iodized or Himalayan. Forget the salt, maybe you should be using a substitute like Sriracha or Louisiana Hot Sauce? I will… Read More
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