One of the best perks of owning a pool is – well – using it as much as you can! And there’s no better way to enjoy the summer away than lounging in some good old pool floats. There’s no denying that the best pool floats can really make a difference and a must-have item…
Category: Pools
How to heat a pool
Pool owners who live in climates that are cold but not freezing during the winter, or owners that just want to extend their season, knowing how to heat a pool comes in handy, so owning a pool heater is the first step (as well as measuring your water temperature) Let’s heat things up and take…
How to Winterize and close a Pool
Winterizing, or closing your pool, is necessary if you live in a climate that sees temperatures below freezing for any length of time. If that’s your case, you must learn how to winterize a pool to prevent any possible damage. In this post, you’ll learn how to winterize a pool in 10 easy steps. Why…
National Pool Opening Day
Hooray!!! It’s Almost Pool Opening Day According to NationalDayCaledar.com, National Pool Opening Day was started by Leslie’s in 2016 Leslie’s Swimming Pool Supplies and it is the last Saturday in April. This year, it’s on the 24th of April! – So it is a time to open pools and get them back in shape before…
How to open a pool
Pool opening or pool startup typically refers to “taking a pool out of hibernation” for our friends in colder climates and for our friends that keep their pools “open” year round then it means getting ready for your first swim or your first pool party of the season. Either way, it means that the fun…
How long to run a pool water pump and filter
This is a very, very common question and the answer is “it depends.” However, the quick and easy answer is 1 hour for every 10 degrees F of the temperature of the water. More accurately though you should run it as long and as much as is required to keep your water clean and clear….
Pool safety for dogs
Pets are like children in many ways, and if you have owned a pet you know that they are an important part of your life and emotional attachment is very strong. Just as parents of children need to keep their kids safe, pet parents need to keep their pets safe too. Generally speaking, when people…
Swimming Pool Safety for Children
Drowning is the leading cause of death for children 1 to 4 years of age in the US according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. As a pool owner or parent there are several things you can do to protect children from drowning or injury. Pool safety for children includes having safety equipment and accessories…
Swimming Pool Safety Devices
Pool safety devices to keep your pool safe and fun. Drowning is the leading cause of death in US children 1 to 4 years of age according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. There are several devices that can help prevent children from entering unattended pools and they can be the difference between life and…
Swimming Pool Rules
We have all heard them, “no running”, “no glass in the pool”, “don’t go in the deep end if you can’t swim”, and the list goes on and on. Think about many times have you seen scraped knees, crying children (or adults for that matter), or lumps on the noggin? It’s all fun and games…