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Homeowner’s Guide to Shotcrete in Pool Construction
What Is Shotcrete? Shotcrete is pneumatically applied concrete (sprayed at high velocity) to form strong, watertight, and highly customizable...
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Understanding Calcium And Efflorescence Deposits In Swimming Pools
Dive into the differences between calcium and efflorescence deposits in swimming pools and learn how to tackle these common issues with expert...
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Do You Need Caissons for Your Hillside Pool? Here’s What You Must Know First
Building a pool on a hillside property in Los Angeles can feel both exciting and complex. You may be envisioning a beautiful outdoor retreat with...
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The Pool Ledge
Daniela Escudero: May 7, 2025
A therapeutic thermal ledge has many popular names- sun shelf, tanning ledge, Baja shelf, shallow water platform, lounge area, and Shamu ledge, to...
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Does Your Pool Plaster Look Tired?
Daniela Escudero: Apr 21, 2025
Follow this simple 5 step guide: A Facelift Can Make All the Difference: If your pool has seen better days, but the structure itself is still sound,...
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Increase Your Home’s value: Best Backyard Upgrades
Daniela Escudero: Apr 17, 2025
Investing in a Pool: A Smart Financial and Lifestyle Choice For many homeowners, adding a swimming pool is more than an upgrade—it’s an investment in...
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From Old to Bold: Transforming Your Los Angeles Pool’s Shape
Remodeling Your Los Angeles Pool: The Perfect Time to Change Its Shape
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Thermal Shock: Why Temperature Swings Damage Tile & Stone
All swimming pools are alike, but the materials you install make them different and unique. These materials allow you to personalize the space and...
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Expansion Joints & Pool Cracks – What Every Homeowner Should Know
At J Designs Pool & Spa, we often get calls from homeowners worried about cracks in the tile around their pool’s waterline. The assumption? It may...