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The Pool Ledge

A therapeutic thermal ledge has many popular names- sun shelf, tanning ledge, Baja shelf, shallow water platform, lounge area, and Shamu ledge, to name the most popular ones. It was born from the need for an area near the pool to cool off from the...

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Pool Party Safety Tips for Parents to Protect Kids

Have you ever tried to relax at a pool party with kids running around—your toddler hanging on your leg, people chatting, drinks flowing—and thought,...

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Guide to Pool Hardscape Options: Grass, Concrete, Pavers & More!

So, you’ve decided to get a pool—fantastic! But wait… what goes around the pool? That’s where hardscaping comes in. Hardscape is a fancy way of...

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Does Your Pool Plaster Look Tired?

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

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 Pool’s Shape

Remodeling Your Pool: The Perfect Time to Change Its Shape

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How to Restore Pool Water After a Wildfire: Step-by-Step Recovery Guide

Wildfires devastate landscapes and introduce harmful chemicals into the air, water, and surrounding environment. If a wildfire has affected your...

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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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Pollen in Pools: Causes, Problems & Best Removal Tips

Why Pollen Is a Problem for Pools Pollen floats on the water's surface during springtime and is not easily oxidized (eliminated) by chlorine. Because...

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The Benefits of Cold Plunges

A Brief History of Cold Plunges Cold plunges, or ice baths, are part of an ancient practice known as cryotherapy. The word "cryo" comes from the...

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