Swimming Pools & Hot Tubs

Opening a swimming pool for summer the right way makes the whole process easy and less time consuming. Follow these simple steps and have a trouble-free summer.

If you’ve been wanting an inground pool, why not create a design and plan for your own oasis to keep you cool as the temperatures heat up. Here are a number of pool ideas including new features of emerging trends.

Close your swimming pool for winter in a few easy steps to avoid any pool problems like algae when you open it later for the summer.

Need a trouble-free saltwater pool? Here is everything to know about maintenance and upkeep.

Metal-laden pool water can create a discoloration problem. Here is how to get rid of metal stains in a pool with water sourced from a well.

Cloudy pool water is caused by faulty filtration, improper chemical concentration, and/or environmental factors. Find out why your pool has cloudy water and learn how to easily fix it based on the cause.

You bought an above-ground pool and now you want to know what else to purchase. I will tell you about other items you may need to keep your pool looking fabulous.

You should shock your pool often to prevent cloudy pool water. It is best to shock at night because the UV rays will deplete the amount of free chlorine, making the shock ineffective.

Chlorine reacts with heavy metals and becomes oxidized, leaving tough metal stains in your pool parts and water. So pools with heavy metals (i.e copper) will turn green when chlorine is added. Here are the major causes of metals in a pool and how you can control metal stains.

A backyard swimming pool is a great addition for those with children home for the summer. Planning the assembly is the most important aspect, and I have provided the steps necessary for a successful job.

An improper balance of total alkalinity and pH may cause problems that are very expensive to reverse in a swimming pool. In this article, I show you how to balance the TA and pH easily.

If left unchecked, evaporation affects a pool's chemical balance and the integrity of the pumping and filtration systems. Here are several ways that you can estimate your pool's evaporation rate.

If you have been dying for a swimming pool in your backyard, but you don't want the expense and hassle of a built-in pool, maybe you should consider an above-ground swimming pool.

Intex pools are a wonderful, inexpensive option for families desiring an above-ground swimming pool. Learn how to clear up a cloudy Intex pool, and how to choose the right accessories to maintain the swimming fun through the summer.

This article will break down the types, sizes, and weights of winter pool covers so that you can choose the right kind for your pool.

This is my experience and unbiased review of the Intex Ultra-Frame Above-Ground Pool Set Review.