7 Ideas for a Rustic or Countryside Swimming Pool Design

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—Superb style tactics beyond the rock waterfall If you are building a gunite swimming pool and prefer a woodsy or countryside-style aesthetic, a number of appealing features and elements are available to help achieve that look.

Seamless Ways to Integrate Patio Umbrellas into a Gunite Pool

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From tanning ledges to swim-up bars, adding style and shade to your pool & spa Swimming pools and patio umbrellas make great backyard companions. When you see one, you often find the other. After all, when the temperature soars, having a spot for retreating from the beating sun makes outdoor living more comfortable.

Pool, Patio & Backyard Privacy Solutions: Fencing, Landscaping

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Your backyard should feel like a retreat, not a fishbowl. Whether you’re swimming laps, relaxing in a spa, or grilling with family, it’s hard to fully unwind when neighbors have a clear view into your space. The good news: there are plenty of ways to add privacy to a pool, patio, or outdoor living area, […]

How to Finance an Inground Pool: 8 Questions Answered

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Ready to build or upgrade your backyard pool but unsure about the financing? You’re not alone. Pool financing can be confusing. Credit pulls, liens, stage funding. We’ve answered the eight questions homeowners ask most, so you can move forward with confidence. What credit score do I need to get approved? Most lenders require a minimum […]

What is a rain curtain water feature on a swimming pool?

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—Aka: rain walls, water curtains, or rain descents When would you actually want rain to come down on your swimming pool? If the falling “rain” is from a tall, stunning water feature that enhances your pool’s beauty and outdoor ambiance.

Multi-level Pool Deck Ideas—With Photo Examples

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—Achieving better looks, versatility, and functionality for backyard leisure In addition to providing a solution to a sloping property or disparate elevation between the house and yard, a deck with two or more tiers around a swimming pool delivers excellent functionality, an attractive outdoor space, and clearer “zoning” for various backyard activities.

Swimming Pool Sun Shelves: Uses, Benefits, and Design Ideas

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A sun shelf (also called a tanning ledge or Baja bench) is a shallow platform built inside your pool where you can lounge in just 6 to 9 inches of water. It sounds simple, but it tends to become the most-used feature in the entire pool. Sun shelves reach their full potential in a custom […]

5 Technology Upgrades Your Swimming Pool Should Have

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—Beauty, comfort, health, convenience, and water and energy savings Your new or remodeled inground pool may come equipped with some fundamentals such as a variable-speed pump for energy efficiency and automatic pool cleaner for convenience.

Benefits of Outdoor TVs for Backyard Living

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—Considerations for choosing and placing waterproof TVs in poolside settings Guest Expert: Posh UK Setting up an outdoor TV by your swimming pool offers a smart way to enhance your outdoor space, blending indoor comfort with the beauty of the outdoors.

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