How Do I Choose a Gas Pool Heater? 5 Questions to Ask First
Your pool is getting chilly, summer is fading, and you’re not ready to cover it up yet. So you started shopping for a gas pool heater… and got buried in BTUs, efficiency ratings, and metal types. Sound familiar? Here’s the good news: picking the right heater comes down to 5 simple questions. Get them right […]
Swimming Pool Heaters: How to Pick a Replacement Unit
Your pool heater finally gave out. Before you buy a replacement, it’s worth taking a few minutes to do your homework. The right unit can save you hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs. The wrong one will cost more to run and wear out faster. Here’s what to know before you buy. Three […]
Pool Heat Pump or Gas Heater? Here Is How to Pick
A pool heat pump can cut your heating costs in half, or it can leave you standing on the deck at 68 degrees wondering why nothing is happening. Which one you get depends on three things: where you live, whether you have a spa, and how far ahead you plan your swims. Answer those and […]
Seamless Ways to Integrate Patio Umbrellas into a Gunite Pool
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
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
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 […]
Swimming Pool Sun Shelves: Uses, Benefits, and Design Ideas
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
—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
—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.
Choosing the Right Colors for Your Swimming Pool and Patio
—Creating a palette for features and elements Henry Ford once said you can have any color car you want, so long as it’s black. Swimming pools were once that way too, confined mostly to white plaster and blue waterline tile.