There are 10.6 million swimming pools in the U. S 50.6% In ground 47.1% above ground and 2.9% commercial pools Swimming is the 4th most popular sport or activity in the US Swimming is the most popular recreational activity for ages 7-17 in the U.S. 65% don’t know how […]
Monthly Archives: February 2014
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Getting Rid of Swimming Pool Algae Are you having a huge party and now your pool water is green? Or are you the kind of person who constantly has green pool water no matter what you do? Does it seem like there is no way to get rid of […]
Cleaning your pool includes: vacuuming, skimming, and brushing. If you do these tasks every week, you will keep your pool clean. It also helps to keep algae, stains, and cloudy water from occurring. I like to compare it to brushing your teeth. If you didn’t brush your teeth everyday, you […]
Is it almost time to open your swimming pool? Maybe you’re a first time pool owner or perhaps you’ve had someone maintain your pool before and you want to start. What better time than now? How To: Prepare Your Pool for Opening! This short, informative guide will prepare you and […]
Basic Pool Chemistry 101 There are 2 basic elements to pool chemistry: water balance and sanitation. Water Balance Your pool water is delicate, and in order to reach perfect pool harmony, it must be balanced. Balancing your pool means keeping the pH of the water between 7.2 and 7.6, which […]