Figuring out the right kind of lighting to use inside your pool is important, but it’s not the only area to think about when it comes to pool illumination. As we mentioned in the first article of this series (see Part 1, 2, 3 & 4), it’s also a wise idea to include plenty of […]
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Pros & Cons of Fiber-Optic Lights for Your Pool
Pool lighting is a wonderful way to promote safety and improve the look of your backyard pool area. In our investigation of pool lighting options (see Part 1, 2 & 3), we’ve already explored some of the pros and cons of both traditional incandescent lights and the increasingly popular LED lights. Fiber-optic lights are another […]
Pros & Cons of LED Lights for Your Pool
In everything from automobiles to home lighting to pool lighting, LED lights seem to be the wave of the future. These lights have earned their popularity for a number of solid reasons. In this third installment of this three-part series of articles (see Part 1 & 2), we’ll take a look at some of the […]
Pros & Cons of Incandescent Lighting for Your Pool
Finding the ideal lights for your pool area can be a challenge. As we pointed out in the first article of this series, pool lighting is a necessity for both safety and style. Aside from your basic outdoor light fixtures, putting in some additional external and internal lighting for both your swimming pool and the […]
Choosing the Right Lighting for Your Swimming Pool
One of the most important items to include when it comes to installing a backyard pool is adequate lighting. Though lighting might seem like an insignificant afterthought, it’s really a vital part of maintaining your pool’s safety. It can also be a way to add a touch of personalized style to your backyard oasis. Install […]
Four More Swimming Pool Additions You’ll Adore
As significant as pool heaters and automatic pool covers are to your standard of living and standard of swimming, there are some other must-have luxury swimming pool additions we think you’ll want to consider. Even if you’re not ready to spring for them right away, planning for them during your initial swimming pool installation can […]
Evaluating the Cost of Heating Your Swimming Pool
We all realize that a heated pool will prove to be much more enjoyable than an unheated pool. But at what cost? Not only does the initial price of a pool heater deter some, but the ongoing cost of running them can also be a downside. In addition to financial cost, today’s environmentally conscious homeowners […]
Why You Should Consider Installing a Backyard Swimming Pool – Part 3
There are all sorts of great reasons to consider getting a pool. Thus far, we’ve explored some of the health benefits of installing a pool, as well as some of the relationship benefits. Next, we’ll look at some reasons why it could be a smart move for you to make financially. There’s no question that […]
Why You Should Consider Installing a Backyard Swimming Pool – Part 2
Choosing to install a pool is a major decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly. In the first article of this series, we looked at some personal reasons why you may want to consider getting a pool. In this article, we’ll take a look at some benefits to pool ownership that have to do with family […]
Why You Should Consider Installing a Backyard Swimming Pool – Part 1
Maybe you’re like any number of homeowners out there who have gone back and forth debating whether or not to get a pool in their backyard. There are all sorts of factors to ponder, including the initial and continual costs involved in installation and upkeep, return on investment, and many personal benefits. While taking the […]