As wonderful as structures and pathways can be, even less significant additions to your outdoor area can make a major impact when it comes to visual appeal and the overall milieu. When you have a general aesthetic or vibe in view and coordinate even the small details to contribute to it, you’ll be creating a […]
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Adding to the Outdoor Ambiance with Structures
When you think of structures that will enhance your backyard space, you probably think of more elaborate ones like gazebos and pergolas. And you’re not wrong. But even the most basic outdoor structure — the fence — can help visually enhance your space and create the ambiance you’re after. Like pathways, they can be both […]
Adding to the Outdoor Ambiance with Pathways
While the basic shape and type of pool you choose at the beginning would take a lot to change, the area surrounding your swimming pool can always be altered or embellished as your family’s needs and entertainment style develops through the years. If you start with a general idea or ambiance, you can always add […]
Be in the Know with New Materials for Pools, Part 2
If you’re considering materials for your upcoming backyard swimming pool, you may not realize how many options are available! While concrete and fiberglass are old standbys that certainly aren’t to be overlooked, they’re not the only possibilities. In our first post on this topic we explored two added material options available in today’s pool industry: […]
Be in the Know with New Materials for Pools, Part 1
If you’re ready to install a brand new pool, you don’t need to settle for your parents’ swimming pool. Yours can take on a whole new look and feel thanks to the new materials available in the swimming pool industry! As you would expect, each one has its pros and cons, and your choice will […]
The Perfect Addition to Your Poolside Patio: An Outdoor Pizza Oven
If you’re looking for a classy, creative way to extend your options for al fresco meals, an outdoor pizza oven might be just the thing! From an easy weeknight dinner for just you and your tribe to your big pool party to signal the start of summer, your outdoor oven will quickly become a focal […]
FAQs About Spool Pools
What do you get when you combine a pool with a spa? Mash those two fabulous additions to your outdoor space together and – voila – you get a spool! Arguably the best of both worlds, a spool takes up less space than a typical in-ground swimming pool, leaving plenty of space for the outdoor […]
A Few Fresh Ideas for Your Next Pool Party
If you’re ready to get a little more creative than grilling burgers or ordering pizza and using the same luau theme, we’re here with some fresh ideas for your next pool party! From creative themes to planning tips and ways to play your music of choice, we’re here to help you get your party started! […]
Good News: These Three Problems Aren’t RWIs
Even if you have your own private swimming pool, reading about Recreational Water Illnesses can be pretty disconcerting. So after a series of 4 posts about those frustrating possibilities (See parts 1, 2, 3 & 4), we thought we’d give you some good news! Contrary to some people’s assumptions, the following ailments cannot be transmitted […]
The Sun, Your Swimming Pool & Your Skin, Part 4
Did you know that despite a greater understanding today of what causes skin cancer, Melanoma rates have actually tripled over the past 35 years? Among other forms of skin protection, using broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 is an important factor in protecting your skin from this deadly form of cancer (see Parts 1, […]