Author: John Parker
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Great Gifts for Pool Owners and Their Families (including the Dog)
Dive into our guide to the most unique and thoughtful gifts for pool owners. Whether you’re shopping for an avid swimmer who loves to start their day with laps or a sun-seeker who simply adores lounging by the water with a good book, we have something for everyone. Our list of best gifts for pool…
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How Long Do Pool Pumps Last? Signs That Your Pump Needs Replacing
Fortunately, pool pumps generally last quite a long time so it should be many years after yours is installed before you need to think about replacing it. If you do need to replace your pool pump then it is not a difficult job, unless you need to change the plumbing. It is possible to fix…
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Swimming Pool Temperature for Seniors, Babies, Toddlers and Laps
Everyone has an opinion about what the perfect pool temperature is, and in most cases, it is just that, an opinion. A pool temperature that some people consider to be warm others, particularly seniors, may consider cold. If you like to swim lengths then the ideal pool temperature for swimming will be lower than if…
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When and How Often to Shock a Hot Tub
Shocking your hot tub is important and should be a regular part of your maintenance routine. The amount of water in a hot tub is relatively small (when compared to a swimming pool), so the levels of contaminants can increase very quickly if you use the hot tub frequently. Shocking and keeping the pH and…
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How Long After Shocking a Hot Tub Can You Use It?
After shocking a hot tub or spa, you must know how long to wait. Using a hot tub too soon after it is shocked can lead to problems, but not with the hot tub itself, which is a problem for hot tub users. The time you should wait before you go in a hot tub…
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Why Is My Sand Filter Blowing Sand in The Pool? This May Be Why!
If you have noticed sand piling up on your swimming pool floor lately, it means that there is something wrong with your sand filter – unless you live in a desert of course! While some problems require help from a professional, there are a few ways you can fix the problem yourself. Let’s take a…
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6 Benefits of a Saltwater Pool
Designing a pool and choosing its systems can be a big challenge when you own a house and decide to have a pool built. One of the things you will need to decide is whether to have a salt water pool or use chlorine. These are some of the benefits of salt water pools over…
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How Long Should You Stay in A Hot Tub?
Ending a stressful week with a long soak in a hot tub can be invigorating. You let all your troubles melt away, but if you feel like something else might also melt, you have been in that hot tub for far too long. But how long should your hot tub session last? Generally, you should…
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How to Add Stabilizer to Pool – Easy Guide to CYA
A pool conditioner or stabilizer is a chemical used to protect your pool’s chlorine from the sun’s UV rays, which makes chlorine evaporate. Adding the right amount at the right time will save a lot of time and effort in purchasing more chlorine. You will need to test your pool’s water chemistry and cyanuric acid…
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8 Tips on How to Lower Chlorine Levels in a Pool
When the temperature starts to rise, many of us are desperate to open up our backyards once again to pool parties, family barbecues, and plenty of laughs. But what if your chlorine levels are too high to allow swimming to take place? This article will give you 8 tips on how to lower chlorine levels in…