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How Are Gunite Pools Installed?
A backyard swimming pool can give you a cool place to relax in the summer. There's no need to go elsewhere when you can go for a swim in the privacy of your own property. Pools can be constructed from a number of materials, but gunite has many advantages. Gunite is a type of concrete that is applied with a nozzle in the desired location. It's a great material for pools because it creates a smoother surface than other types of concrete.
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How You Can Benefit From Professional Swimming Pool Services
If you have a pool, or you will be having a pool installed in the near future, you will want to consider hiring a company for the swimming pool services that they offer. If you are not familiar with such services, you will want to continue reading. This way, you will have a better understanding of what you could expect from such services. Here are some of the benefits you can expect to receive:
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3 Things to Consider When Choosing the Location for Your New Hot Tub
If you have decided to add a hot tub to your home this spring, you need to decide where to put your new spa. Your new spa location is very important, as you want the location to be both functional and usable. There are various factors you need to consider as you determine where the spa should go. #1 How Will You Use the Spa First, consider how you intend to use the spa.
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3 Reasons To Keep Your Pool's Water Chemically Balanced
If you have a swimming pool in your backyard, you probably already know that you need to remove debris and keep the water clean. However, when it comes to taking care of the water, you also need to ensure that it stays chemically balanced for some of the reasons discusses below. 1. Prevents Irritation One reason your pool chemicals need to be balanced is that there is a chance that too much can cause irritation.
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How To Tell When To Replace A Pool Liner
Pool liners protect your above ground pool's walls from water damage, as they can quickly become corroded or worn due to water exposure. However, over time, pool liners can become worn and damaged, opening the door to severe structural damage to your pool walls, which can be expensive to repair or replace. Understanding what to look for to determine when your pool liner needs to be replaced can help you save money in the long run.
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Turn Your Bland Inground Pool Into A Romantic Escape
If you have a backyard inground pool, but find it a bit boring, and would like to make it a more romantic spot, then you have lots of options. A pool can be lots of fun during the day, but it can also be a sexy and romantic spot for your and your partner to enjoy at night. Below you will find three suggestions on how to create this atmosphere. The first one has to do with lighting because lighting is a great way to set the mood.
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4 Common Pool Repair Needs That Are Discovered When Opening Time Comes
When it is time to open your pool, you may be expecting to only have to do a minimal amount of work to get your pool together for a summer full of swimming. Often, pool owners are surprised with repairs that are needed before any swimming can be done. Many of these problems are due to improper winterization and damaged equipment. Here are some of the common problems that you may be facing when it comes time to open your pool:
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How To Smooth A Wrinkled In-Ground Pool Liner
If you have a a pool liner in your residential in-ground pool, the tricky part is keeping it free of wrinkles, since it is usually made of vinyl. Wrinkles typically occur from chemical conditions, or from snow or rain. You don't have ot buy a new pool liner. Here are some tips to fix wrinkles in a pool liner in your in-ground pool. Prepare to Work For this project, you need:
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2 Tips To Prevent Your Portable Hot Tub's Spa Shell From Cracking
Installing a portable spa tub in your backyard can be a good way to add something new to your home. A spa tub that is well maintained can often last years without any issues. While portable spa tubs are often durable, they are not immune from shell cracks. Shell cracks are small cracks that occur in the shell of the tub. While the cracks may initially appear small, they can grow larger and may eventually cause the tub to leak.
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3 Steps To Make Sure Your Pool Opening Is A Success For A Summer Full Of Swimming
Having a swimming pool can be a great addition to your home that comes with a lot of maintenance. If you want to be able to enjoy the pool this summer, opening it with the right tasks is important. This can include making sure equipment is setup properly and that the water chemical levels are just right. If you want to have a summer full of swimming without pool problems, here are some of the tasks that need to be done when opening your pool this year:
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