A swimming pool in your backyard doesn't have to be an unnatural, attention-drawing object. The one thing that was keeping me from installing a new pool in my yard was the fact that I didn't want a pool that would take away from the natural setting. I loved the look of the landscaping framed by natural woods and I wanted to maintain that appearance. After working with a wonderful pool contractor, I found that I could have both — a swimming pool and a natural-looking yard. This blog will provide you with tips to help you achieve just that.
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10 May 2016
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.
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10 May 2016
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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10 May 2016
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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10 May 2016
Outdoor wooden furniture needs a little extra maintenance. Wood is a material that is not naturally waterproof. It can get warped and swollen when it gets wet or the temperature suddenly changes. Because of this, wooden furniture that you keep outside needs to be sealed regularly. Even extremely durable wood species like teak need to be maintained over the years. Here is how you can refinish a wooden piece of furniture to restore the waterproof finish and ultimately lengthen the life of the piece.
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