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7 Best In-Pool Chairs for Your Sun Shelf or Tanning Ledge
Looking for the best in-pool chair you can place in the shallow area of your pool (aka the tanning ledge)? Spoiler alert: not all are created equal. Instead of providing a list of cheap pool chairs, today I’ll cover 7 of the best chairs for your tanning ledge on the market today. I’ll break down…
12 Luxury Pool Furniture Ideas to Transform Your Space
Tired of spending 50 dollars on cheap pool chairs that will probably fall apart after a year? Not all pool furniture and accessories are the same, and as the old saying goes, you do ‘get what you pay for’. Sure, can make your pool look like everyone else’s….or you can go above and beyond and…
8 Fun Baja Shelf and In-pool Furniture Options
When you mention pool furniture, many people think of the tables, chairs, sofas, and umbrellas that go around the pool, not in it. The reality is that there is an entire category of in-pool furniture designed for a baja shelf or tanning shelf literally in the pool, in the water. In this blog, I’ll break…
Around the Pool
Are Pool Enclosures Worth It? A 101 Guide for Beginners
Living in a place where the weather is less than ideal—too hot, humid, or too much rain? A pool enclosure might be a good investment. Pool enclosures protect your pool from the elements so you can enjoy your pool year-round; enclosures also keep debris, animals, and people out. Since you will need a fence for…
Pool Deck Too Hot? How to Cool Off Any Surface
We’ve all experienced a hot pool deck on a summer day, but is there anything you can do about it? The short answer is yes. There are several ways to reduce heat around your pool deck or surround depending on the surface. In this post, I’ll break down some common methods to cool down your…
9 Ways to Make Any Pool Feel Tropical
Ready to create your own poolside paradise? I’ve seen my fair share of pools over the years and can say the ones I’m most impressed by are those that look and feel like I’m on a tropical vacation. There are ways of accessorizing your outdoor pool space in a way that’s not cheesy, which is…
Pool Landscaping
Filling in a Pool 101: Pros, Cons, and What to Know
If you don’t want to keep your inground swimming pool for one reason or another, filling it in is the best option. I’ve seen some neglected pools over the years—they’re a real eyesore and make it difficult to sell even a desirable home. Most homeowners tend to reach out to professionals to undertake this process,…
Pool Landscaping: Rocks, Boulders & Stones 101
Looking to renovate your pool area landscaping? Rocks, boulders, and stones are a great place to start for to create that natural-looking pool area many people are seeking. Another benefit of landscaping using rocks is that they can (to an extent) minimize grass or weeds that may start growing around the perimeter of your pool…
Planting Palm Trees by Your Pool? What to Know
With more and more people working and entertaining from home, it’s a great move to cultivate a vacation-ready feel in your own backyard. One of the best ways to bring a tropical vibe to your backyard paradise is by planting a few palm trees. In this post, I’ll break down what you need to know…
Pool Maintenance
Pool Water Too Hot? 5 Cooling Solutions That Work
I personally can’t stand warm pool water, so I recently did research on a few different ways to cool down water to an ideal temperature of about 83 degrees. At the time of this post, I’m experiencing record breaking heat where I live so I figured it would be the perfect time to talk about…
The Owner’s Guide to Protecting a Vinyl Pool Liner
If you have a vinyl-lined pool (or are strongly considering one) it’s important to know a few differences these have in relation to pools made of concrete or gunite. Pools with liners have become pretty popular over the years, but do require a bit of specialized knowledge to protect and maintain. In this blog post,…
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How to Remove and Prevent Leaves in Your Pool [Guide]
When the fall comes..well, so do the leaves. As a pool owner, they will become a nuisance at best, if not a major problem, especially if you have a few large trees in the vicinity. In this post, I’ll break down why you should make leaf removal a necessity, the best way to remove leaves…
Pool Toys
7 Best RC Boats for the Pool: What to Know
No matter what type of pool you own or enjoy, remote-controlled or RC boats can be an incredibly fun toy to spend an afternoon enjoying by the pool. Even when it’s too cold to swim in your pool in the winter, RC boats make a great addition to any winter pool party. Since there are…
9 Best Luxury Pool Floats and What to Look For
Out of all the luxury or premium pool accessories you can purchase, the pool float category might not be the first thing that comes to mind. The fact of the matter is they are not created equal. Different materials, shapes, and sizes can make all the difference. So, what makes one considered premium or luxury?…
Pool Accessories
15 Flippin-Sweet Gift Ideas for Pool Owners
Looking for a good pool housewarming gift idea for that special someone? Truth be told, there are countless pool or pool-adjacent gift ideas you could go with depending on your budget. But not to worry, because today I’ll keep it simple, and break down a few of the best pool owner gift ideas I’ve seen…
Pool Pump Covers and Enclosures 101: What to Know
As a pool owner, one of the most common projects you’re bound to undertake is hiding or muffling your pool pump. If you’re looking to simply hide it, or incorporate it into a larger structure, you have both pump covers and entire enclosures to choose from depending on your needs. In this blog post, I’ll…
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Above-Ground and Inground Pool Lighting 101 [Guide]
As a pool owner, you have so many options for lighting the surface of your pool, whether it is an above-ground pool or an in-ground. While these dynamic effects are beautiful and luxurious, it’s can be overwhelming…but not to fear! Today I’ll break down the basics, from lighting types, to bulbs, to programming. Tip: Before…
Diving Board vs Diving Rock: What to Know
If you’re in the market for a new pool, or renovating an existing pool, you have a couple of options when it comes to your dive platform. While diving boards are a popular choice, diving rocks are a popular alternative and rapidly trend right now in pool design. Today I wanted to take a minute…
What to Know About Installing Bottom of Pool Designs
Adding a design to the bottom of your pool? You’ve got a couple of options depending on the use case and budget. Adding custom emblems or graphics can be a great idea if you are looking to add that extra ‘pop’ to your swimming pool, and also extremely effective branding if that is your goal.…