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Pool Spas

2008-12-30T14:57:34Z

The about.com website is the go-to place for expert advice on thousands of topics both popular and obscure. Pool spas are just one of the many topics that about.com covers. On http://www.swimming.about.com/od/swimming/poolsandspas , you’ll find 60 articles on pool and spa maintenance alone. In addition to the articles, there are discussion threads populated with both novice pool spa buyers looking to get their questions answered and more experienced buyers and experts who are more than willing to answer any questions and concerns. Take your time going through the pool spas section of the about.com website. More than likely, any questions you may have will already be addressed.

Aqua Magazine is a periodical that covers the pool and spa industries, both in print and online. On their website, http://www.aquamagazine.com, there are archives of every article ever published in the print. Among the articles found is the “Annual Guide to the Most Professional Spa and Pool Dealers in the Country”. There you’ll find nationwide dealers that gets Aqua Magazine’s seal of approval. On the magazine’s website, you’ll also find a buyer’s guide, where potential pool spa buyers are able to search Aqua Magazine’s database to find pool spa products, companies, and brands. In addition to the buyer’s guide, the magazine has over 1,700 listings of all suppliers and manufacturers. The full listings can also be found online.

When looking to acquire a pool spa, you’ll have to visit a whole lot of websites and do a whole lot of research. However, starting with the pool spa section on about.com and researching local companies on Aqua Magazine’s website will definitely put you on the right track to pool spa ownership.

Sunscreen

2008-12-30T14:54:06Z

Along with the beach towels, hot dogs for the grill, and your favorite beach read, bring plenty of sunscreen to the backyard festivities.

Extra care should be taken for children when they can potentially be exposed to excessive sun. Never let them in the sun without generous amounts of sunscreen. Babies younger than six months shouldn’t be out in the sun at all. If your baby has to be out in the sun, make sure to cover up exposed skin with clothing. Sunscreen should be applied to their face and hands.

When looking at different types of sunscreen, you should always go for the higher SPF number. The higher the number, the more protection you get. Don’t think that your 30 SPF sunscreen can last for hours and hours under the harsh sunlight. First off, you should apply sunscreen 30 minutes before you even venture out into the sun. If you go in the water or perspire, you should definitely reapply the sunscreen. If you’re not sweating up a storm or swimming laps in your pool, reapply the sunscreen every two hours.

Most people seem to think that if they’re heading for the backyard instead of the beach, they can forget about the sunscreen. The rays of the sun are harsh and unforgiving, whether you’re in your family’s backyard pool or at a public beach. Do your family’s skin a favor and stock up on the sunscreen!

Pool Test Kits

2008-12-30T14:48:13Z

Having the right combination of chemicals can only be determined with one of a variety of swimming pool test kits. It should be thoroughly understood that having the right testing kit makes the difference between whether your pool is safe for people to swim in or poses a health risk.

Swimming pool test kits are not meant to be used compulsively. This means that over testing can be just as bad for your pool as not testing enough. Swimming pool test kits are valuable tools but are not the only gauge for safe water conditions in the swimming pool.

When you are looking to purchase a swimming pool test kit, let us help. We can provide you with access to a variety of swimming pool test kits that are designed for a variety of different swimming pools. Not all test kits are created equal and we can help you discover the differences as well as to help you purchase a swimming pool test kit that’s right for your particular swimming pool.

Once you have purchased the right swimming pool test kit, be sure to follow the directions of the kit in terms of how often to test and how to interpret the results. Safely enjoying your pool means keeping the water clear, clean and free from germs that can cause people to get sick. Using swimming pool test kits to conduct regular testing can help to achieve this.

Pool Covers

2008-12-30T14:45:09Z

Safety swimming pool covers provide extra safety measures in case someone falls onto the cover. Safety covers are typically also of a very strong material that keeps your pool safe from the elements and vandalism.

Solar swimming pool covers harness the power of the sun’s rays to help keep your pool’s water temperature from becoming uncomfortably cool. Solar covers are different from other pool covers because they absorb the sun and turn into energy that the water uses to stay warm. Solar covers don’t provide as much security and should be monitored around children and pets that cannot swim.

Winter swimming pool covers provide coverage for pools that need coverage for the entire winter season. These types of covers are made of a heavy duty material such as tarpaulin, are weighty and tend to stay in place very well when exposed to elements such as snow and ice.

Choosing a swimming pool cover can be challenging but don’t feel you have to make the decision alone. We can help you decide on which one of the best swimming pool covers is right for your pool.

Swimming pool covers come in a variety of shapes, sizes and prices. Let us help you with a factory standard or a custom built cover if you have a special pool that requires a special cover.

Chemical Safety

2008-12-30T14:40:29Z

Swimming pool chemicals are not to be taken lightly. Not only are they responsible for controlling the cleanliness of your swimming pool’s water, they must be stored and handled properly so that they do not propose a hazard in the locations where they are kept when not in use.

When it comes to getting in the water, you must have the proper balance of swimming pool chemicals to guarantee clean water. Swimming pool chemicals include sanitizers, stabilizers, shocks, balancers and algaecide. All of these chemicals should be handled and distributed to your pool according to the instructions provided by the manufacturer.

We can help you maintain safe use of the swimming pool chemicals your pool needs. Give us a call today. We have pool specialists who are familiar with many different types of pools, generators, pumps and other methods you may be using to keep your pool safe.

We believe you should never have to guess about how to keep your swimming pool safe. No matter what swimming pool chemicals you may have need of, we can help you with administering, swimming pool chemical choices and more.

Swimming pool chemicals are not an option for your pool. Understanding which chemicals to use and how to apply them doesn’t have to be a headache or an ordeal but it does require the knowledge of what to apply, when and how much. Let us help with each step.

Cover Reels

2008-12-30T14:35:39Z

There are many different kinds of pool covers. Likewise there are a variety of swimming pool cover reels that you can use with your cover. This means you need to determine the type of pool cover you’re going to use and which swimming pool cover reels you’re going to use with that particular cover.

We believe the process of deciding which cover and the appropriate swimming pool cover reels should not be a headache or an ordeal. We can help with a variety of choices and by providing knowledge about which swimming pool cover reels are appropriate.

Swimming pool cover reels are the support system that makes it possible for your swimming pool cover to stay firmly in place and provide the maximum coverage for your pool. If you don’t have the right swimming pool cover reels, you can’t expect your cover to stay in place or be as effective as it should be. Don’t risk the safety of your family or others by having the wrong swimming pool cover reels installed or using them with an incorrect type of swimming pool cover.

Swimming pool cover reels come in a variety of shapes, sizes and prices and not all reels will work with all swimming pool covers. When you need help deciding on the right cover and swimming pool cover reels, let us help you with your swimming pool cover and swimming pool cover reels needs. Give us a call today.

Chlorine

2008-12-30T14:30:53Z

Chlorine is regarded as one of the safest, easiest and lowest priced sanitizers for your pool. It works quickly to destroy bacteria in that can be harmful to people who enter the water. The way chlorine works is that it is a halogen which breaks down into chemicals that create clean water by oxidizing the bacteria found in your pool.

Although chlorine is an excellent way to keep your pool water clean and clear, it is a very temporary means and must be repeated regularly in order to maintain the maximum coverage for the water. Another consideration for chlorine is the strong odor it has. For many people, the smell of chlorine is okay but for some, it can be overwhelming, particularly if too much chlorine is used.

Chlorine can also be responsible for leaving that strong odor on your skin, which can be hard to remove. Those who have sensitive skin may also suffer with allergic reactions to pools that have the incorrect amount of chlorine in them. Itching and irritation are definite warning signs and should not be ignored if you are still in the pool.

Creating a clean pool atmosphere that family and friends can enjoy means you must keep the water sanitized so that it is clear, clean and free from germs that can cause people to get sick or have an allergic reaction. Proper sanitization with chlorine along with regular testing can achieve this.

Zodiac

2008-12-29T23:56:29Z

Your pool will provide you with many hours of joy and the Zodiac products will make your pool all the more inviting. Their products help with the day to day care as well as maintenance chores of your pool. Filtration and circulations all contribute to keeping the water in your pool crystal clear. You want the water sanitized with Chlorine, but you also need to keep it well filtered. Zodiac has the products to help you with those needs. Heating care is also needed to maintain the health of your pools water.

Automatic pool cleaners make the pool-owners job much easier, but you will still need to clean the baskets of your pool skimmer and the filter. You should also test the PH and chlorine levels if you do not have an advanced water treatment system. Zodiac wants to ensure your pool will be free of bacteria and algae with as little effort from you as possible.

When choosing to built or install a pool, be sure to consider the pool care equipment you will need. Zodiac has a wide range of products to help make your pool the envy of all of the neighbors.

Zodiac’s history dates back almost a century. They pride themselves in providing customers with the information and products they need to make owning a pool more enjoyable and easy. Zodiac products are among the best in the world providing the best to the following areas; US, Europe, Australasia and South Africa

Winter Pool Covers

2008-12-29T23:54:52Z

Choosing a winter pool cover is not the same as choosing a pool covering you use just for overnight covering. Winter pool covers are made from a strong material such as a tarpaulin. These covers are also fashioned with hooks or other fasteners that help to secure the pool cover so that it stays in place during the entire winter.

In warmer climates where snow and other types of in climate weather are not a consideration, you can invest in a winter pool cover of moderate or medium weight. This is perhaps the only difference between warm and cold winter climates because you still need a pool cover that is strong enough to stay securely in place and prevent breakage if weight is applied to it.

In cold climates, winter pool covers must be sturdy enough to hold the weight of snow or ice. Even if you clear the cover regularly, it must be able to maintain a cover over the pool so that an opening does not present a hazard.

A part of winterizing your pool is covering it with a winter pool cover that will protect your pool from the winter elements and have it in good condition when you are ready to uncover it and start using it again the following spring or summer. Investing in a quality winter pool cover will provide you with many years of excellent coverage.

Wholesale Pool Supplies

2008-12-29T23:52:26Z

You will be viewed as a retailer so it is imperative that you adhere to any state & local taxation policies & collect & remit those taxes for equipment to the authorities regularly. Now often the services you deliver directly to your end-user customers are not taxed as services but the products you buy from wholesale & resell to your end-user customers are usually taxable.

So you may be asking what’s the best way to choose a supplier?

It is important to find a supplier who can deliver all the supplies you will need to service your customer – one supplier is best so you can get the best deals on volume purchases. Knowing where to locate dealers too & what they carry is important.

Normally, as a consumer you will be looking for replacement parts, items you need to maintain your pool or improve it. You might need to resurface your deck, need glue to repair something, or reseal something. Heaters for commercial use may also be required for in-ground pools. You might need filters, lights, materials to make a diving board, make a ladder into a slide, items to repair tiles, coatings you need while painting, plaster repair materials, plugs for generators, covers of all types & other items for your above-ground pool.

Before you choose the first wholesale pool supplies dealer you run across on the web or in the yellow pages, know what you’re looking for. Have your list at hand. This will help when you contact the potential supplier to know what you need.

The internet these days can help educate you before you go looking for your supplies.

It is also important to ask for or already know the business history of your potential suppliers. Know their business associations & ask potential vendors for wholesale pool supplies for professional business & consumer references too.

What Color Is Your Swimming Pool

2008-12-29T23:50:35Z

Alan Sanderfoot was an editor and associate publisher of AQUA magazine, the leading magazine that follows the pool and spa industry. Since AQUA magazine, in both print and online versions, is chock full of information on every single aspect of the pool and spa industry, it is obvious that Alan Sanderfoot knows what he’s talking about.

“What Color is Your Swimming Pool?” is bursting at the seams with information on pools and spas, as well as the latest in pool technology. In his book, Sanderfoot teaches such useful things as how to care for filters, pumps, motors and heaters, how to clean your pool, and even how to make some minor repairs yourself. On http://www.amazon.com, customers said they really liked the fact that “What Color Is Your Swimming Pool” is accessible for the absolute novice. However, in Sanderfoot’s book, there’s something for everyone, even the most experienced pool maintenance junkies.

If you own a pool but are not crazy about outsourcing your maintenance tasks, look no further than Sanderfoot’s book. The good thing about this book us is that you don’t have to be a pool guy with twenty years experience to get something out of it. Sanderfoot tailored “What Color Is Your Swimming Pool?” for all levels. You have the pool and you have the accessories lying around your backyard. There’s nothing left to do except to go to your local bookstore or http://www.amazon.com and get “What Color Is Your Swimming Pool?”

Waterfalls And Waterwalls

2008-12-29T23:48:10Z

They are also quite commonly used around a pool area as an element of design. No matter where you plan on utilizing waterfalls and waterwalls, there are a few things that you are going to want to keep in mind. The first thing that you should do before shopping is figure out exactly what your budget is. The main reason for this is because there are so many products of varying price that you will want to make sure that you understand what you can afford so you don’t waste time looking at things that are out of your price range. The good news is that there are many companies these days producing waterfalls and waterwalls at truly affordable prices. This is great news for consumers that though they might not be able to afford these products in the past.

Another thing that you are going to want to think about is where you plan on installing the feature wall. There will be certain requirements and limitations to meet when installing waterfalls and waterwalls. This is why it is important to know exactly when the feature wall will be going before you purchase it. This is the best way to make sure that you don’t run into any problems when trying to install a product after you have already purchased it. The good news is that there are a ton of products available for almost every application you can think of. This is the reason that you should have such a hard time trying to find waterfalls and waterwalls that are perfect for the location you have selected

Vinyl Liner Pools

2008-12-29T23:46:43Z

They are commonly less expensive than other in ground applications and they are also much less labor intensive than many of the other in ground pools. However this will vary depending on where you live as well as what style and design of vinyl liner pools you choose. The good news is that these products have come a long way in recent years and there is currently a ton of great options for people that are interested in purchasing these products. In the past, vinyl liner pools have typically not been available in many different styles. In fact, most of these pools were built in a very rectangular style that wasn’t very appealing to people looking for something a little more unique. The good news is that these days vinyl liner pools come in so many different shapes and styles that there is bound to be something that suits your tastes and needs. This is the reason that there are so many different people that have been starting to take advantage of these great options.

Another one of the great options that is available for vinyl liner pools is interior finishing. There is around 15 different patterns that are available for the interior giving you the opportunity to make your pool look truly unique. This is great news for people that worried their pool would end up looking like every other vinyl pool. This is the reason that so many people these days are starting to get interested in all of the great opportunities that are available for adding a personal touch to vinyl liner pools.

The Ultimate Pool Maintenance Manual

2008-12-29T23:44:43Z

Tamminen’s 528 page tome are chock full of easy to follow instructions on various aspects of pool maintenance. One of the highlights of “The Ultimate Pool Maintenance Manual” is “Tricks of the Trade”, where Tamminen passes to the reader many tips that he’s learned throughout his many years in the pool business. It’s just one of his ways to make pool maintenance easier for the novice pool owner. Another thing Tamminen did in “The Ultimate Pool Maintenance Manual” is categorize the tasks in the book as easy, advanced, or professional.

Tamminen, otherwise known as “pool man to the stars”, includes the work he has done on celebrities’ pools in “The Ultimate Pool Maintenance Manual”. Throughout the book, Tamminen introduces celebrities and sports stars from their pools. For example, there is a detailed description of John McEnroe’s pool filter.

On http://www.amazon.com, customers highly praised “The Ultimate Pool Maintenance Manual”. They liked the fact that Tamminen kept the novice in mind while at the same time providing grist for the more experienced reader. Whatever your pool maintenance level, there is something for you in Tamminen’s book. If you’re a pool fanatic who can’t wait to get their hands dirty working on their pool, then “The Ultimate Pool Maintenance Manual” is the book you should have right beside you in all of your pool maintenance endeavors.

The Ultimate Guide To Ag Pools

2008-12-29T23:40:17Z

“The Ultimate Guide to AG Pools” is one of the few great do-it-yourself guides to installing and maintaining your pool. While most pool maintenance books tell you to call a contractor, Tamminen guides both novices and the more experienced through each individual step. Many pictures throughout the book help you throughout the process.

Among the many things that Tamminen will teach you in his easy to understand instructions are: how to select the right pool from many types, how to budget your pool installation project, how to estimate costs, how to inexpensively heat your pool, and even guides you to places and websites where you can get inexpensive generic parts.

“The Ultimate Guide to AG Pools” has gotten glowing reviews on http://www.amazon.com, praising the photo-illustrated installation and repair guides, the easy to understand instructions, and the fact that Tamminen made the complex business of installing and maintaining your pool accessible to the absolute beginner. If you’re thinking that a pool will be too costly to maintain or that hiring a contractor is way out of your budget, Tamminen does everything in his power to address your concerns. “The Ultimate Guide to AG Pools” is the best gift for those who want to have a pool in these tough economic times.