Having fun in the pool has no age limit. Here is a quick list of games to ensure your family has a great time in the pool. Invisi-Bottle Like many on this list, the game is simple. You need an empty clear 2 liter plastic bottle, preferably one with a white cap, or the same…
We all would like to be able to spend as much time as possible in our pool, but with the fall approaching, temperatures are soon going to drop. Here are a few ways to keep the summer rolling into the fall months without breaking the bank. Use a Solar Blanket This is something that every…
Premium Doughboy Liners are Heavier! There are 3 major reasons to purchase a Doughboy liner over a low-cost commodity liner: 1. Liner Thickness Doughboy liners are typically 40%-80% heavier in both weight and thickness. Doughboy liners have the same weight and thickness on both the sidewall and the bottom. Commodity liners typically have thicker, heavier…
Too Much Snow on the Pool Cover can be a Problem We have seen an incredible amount of snow this winter and it has been piling up on top of our winter covers. So the question is, “Do I have to do something about it?” Let me start off by saying that you do not…
Closing a Pool with Green Water Sure, you CAN close a green pool, but is it a good idea? No, not really. Why? Because closing a pool when its green is going to give you an even bigger problem in the spring or the next time you open it. When you are experiencing…
Winterizing an Above Ground Pool So, you’re ready to close up your above ground pool for the winter. While it may not bring a smile to your face, closing your pool the right way will make a huge difference on how it looks when you open it in the spring. You’ve got your winter closing…
How to Handle Pool Chemicals Safely Staying safe around water is important! We’ve got some tips on how to keep yourself and your loved ones safe around pool chemicals this summer. Using your pool chemicals the right way will safeguard the health of your swimmers. BioGuard, our premier chemical supplier, gives these tips on pool…
Is Your Pool Clean Enough for Swimming? Hey Guys! Let’s go swimming! Lots of us hear those joyous words when summer hits and the temperature rises. What could be better than spending the day outside, in the warm sun and a cool swimming pool. You’re all set for the outdoors, right? Lounge chair – check!…
How to Clean a Disgustingly Dirty Swimming Pool These days we often hear this question: “I just bought a foreclosed home with a swimming pool. The pool is a mess; what should I do?” People want to know if they should drain the pool if there is a vinyl liner, and the answer is No!The only…