The first 30 days after a swimming pool has been plastered are the most important. It is critical that the plaster is properly cured. This is done by maintaining a proper balance in the pool waters chemistry and maintaining it throughout the life of the pool. When starting up the pool the main objective will..
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By now, most of us Northerners have shut down our pools in preparation for the winter season. Let’s face it, unless you are a polar bear and enjoy frigid cold-water temps you aren’t going to be swimming after November. However, there may still be a few of you out there that have delayed the inevitable and..
When it comes to closing your plaster pool for the winter there are three goals for most homeowners: Preserve the quality of pool water Secure all pool equipment Protect the pools plaster surface Water freezes, it’s pretty simple. When the temperature dips below 32 degrees Fahrenheit the water in your pool will begin to freeze. ..
Gunite swimming pools are one of the most popular options for homeowners. Building a Gunite pool requires a crew to dig a hole in the desired shape, the installation of plumbing, and a rebar grid that is the framework of the structure. The steel rebar frame is secured in place using wire. Once this has..
If you are one of the people that has managed to install a swimming pool in your backyard, you are living the dream of thousands upon thousands of people everywhere. After all, who doesn’t love jumping into the water of a pool on a hot and sunny day? While your pool may currently be in..