July, the 7th month of the year, is known for many things. July is National Hot Dog Month with the annual Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest in Coney Island, New York, on July 4th, our nation’s [...]
The colors you see in your pool can reveal a lot about it. Many think that pool water is blue, but that is just an optical illusion that has to do with the color of your pool surface. Ultimately, [...]
As a commercial pool owner, it is essential to have the right chemicals on hand to keep your pool clean and safe for guests. In this article, we will be comparing some of the most commonly used [...]
It is that time of year when we all celebrate those things for which we are thankful – family, friendship, health, etc. But have you ever thought about what your pool might be thankful for? There [...]
About Algae Algae are one-celled non-flowering organisms, typically of aquatic plant life that shows up in your pool. Algae can reproduce rapidly by photosynthesis if all the stars are aligned [...]
As a pool owner, you want to keep your pool water safe for swimmers. Part of this responsibility includes understanding the calculated task of balancing water chemistry. If you don’t have a [...]
There is so much more to swimming pools than meets the eye. And in order for your pool water to appear clear and clean to the eye, proper water chemistry needs to be maintained. Maintaining [...]
Balance is important in everything we do. If you have too much or too little of something, this can cause problems. This rings true with our swimming pool. Our pool water must be balanced to [...]
We have all heard the old adage “April Showers, Bring May Flowers”. Those showers also bring concerns to our swimming pools. When it rains, there are many effects that the rainwater can have on [...]
Pool chemicals are a must for every pool. They are used to maintain healthy water for bathers. Knowing how to use, store, and dispose of your chemicals is a top priority. Even if you have a [...]