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Swimming Pools & Water Fountains & Ponds : Home & Garden
Pool Maintenance Information
Swimming pool maintenance involves a number of factors. Some tasks, such as monitoring the pool chemical balance, are ongoing tasks that are performed daily or weekly. Swimming pool cleaning is another routine weekly task. Other swimming pool maintenance tasks focus on keeping the swimming pool's eq
Get More Use From Your Pool With A Pool Heater
Installing a swimming pool is a large investment and the cost of maintaining it is not insignificant. To make the most of this investment you should consider installing a pool heater. This will extend the swimming season and make the pool usable all day.
The Solar Pool Cover - Extending Your Pool Season
Having a backyard swimming pool can be a very big investment, especially if you decide to have an in ground pool installed.And one of the ways to maximize your return on that investment is by doing whatever you can to extend the swimming season in your part of the country.
Pool Alkalinity - Why It's Important and How to Get it to Normal
Ever wonder what pool alkalinity actually is? This article discuses not only what it is, but how to keep it under control.
Pool Gas Heaters That Will Not Hurt Your Budget
Many actually do not include pool gas heaters as a part of their list of necessary pool supplies, especially those who live in tropical countries. For them, pool heaters are luxury items that will not really benefit them most but will only add to their expenses. What they fail to consider is that po
Swimming Pool Construction - A Refreshing Plunge
Swimming pool construction involves several steps and aspects that you have to consider before finalizing your decision for this project. Just before you shell out some cash, try to ask yourself these questions.
What is a Trellis?
So, what, exactly, is a trellis? You know it's a structure of some kind that can be found in a landscape or yard. Do you use it to train vines, or is it that thing you walk through or under? Find out.
Gold Fish with Stars
These beautiful ceramic ornaments are part of an aquatic / fish themed Christmas tree.
How to Create a Woodland Pond in My Backyard
Imagine this scene: You're tucked into a hammock between a couple of big trees. Dragonflies buzz. Breezes blow. And just down the hill a bit -- in another clearing -- is the enchanting woodland pool you installed in your yard. Is it a dream? Only if you're not willing to follow some easy directions
What's the Cost of a Sauna
A sauna can be a great addition to any home.Find out how much your sauna could cost you, it's not as much as you think.
How Do I Clean Cloudy Stemware?
Over time, a cloudy haze develops on stemware that makes it look unattractive and unsuitable for use. A full set of stemware can be expensive, making it important to salvage your current set if possible. By treating your glasses properly, you can remove the cloudy film and return the stemware to its
Salt Water Generators Damage Pool Equipment
Salt water generators are often sold under the guise of being "better" than chlorine systems. However, salt water generators actually make chlorine through an electrolysis process that converts salt to chlorine (hydrochloric acid).
The Don'ts of Summer Pool Maintenance
Summer is a difficult time for pool maintenance because you're using the pool more, but it's also easy to let key maintenance issues go and become relaxed with your routine. Pool owners have got to keep certain things in mind or else they risk running the pool out of order! Here's mor
Taking Care of Your Indoor Pool
Indoor pools are an exquisite form of luxury for many homes. As these pools are constructed inside the house in places like the basement, garage or the sunroom, they can be used at any time of the day and in any season. These swimming pools need to be maintained very well to avoid the formation of m
Deep-Orange Pumpkins and Gourds
Maybe you live in a region that's known for its brilliant fall foliage. Then again, maybe autumn is more like Indian summer, with some of the year's hottest days occurring after Labor Day. Wherever home may be, you can celebrate the change of season by decorating your porch, entryway, balc
Above Ground Pool Decks For All Kinds of Pool People
When someone decides they want to install an above ground pool seldom do their thoughts include above ground pool decks. Why? Probably because they are thinking about all the time they are going to spend in the water and lounging on a deck doesn't even cross their mind.
How to Make a Cascading Water Fountain at Home
There are two key factors to create a successful cascading water fountain. You need the right base to hold water and suit your aesthetic. The base could be an old urn or a decorative flower pot. You also need a good underground reservoir. This hides the water pump and collects water flowing down the
Surviving Building Your Pool
Pool builders should have more empathy for their customers after they build their own pool. Some negatives on building your own pool most people don't realize.
The Facts on Owning a Home Hot Tub
If you're thinking of buying a home hot tub, you probably already know that it's an important decision. Home spas don't come cheap, so you want to make sure you get one that will suit your needs - and your budget. Before you buy, it's important that you know as much as possible a