Pool Care
Clearing Heavy Floating Foam Off the Top of a Swimming Pool
Clear pool foam fast by skimming, running circulation, cleaning your filter, and balancing water to pH 7.2 to 7.6.
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What Causes the Brown Stains Along a Salt Water Pool Wall
Brown stains on salt water pool walls come from metals like iron and copper. Learn how to identify, remove, and prevent them.
Pool Maintenance
Why Dark Black Spots Appear Across the Bottom of My Own Pool
Dark black spots in your pool signal algae, metal stains, or plaster damage. Learn to diagnose the cause and choose the right fix.
Pool Maintenance
Why a Pool Can Smell So Heavily of Raw Chlorine Gas at Times
Chlorine smell in pools comes from chloramines, not excess sanitizer. Learn what causes it and what your combined chlorine levels really mean.
Pool Maintenance
What Does Hard Water Do to Your Pool and All of Its Parts
Hard water damages pool surfaces, heaters, and salt cells with scale. Learn how to control calcium hardness and protect your entire system.
Product Guides
My Eyes Sting So Badly After Every Single Lengthy Pool Swim
Eye stinging after swimming comes from chloramines, not chlorine. Learn to flush, soothe, and prevent the irritation with proven strategies.
Pool Maintenance
Do Germs Survive for Long in a Fully Chlorinated Swim Pool
Chlorinated pool germs die within minutes, but Cryptosporidium survives 10+ days. Learn which germs persist so you can swim safer.
Pool Maintenance
Can Swimming Pool Water Leave You With an Itchy Skin Rash
Swimming pool water can cause an itchy skin rash. Learn the chlorine-related causes, symptoms, and treatments to find relief fast.
Pool Maintenance
Close an Inground Pool Down Well Ahead of the Cold Winter
Close inground pool early to protect plumbing and equipment from freeze damage. Step-by-step guide to winterize right and cut spring startup labor.
Pool Maintenance
Bringing a Green Swimming Pool Back to Life When Winter Ends
Green swimming pool recovery: clear your water in days with simple steps to skim, balance chemistry, shock, and filter effectively.
Pool Maintenance
Vacuuming an Above Ground Pool With Real Care and a Method
Vacuum an above ground pool the right way. Learn the exact tools, setup, and technique for clear, debris free water in one pass.
Pool Maintenance
Getting Settled Sand Off the Base of an Above Ground Pool
Settled sand off an above ground pool base: learn how to vacuum it safely without tearing the liner or clogging your pump.
Pool guide
What Is a Gunite Pool?
Gunite pool: a durable inground concrete shell sprayed on-site, offering full control over shape, depth, and features for 50 to 100+ years.
Pool guide
Gunite vs Fiberglass Pools
Gunite vs fiberglass pools: compare cost, lifespan, install time, and upkeep across 5 key factors to pick the right pool for your budget.
Pool guide
Gunite vs Vinyl Liner Pools
Gunite vs vinyl liner pools: compare real costs, lifespan, and design options to pick the right pool for your budget.
Pool guide
Gunite Pool Pros and Cons
Gunite pool pros and cons: compare durability, cost, and upkeep to decide if this long-lasting, fully customizable pool fits your budget.
Pool Care
How Long Do Gunite Pools Last?
Gunite pools last 50+ years with proper care. Learn how finish type, construction quality, and maintenance affect your pool’s lifespan.
Pool guide
Custom Gunite Pool Design
Custom gunite pool design lets you build a pool in any shape, size, or depth, with spas, lighting, and finishes tailored to your yard.
Pool guide
Gunite Pool Shapes and Design Ideas
Gunite pool shapes offer nearly unlimited design options to match your yard, lifestyle, and aesthetic. Find the right fit for your space.
Pool guide
Gunite Pool Finishes: Plaster, Pebble, Quartz, and Tile
Gunite pool finishes compared: plaster, quartz, pebble, marble, and tile. See how each affects cost, lifespan, and appearance before you choose.
Product Guides
Waterline Tile Options for Gunite Pools
Waterline tile for gunite pools: compare porcelain, glass, ceramic, and stone to pick the right option with confidence.
Pool guide
Gunite Pool Features: Tanning Ledges and Sun Shelves
Gunite pool tanning ledges add shallow lounging space for chairs and umbrellas. Learn ideal sizes, depths, and finishes for your build.
Pool guide
Luxury Gunite Pool Design: Ideas, Costs & Process
Luxury gunite pools offer unlimited design freedom, from custom shapes to vanishing edges, spas, and premium finishes for your backyard.
Pool Equipment
Pool Water and Fire Features: A Guide to Both
Water and fire features for pools combine flame and cascading water to create a dramatic focal point. Explore options, costs, and installation.
Pool guide
Negative-Edge vs Perimeter-Overflow Pools
Negative-edge vs perimeter-overflow pools: compare operation, cost, and tolerances to choose the right design for your site.
Pool guide
Resort-Style Pool Decks: Materials, Layouts & Costs
Resort-style pool decks: compare travertine, slate, concrete, and wood to design a slip-resistant, luxury backyard escape that lasts.
Pool guide
Custom Pool Features: Grottos, Slides & Rock Waterfalls
Pool grottos, slides, and rock features transform your gunite pool into a private resort. Learn how each is built, priced, and planned.
Pool guide
What Drives the Cost of a Gunite Pool?
Gunite pool cost ranges from $100 to $280 per square foot. Learn what drives the price so you can budget your build accurately.
Pool guide
Gunite vs Fiberglass Pool Cost
Gunite vs fiberglass pool cost: compare prices, installation time, and maintenance to choose the right pool for your budget.
Pool guide
How to Finance a Custom Pool?
Finance a custom pool with 5 options: home equity loans, HELOCs, personal loans, refinancing, and pool programs. Compare rates and requirements.