Everyone loves a pool, including mosquitos. These annoying creatures are naturally drawn toward still water surfaces, where they breed and lay eggs that later turn into mosquito larvae. And if these larvae are not promptly removed, they grow to become the same mosquitos that give you itchy bites and transmit dangerous diseases such as dengue …
It’s hard to imagine a better time to put an inflatable pool in your backyard. After the year we had in 2020, nobody knows for sure if public pools will be open or how those gatherings will look once they are. Of course, having your own backyard pool is always a good idea no matter …
There’s no bigger joy in the summer than jumping into a refreshing, clean pool. That is, of course, unless you count the joy of wrapping up in a fluffy, fresh towel afterward. Unfortunately, though, most of the time we pile our towels by the pool and they get almost as wet as the swimmers. And …
Backyard water slides are great tools to keep our kids active and happy. And they’re usually easy to install and easy to take down so you don’t have a permanent fixture to deal with when it’s not swim season. Best of all, inflatable water slides are stand-alone playgrounds that don’t require anything but a water …
In the world of swimming, you’ll find tons of inflatable products — pool toys, inner tubes, bouncers, floaties, slides, loungers, and even pools themselves. Sure, you could blow them up the old-fashioned way, but that can take hours and completely exhaust you. Why would you want to be too exhausted to play when you don’t …
Pool fountains are a fantastic way to improve the aesthetics of both your yard and your pool at the same time. They turn an ordinary swimming pool into an enchanting oasis — one you’ll be proud to show off to your neighbors. Now, you might have a few questions about pool fountains, including which one …
Keeping the kiddos entertained and engaged in activities is not as easy as it used to be. Nowadays, everything and everyone is competing with electronics and television for their attention. But getting your kids to play outdoors is probably a big priority for you. After all, vitamin D and exercise are something most of them …
The basketball court isn’t the only place to practice your 3-pointer. In the heat of the summer, the swimming pool might be where you’d rather be, so why not bring your game to the water? Besides, any exercise in the pool makes the heat a little more bearable, and basketball is just one of a …
Of all the add-ons you might want or need for your above ground pool, a pool pad might not even make the list. This is not because they’re unimportant, but rather just maybe not something you’d automatically think of. This often overlooked accessory can do a lot of things for your pool and its swimmers …
If you’ve had a pool for any amount of time, you’ve probably heard the term “free chlorine.” And in case you haven’t guessed it, there’s no magical store that gives away chlorine free of charge (but wouldn’t that be awesome?). . So, what does it mean, and why do you need to know? Well, we …
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