Articles on Swimming Pools & Spas

How to Clean a Hot Tub

By framp882

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Everyone loves to relax in a soothing hot tub, but we all don't like to clean it. Follow these steps to maintain and clean your hot tub... more »

How to Clean an Above Ground Swimming Pool Liner

By Lisa Smegal

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Tips on how to safely and effectively clean an above ground swimming pool liner... more »

How to Enjoy Your Outdoor Space All Year Round

By favefive

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An outdoor space is an additional room that a family can enjoy. It is a place where a family can relax and unwind. Here are some tips on how to enjoy your outdoor space all year round... more »

How to Inspect A Swimming Pool

By 4serendipity

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Learn to confidently inspect swimming pools to determine their condition. Great article for home owners, appraisers and real estate agents. How to identify possible concerns and required repairs for any swimming pool... more »

How to Remove Calcium Deposits on Pool Tiles

By L1onherd

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If your pool shows signs of calcium deposits, it could be an indicator of high calcium concentration. One possible cause is the water consistency. If you have hard water it can cause an accumulation of dissolved solids especially around the rim ... more »

How to winterize your above ground pool.

By Aquanet

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The main purpose in winterizing your above ground pool is to protect it from damage due to freezing water. We also want to keep it as clean as possible for the next season. Closing your pool properly can save you a lot of work when it comes time ... more »

How to winterize your inground pool.

By Aquanet

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The main purpose in winterizing your pool is to protect it from damage due to freezing water. We also want to keep it as clean as possible for the next season. Closing your pool properly can save you a lot of work when it comes time to open the ... more »

How to determine the correct water level in my pool.

By Aquanet

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Ideally you show keep your water level between one third and one half the way up the opening of the skimmer. This is the level at which the skimmer(s) operate most efficiently... more »

How to Hot tubs / Maintenance * Installation* Types* Pros and Cons

By logan

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The pros and cons of owning a hot tub. Maintaining,installing,and choosing the right one are all things to consider when buying yours... more »

How to make your concrete pool look new on the cheap.

By Aquanet

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Is the finish of your concrete pool looking stained and blotchy? Did your pool have a white finish that now looks like a stormy sky? There is an easy and inexpensive way to make it look new. Coat it with a cement waterproofer... more »

How to Make Your Own Patio Sunshade Awning for Cheap

By missforty

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You can make your own patio sunshade awning, also known as sun sail, and create a shady resort-like feel in your back yard... more »

How to make your swimming pool affordable and help the environment

By omachron

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Your utility bills keep going up, but by using energy wisely you don't need to compromise your lifestyle. There is only 3 simple steps to follow if you want to save more than 70% of the cost of heating and maintaining your swimming pool... more »

How to Remove Rust Spots From the Floor of a Gunite Swimming Pool

By april ort

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With summer just on the horizon it is time to start thinking about dipping into your pool. Don’t let unsightly rust stains prevent your warm weather fun, though. This article will give you tips on eliminating and preventing rust spots in your pool... more »

How to remove wrinkles in your vinyl lined pool.

By Aquanet

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One of the most common problems the vinyl liner pool owner faces is the appearance of wrinkles in the liner... more »

How to Repair a Swimming Pool Bottom

By Murray Anderson

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A leaking swimming pool bottom is most likely going to happen with a vinyl-lined pool. It would take something pretty dramatic to cause a concrete pool to crack and leak at the bottom, whereas a vinyl pool liner over time will dry out, become ... more »

How to Buy a Hot Tub

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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What could possibly be better than climbing into steaming hot water at the end of the day and gazing over your garden while your cares soak away? Before you peel those clothes off, however, you'll need to make several decisions about your hot ... more »

How to Buy a Pool Float

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Pool floats are a great way to relax in your pool and let your cares drift away. However, choosing the right pool float is the key to a truly relaxing day off. The correct size depends on the size of your pool and the correct shape depends on how ... more »

How to Buy a Pool Lounger Float for the Backyard Swimming Pool

By BobSchmitt

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It is a smart homeowner who invests in a backyard swimming pool. Not only have they increased the value of their home, but also they have saved thousands of dollars in backyard tropical vacations. They are also smart enough to have a place to ... more »

How to change the motor on my pool pump.

By Aquanet

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Unfortunately there comes a time in your life as a pool owner when you are faced with replacing your pool pump motor. This may be due to the bearings wearing out so that the motor is making a tremendous racket, or the motor won't run because it ... more »

How to clean your cartridge pool filter.

By Aquanet

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Just hosing down your cartridge does not clean it thoroughly... more »

How to Close a Swimming Pool

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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When the nights start turning chilly and the days get shorter, you know summer is coming to an end. One depressing fall chore you don't want to put off too long is closing down your pool. The good news is a properly closed pool will quickly be ... more »

How to Design a Swimming Pool Enclosure

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Adding an enclosure to your pool will increase its usefulness as well as the value of your home. However, even an enclosure built from a kit is a large, expensive undertaking, so you need to plan carefully to make sure you get exactly what you ... more »

How to determine when and how much to run your pool pump.

By Aquanet

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The optimum time to run your pump would be that which keeps your pool blue, clean, and sanitized. This can be as little as one or two hours a day to as much as 24 hours per day. Unfortunately, there is no other way to determine the optimum time ... more »

How to Drain an Above Ground Swimming Pool Inexpensively

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Sometimes, no matter how many chemicals you add, your above ground pool just won't come clean. When the algae is blooming so thick you can't see the bottom of your above ground pool, it may be time to just drain and refill it. Draining an above ... more »

How to Hire a Swimming Pool Installer

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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An in-ground swimming pool is a great addition to your backyard for summer fun and exercise. When hiring an installer, consider both the quality of the work and the style of the pool... more »

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