“Going green” is a very popular trend… and a good one to be a part of as well. No, it does not mean green pool water. It means having more eco-friendly approaches to your pool and pool water. It is Read More …
How to “Go Green” With Your Pool
Month: July 2017
Consider Converting to a Salt System Pool
Intro to Salt Systems Salt systems are a huge upcoming trend in pool construction. They are also known as ‘chlorine generating pools’. They use ordinary salt and break it apart into sodium and chlorine. The chlorine is the chemical that Read More …
Staining: Manganese
Manganese causes interesting issues for pool owners and is often difficult to diagnose. If your pool water turns purple or black after the addition of chlorine, this can indicate a manganese problem. As the manganese is oxidized by the chlorine Read More …
Pool Exercise Routine: Getting the Most Out of Your Pool
Simple 15-30 Minute Pool Workout Guide You don’t need a gym membership during the summer months when you have your very own swimming pool in your backyard. Water exercises/aerobics are one of the best forms of exercise you can give Read More …
Salt Generating System – Pentair intelliChlor
Salt water pools (actually more like chlorine-generating pools) are growing in popularity and not as salty as you may think. Ask the Pool Guy recommends the Pentair intelliChlor Salt Generator for new swimming pool installations. What is a salt system? Read More …
Pentair intelliFlo Pump
The Pentair intelliFlo Pump is a variable speed swimming pool pump. What is a variable speed pump? Great question. It is a pump that can function on various speeds rather than a single speed like a basic pool pump. The Read More …
Tile and Coping Renovation
Pool tile and coping will wear, chip, or discolor over time. Even if that doesn’t happen you may want to remodel or redesign the look of your backyard space. Tile and coping renovation can transform the look of your pool Read More …
Benefits of Glass Media for Sand Filter
Recycled glass filtration was first introduced in the 1990’s and has grown in popularity since then. Ask the Pool Guy pros highly recommend using a recycled glass media in your sand filter because it is just simply the smarter option. Read More …