In this video, you will see an overview of a swimming pool system with a pretty easy to understand explanation. You will also learn about the swimming pool filtration system, multi-port valve, and how (and when) to backwash your swimming Read More …
Month: December 2019
Tile And Coping Color Choices
It’s a good idea to choose colors in the same family to make sure all of your pool colors match and work well together, both those that are above water, and those below the water line as well. This pool Read More …
A Tip For Swimming Pool Tile Selection
Don’t just go to the tile supply house and hope to choose the tile for your pool. What something looks like in a showroom is going to be different that what it looks like on your pool, and with your Read More …
Karen’s 2019 Approved Tile Box
In preparation for our upcoming 2019 Pool Projects, Karen tackles the task of putting an approved tile box together – with very specific ceramic tile that will be available for our Legendary Escapes new Pools this summer. Out of hundreds Read More …
Does intellichlor work when the pool water is cold?
intelliChlor Salt Generating units by Pentair are a popular option for swimming pools. The cells, when combined with an easyTouch or intelliTouch control center, need to be enabled to tell them to turn on and start working. If the pool Read More …
Sand Chart For Filters
Have you wondered how much sand you should add to your sand filter? Well this chart will help you figure out how much you need. If you don’t see your particular sand filter on this list, please consult your filter Read More …
Fill Water Options
Pools require fill water for a multitude of reason: they’re new, they’ve been remodeled, too much splashing fun, there may be a leak, or just plain evaporation. Choosing the proper fill water for your pool is important in order to Read More …
The Hybrid Pool Option
Al at Ask the Pool Guy was once given the opportunity to create a vinyl liner pool with deck chairs and a swim-up bar. His solution: a vinyl/gunite hybrid. With hybrid pools, Al can challenge the boundaries of what customers Read More …