Rust is the natural state of iron (ferrous oxide). Rust will occur when an iron containing metal alloy, such as steel, drops below a pH of 8.2 or 8.3. There are rust inhibitors that can combat the pH drop on Read More …
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Green to Less Green
As safety covers age, the mesh can thin out, allowing more sun to penetrate the cover. Add in an early spring thaw and warm up followed by interesting weather and a lot of rain, and what we have here is Read More …
Spring Pool Maintenance Advice
Water Chemistry Reminder Please remember that your water chemistry is important. Just because your water is clear doesn’t mean it is balanced. Un-Balanced water can lead to heater and equipment malfunctions and issues, as well as liner wrinkles, scaling, skin Read More …
What you need to know to choose a Vinyl Liner for your Swimming Pool
You may have heard liners referred to in thickness, mil or gauge. What do these terms mean, and how does it relate to your swimming pool? Mil vs. Gauge A “mil” is a unit of measurement used to describe a Read More …
Future Trends of China’s Pool and Spa Market
Following the very successful staging of the 2017 edition this year, Asia Pool & Spa Expo 2018 will return to Poly World Trade Center Expo, Guangzhou China during May 15-17 next year. Exhibit Space applications and the booth allocation have Read More …
Update Your Pool Controls: Simplify Your Life
Two huge objections to owning a pool are cost and maintenance. The cost of owning a swimming pool depends entirely on the type/design of pool you choose. Before you nix the idea, talk with a pool design company (like Legendary Read More …
Four Habits of Successful Pool Owners
Testing Your Water Owning a pool can seem like a big investment, both financially and mentally. However, it doesn’t have to be. With the proper training from a pool service technician and routine, anybody can become a successful pool owner Read More …
Pool Lighting and Safety Issues
When you’re considering adding some pool lighting to our outdoor pool space, the first thing you need to consider is safety. Lighting= electricity. Electricity and water are not a good combination unless they are thoroughly thought out and properly installed Read More …