Pool maintenance is one of the most important parts of keeping your swimming pool running. Whether you are into swimming pool DIY, or get a professional company in to help you out, it is always good to understand the basics and know what needs to be done.
So you heard a guy in the pool shop…
Making use of a pool cover during winter cuts down on maintenance by curbing water evaporation, preventing the growth of algae, protecting your pool from rainwater collection and stopping debris and dirt from entering the pool. It’s also important for general safety purposes if you have children or pets.
Choosing the best pool cover for your…
What goes through your mind when you read the words diatomaceous earth? If it’s something you’ve never heard of before, it’s easy to think that it might relate to dinosaurs.
Diatomaceous earth powder has an important function in your swimming pool, and its cool name comes from its prehistoric nature.
So, get ready for a quick science…
When last did you visit your trusted pool specialist to discuss your pool filter sand? If you're having trouble remembering, it’s likely time to change your filter sand. Filter sand has a 3 - 5 year lifespan. Murky pool water is a hint in that direction.
But here’s the oxymoron; the very phenomenon of water passing…
No one wants a cloudy pool. A green pool is even worse. If you do not clear up a cloudy pool quickly, you will end up with a green pool before you know it.
There are four main reasons your pool water has gone over to the dark side: poor filtration, incorrect chlorine levels, contaminants in…
Beyond caring for your pool by brushing the sides, netting up debris, cleaning out the leaf catcher and weir baskets and vacuuming on a regular basis, it’s ultimately your pool’s sand filter that works to keep the water clean and sparkling.
Keeping your pool sand filter clean is thus an essential part of pool maintenance. A…