Month: July 2019
Do I Need a Concrete Pad for a Swim Spa?
Congratulations on your decision to buy a swim spa! As you probably well know, swim spas are becoming more and more popular these days due to their compact size, relatively low maintenance and flexibility compared to full-sized swimming pools. The ability to soak and swim in a small space makes this economical investment a preferred […]
How Hot Does a Swim Spa Get?
Although they first came on the market in the 70s, swim spas have become more popular than ever. It may be because we find ourselves living in smaller spaces while perceiving the need to make the most out of the space that we do have available to us. Although they’re more popular than ever, we […]
How to Determine if a Deck Can Support a Hot Tub
Deciding to buy a hot tub is an exciting moment for the new buyer. However, there are many considerations that need to take place before you’ll be able to enjoy the bubbling warmth of your new hot tub’s waters. Where you install your hot tub is one of the first things that you’ll need to […]
Can You Put Pool Chemicals in a Hot Tub?
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you’re running low on hot tub chemicals? Taking a look around your stock you might’ve noticed that you had more than enough swimming pool chemicals to last the entire season, which made you wonder, “Can you put pool chemicals in a hot tub?” At first glance, […]
Can You Add Pool Chemicals at the Same Time?
You may not have realized it when you first decided on installing an above ground pool, but you’ve volunteered yourself to become a regular water tester. Keeping your swimming pool water balanced will ensure your water remains clean, safe and fresh. You’ll need to take regular measurements and add chemicals to the water depending on […]
Where to Put Chemicals in the Pool?
When it comes to above ground swimming pool maintenance you’ll find that you’re spending a lot of time testing and treating the water. This is important to ensure your water is clean, safe and fresh and it won’t cause any harm to the bathers or the swimming pool components. Adding the chemicals in the wrong […]
Can Pool Chemicals Be Stored Outside?
You may not have realized it when you decided to buy a swimming pool, but being a pool owner means that you will become an expert in the storage, measurement, and application of some very strong chemicals. Chemicals need to be added regularly to swimming pool water to keep the pH levels in check and […]
How to Patch Vinyl Pool Toys?
Part of the fun of frolicking in an above ground swimming pool is floating on pool toys. They can be used in games or simply for relaxing and floating around the pool. But when they spring a leak, save yourself some money and buy a patch kit instead of a new pool toy. You’ll also […]
Can Hydrotherapy Help Sciatica
Can hydrotherapy help sciatica? If you believe you suffer from sciatica you should visit a doctor. If you’re completely immobilized, feel pain in the back of both legs simultaneously, if the pain continually gets worse or it lasts longer than six weeks, you should seek emergency treatment. Sciatica, also known as lumbar radiculopathy in the […]