If you have a pool in your backyard, you've already made great progress toward better health! However, you still need to get into the water and use it regularly and faithfully to your advantage. If you read Part 1 of this series, you might have been startled by the variety of people who can benefit from aquatic exercises. Aquatic exercises are beneficial for everyone, even for those with … [Read More...] about Benefits of Aquatic Exercises, Part 2
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Thinking Outside the Trends: Utile as a Mahogany Alternative
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Sun Protection Tips, Part 5
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Two Luxury Swimming Pool Additions We Think You’ll Love
Dreams are a good thing. And some philosophers think that any dream or desire is actually most satisfying before it actually becomes a reality. So if you’ve already achieved your dream of owning a built-in swimming pool, perhaps you need to start dreaming again. We’re sure you’ll fall in love with your backyard oasis all over again once you start … Continue about Two Luxury Swimming Pool Additions We Think You’ll Love
Benefits of Aquatic Exercises, Part 2
If you have a pool in your backyard, you've already made great progress toward better health! However, you still need to get into the water and use it regularly and faithfully to your advantage. If you read Part 1 of this series, you might have been startled by the variety of people who can benefit from aquatic exercises. Aquatic exercises are … Continue about Benefits of Aquatic Exercises, Part 2
Should You Think About a Pool & Hot Tub Combination?
Multitasking can be detrimental to your ability to unwind and maintain a healthy mental and emotional state; in our technologically advanced society, overstimulation is a real concern. However, multipurpose improvements can actually lower our stress levels and provide better value for our money. An in-ground pool with an adjoining in-ground hot tub … Continue about Should You Think About a Pool & Hot Tub Combination?
Choosing the Right Fence for Your Swimming Pool
A fence is a crucial component of a safe swimming pool. It's so important, in fact, that your local government might even insist on a fence surrounding your pool! Regardless of whether a fence is legally required, you should think about it when you have your swimming pool initially constructed. The good news is that you have lots of options to pick … Continue about Choosing the Right Fence for Your Swimming Pool
Making Your New Pool Your Landscaped Yard’s Focal Point
Swimming pools are frequently referred to as the "ultimate backyard feature," and it's easy to see how they can quickly turn into a focal point for family activities and neighborhood gatherings. However, for some homeowners, a pool serves as the centerpiece of their backyard landscaping and the main element around which their outdoor living spaces … Continue about Making Your New Pool Your Landscaped Yard’s Focal Point
How to Choose the Pool Liner That’s Right for You – Part 2
Pool liners come in a wide selection of exciting patterns to fit the individual tastes of different pool owners. In order to choose the pattern that’s best for your backyard oasis, decide what type of look you’re hoping to achieve. Then search for a liner that will help bring that look to life. This second installment of our four-part series on … Continue about How to Choose the Pool Liner That’s Right for You – Part 2
Going Beyond Lumber Grades, Part 1
If you’re a lumber dealer, you’ve probably been involved in countless discussions with builders who are looking for “Grade A” lumber of a certain species. Instead of getting specific about how they actually want the wood they’re ordering to look or perform, these builders, who are pressed for time, expect their suppliers to quickly and easily be … Continue about Going Beyond Lumber Grades, Part 1
Thinking Outside the Trends: Utile as a Mahogany Alternative
Amid questions about Genuine Mahogany’s future, one species that’s an excellent Mahogany alternative deserves a little more attention. Referred to by both the name “Utile” and the name “Sipo,” this African species offers many of the same characteristics as Genuine Mahogany. Since it’s more readily available as well as more affordable than Genuine … Continue about Thinking Outside the Trends: Utile as a Mahogany Alternative
Thinking Outside the Trends: Red Balau Decking, Part 2
Red Balau may well be the best kept secret among tropical decking enthusiasts (see Part 1). Not only is it nearly as hard and durable as industry-wide favorites like Ipe and Cumaru, but its appearance is even more consistent! With the same reddish-brown coloring as other tropical decking lumber species, this gem from Indonesia is definitely worth a … Continue about Thinking Outside the Trends: Red Balau Decking, Part 2
Thinking Outside the Trends: Red Balau Decking, Part 1
While Red Balau is far from new to the decking market, it’s clearly not as trendy as Ipe or Cumaru. As part of the Shorea genus, Red Balau is related, so to speak, to species such as Meranti and Philippine Mahogany, both of which are commonly used for marine applications and other exterior work. An excellent tropical decking option, Red Balau … Continue about Thinking Outside the Trends: Red Balau Decking, Part 1
Meeting Workout Goals This Year
Having your own backyard swimming pool is a huge step in helping you get healthier this year! But just like writing down your New Year’s Resolutions won’t ensure that you accomplish them, simply having a pool won’t mean you take advantage of it. Knowing that consistent exercise and physical fitness will greatly improve your overall health is … Continue about Meeting Workout Goals This Year
Deciding on Pool Shapes and Sizes, Part 1
As you’re planning your backyard renovation including your brand new swimming pool, there are so many elements that will be able to be added or changed easily and inexpensively. However, your pool will be a permanent and significant structure, around which all the other elements will revolve. So before you start considering landscaping, decking, … Continue about Deciding on Pool Shapes and Sizes, Part 1
How to Choose the Pool Liner That’s Right for You – Part 1
A sturdy, attractive liner is one of the essential elements to consider when installing a backyard pool. There are a whole host of factors to think about when deciding on a pool liner. This four-part series of articles will explore some of the features that matter most when it comes to pool liner options. First, we’ll consider thickness. How Thick … Continue about How to Choose the Pool Liner That’s Right for You – Part 1
Swimming Pool Cover Advantages
Many people consider swimming pool covers unnecessary. If that’s your mentality, this article may cause you to think twice. Pool covers offer a whole host of benefits. Whether you’re thinking about adding a swimming pool to your property or you already have one in your yard, here are a few of the important reasons to consider getting a pool … Continue about Swimming Pool Cover Advantages
Choosing the Ideal Pool Design for Your Outdoor Space
Just like people, pools come in all different shapes and sizes. If you’re considering installing a backyard pool, one of the first and most important decisions you’ll need to make is which pool design will work best for you. Basic Considerations When you meet with a pool contractor, be sure to get plenty of sound advice about how large your pool … Continue about Choosing the Ideal Pool Design for Your Outdoor Space