The team at X10 is excited to announce the versatility and flexible power of our X10 WiFi Unit! With this handy piece of home automation equipment, you’ll have the ability to control all of your X10 units from the convenience of your smart device. It’s compatible with both Apple and Android mobile devices. Virtually Endless […]
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Teach Your Daycare Kids to Care About Sharing
Developing the ability to share is an essential life skill. Young children naturally find it difficult to share. As a daycare provider, you can help equip the kids in your care with the tools they need to learn how to share with others. Young children generally have the idea that they have sole rights and […]
Take Your Pool to the Next Level with These Additions
In our first article of this series, we explored the benefits of adding a slide to your backyard pool. That new action-packed feature could lead to even greater enjoyment of your pool this summer, especially for kids, teens, and active adults. But what about upgrading the look of your pool? Coming up with creative ways […]
Structural Changes to Help Enhance Your Pool
If you’re a pool owner awaiting the beginning of swimming season, finding new ways to make your pool even more exciting and aesthetically pleasing may be high on your priority list. We’ve already discussed some of the available options, such as adding a water slide, water features, or upgraded lighting (see Part 1 & 2). […]
Improve Pool Organization & Pool Area Appearance
When it comes to spending time in the pool, there are a number of factors that can either add to your overall enjoyment of the experience. The first one we covered in this article series was encouraging a more exciting activity level by including a water slide. The second factor we dealt with was adding […]
Great Ideas for Enhancing Your Backyard Pool Oasis
Spring is finally almost here! It’s that time of year when pool owners start to eagerly anticipate opening their pools up once again. It’s almost time for backyard pool parties, making memories with family and friends, or taking that relaxing dip after work. If you’re like many pool owners, you probably can’t wait until it’s […]
How an X10 Security System can Help Prevent Break-Ins and Stop Burglaries in Progress
If you’ve ever been the victim of a home invasion, you know it can be an extremely devastating experience. Almost nothing can make you feel more vulnerable than having someone unlawfully gain access to your residence. Whether the intruder’s intentions are to steal your property, damage your belongings, or cause you or a loved one […]
Pool Choices: Reasons To Consider a Kidney-Shaped Pool
For decades, kidney-shaped pools have maintained their popularity. Though they aren’t quite as prominent as they were in the 50s, they’re still far from unheard of. They came about in the 40s, when personal swimming pools were first gaining popularity. And we think there are some pretty good reasons that these uniquely shaped pools will […]
Pool Choices: Pool Fences
A fence is an important part of pool safety. In fact, it’s so significant that your local government may even require you to have a fence around your pool! Whether you’re legally required to have a fence, it’s definitely something you need to consider as you have your pool installed. The good news is that, […]
Pool Recreation: Pool Party Favorites
You get to enjoy the benefits of having a pool all the time now, you lucky pool owner, you! When it’s time to throw your first pool party, you want to really impress — and make sure it feels like something other than another day out at the pool! From setting the mood to making […]