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Beat the Heat: Pool Care Tips for Hot Weather

By Alicia Toedter

Beat the Heat: Pool Care Tips for Hot Weather

Keeping your pool water clean and clear in hot weather can be tricky, but with the right tips, you can make sure your pool is always ready for a cool, refreshing swim.

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The Definitive Guide to Inflatable Hot Tubs

By Alicia Toedter

The Definitive Guide to Inflatable Hot Tubs

Would an inflatable hot tub work in your backyard? Or even in your house or apartment? Get all the details you need to make your decision.

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The Ultimate Guide to Winter Pool Maintenance

By Alicia Toedter

The Ultimate Guide to Winter Pool Maintenance

Winter pool care involves more than just covering it and forgetting about it until spring. By following these top pool maintenance tips, you can safeguard your pool against potential damage, keep the water healthy, and ensure a smooth transition to swimming season when warmer weather arrives.

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Great Gift Ideas for Pool Owners

By Alicia Toedter

Great Gift Ideas for Pool Owners

Wondering what would make a great gift for someone who owns a pool or someone who just loves swimming? You’re in luck! We’ve got plenty of gift ideas.

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How to Heat a Swimming Pool

By Alicia Toedter

How to Heat a Swimming Pool

Whether you’re looking to add a few weeks to either end of pool season, or you’re wanting to keep the water at a comfortably warm temperature year-round, the best way to do that is to add heat to the pool. Luckily, there are many ways you can do that.

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How Long Should You Wait to Swim After Shocking Your Pool?

By Alicia Toedter

How long should you wait to swim after shocking your pool?

Shocking the pool is a crucial step in maintaining sanitary water, but many pool owners are unsure about the waiting period following a shock treatment. So, how long after shocking a pool can you swim? We’re glad you asked!

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Do Pool Chemicals Expire? Understanding Chemical Shelf Life

By Alicia Toedter

Do Pool Chemicals Expire? Understanding Chemical Shelf Life

How long do pool chemicals last? Storage conditions can play a major role in the expiration date of your pool chemicals. Here’s what you need to know about the chemicals in your storage cabinet.

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Quality Matters: Choosing the Best Pool Chemicals

By Alicia Toedter

Quality Matters: Choosing the Best Pool Chemicals

Using high-quality chemicals can make it much easier to maintain a well-balanced, thoroughly sanitized swimming pool. 

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Water Safety Q&A With Olympic Gold Medalist Cullen Jones

By Alicia Toedter

Cullen Jones

The most effective solution to prevent drowning is to combat it, which can be achieved by providing formal swim lessons. Leslie’s teamed up with Olympic gold medalist Cullen Jones to talk about swimming lessons and water safety tips.

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Pool Maintenance Shortcuts: Don’t Skimp on Pool Care

By Alicia Toedter

Pool Maintenance Shortcuts: Don't Skimp on Pool Care

If there’s anything you can’t afford to take a shortcut on, it’s caring for your pool. Doing so can cause problems with algae, unsanitary water, and even pool and equipment damage.

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