As you dream and plan for your ideal outdoor oasis, you can create an environment that’s as unique and amazing as you are. Today’s poolscapes are increasingly helping homeowners create a fluid aesthetic that blends indoor and outdoor spaces, creating outdoor living options that are comfortable, stylish, and versatile. If you’re new to the scene, […]
Swimming Pool
Adding Must-Have or Want-To-Have Additions to Your Swimming Pool Scene, Part 1
Today’s swimming pool scene is as innovative as today’s technology, especially since staycations have become all the rage. Your back yard is the ultimate vacation destination and can truly be made to seem like you’re entering another world! As an extension of your indoor space, outdoor living is definitely in vogue. From coordinating decor, a […]
Backyard Diversions: Birding, Part 3
If you’re looking for a way to extend your back yard’s leisure activities, attracting birds to it can lead to enjoyment of an activity known as birding. One way to enhance your appreciation for whatever species finds its way into your yard is to download a free bird-identification app. It’s not difficult to do a […]
Backyard Diversions: Birding, Part 2
Whether you’re taking a casual walk in a nearby park with your significant other or going on a serious hike into the wilderness, birding can be as casual or intense as you desire. But it’s also a pastime you can nurture in your own backyard sanctuary (see Part 1). And it just might give you […]
Backyard Diversions: Birding, Part 1
If you’re looking to add an outdoor hobby to your leisure activities — especially now that you’re spending more time outdoors thanks to your new swimming pool — you might want to give birding a try! Also known as “bird watching,” there’s plenty of opportunities and options if you’re interested in exploring this pastime. According […]
Protecting Your Swimming Pool from Weather-Related Problems
When it comes to protecting your investment of your swimming pool, we can’t overstate the importance of regular maintenance — but that’s not what this article is about. Like your home itself, your swimming pool requires ongoing TLC to protect it from regular wear and tear in order to catch any issues early on and […]
How To Add Warmth to Your Poolscape this Winter: Add a Spa
When it comes to your outdoor oasis, the need to winterize it often brings less-than-celebratory emotions. If you live in part of the country that disallows you from using your swimming pool during the coldest months of the year, we have good news for you: you can incorporate some elements into your backyard poolscape that […]
Eco-Friendly Additions to Your Pool and Poolscape
We all realize that this world is the only one we have, and if we don’t take care of it, we’ll only have ourselves to blame for the results. Whether you’re motivated by a sense of personal responsibility, a desire to leave a better planet for your kids and grandkids, or simply want to establish […]
Landscaping Tips for Pool Owners, Part 2
If you already have a backyard swimming pool in place, you already have a great start to creating a peaceful and life-giving outdoor oasis! In Part 1, we looked at the initial steps of deciding whether to DIY your landscaping, dreaming up your ideal oasis, and drawing up your initial plans. Now we’ll look at […]
Landscaping Tips for Pool Owners, Part 1
There’s no doubt about it: the mental health benefits of a backyard swimming pool alone make it a top choice for health-savvy homeowners. The multi-sensory benefits of a water feature can become even more significant, though, when they’re combined with other natural elements, all attractively arranged around your poolscape. If you’re concerned that you don’t […]