While you can wait to add many pool enhancements at a later date, there are a few considerations you really need to solidify before your swimming pool is installed. One of them is the floor or finish type. In our previous post, we looked at both state-of-the-art movable flooring as well as the general tile […]
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Be in the Know About Trending Pool Floor & Finish Options, Part 1
So many aspects of your outdoor space can be developed well after the pool itself has been installed, adding to the design motif and ambiance you’re after and equipping your outdoor space well for the kinds of entertainment possibilities for which you plan to use it. As you aim to create a cohesive look throughout […]
Poolside Safety Tips for Drowning Prevention: Evaluating PFDs, Part 2
In Part 1, we considered the argument against using inflatable floating pool toys for children. Despite warning labels, many parents unfortunately consider these toys to be personal flotation devices and unwisely leave young children who are unable to swim unsupervised in them. Even looking away for a brief moment can lead to tragedy. Of course, […]
Poolside Safety Tips for Drowning Prevention: Evaluating PFDs, Part 1
From coast to coast, drowning is the number one cause of accidental death among children between the ages of 1 and 4; in Southern California, it is the leading cause of death at home. While there are many causes of drowning, according to the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission, many injuries and hospitalizations to both […]
Poolside Safety Tips for Drowning Prevention: Added Tiers of Protection
If the significance of one facet of your new swimming pool cannot be overstated, it’s safety. In our previous post, we looked at two ways to aid in drowning prevention: assigning life guard duty and insisting on swimming lessons. Now we’ll dive into two more important topics related to swimming pool safety: providing a safety […]
Poolside Safety Tips for Drowning Prevention: All Hands on Deck
As you design and imagine your new backyard swimming pool, it’s easy — and, let’s face it, a lot of fun! — to focus on the visual details. Decisions surrounding the shape, size, and finish of your pool along with decking options, surrounding landscaping, and added structures offer so much potential, that the possibilities can […]
Poolside Safety Tips for Drowning Prevention: Overview
We’re all required to learn the rules of the road before we can legally get behind the steering wheel, and I don’t think any of us would say that that’s a bad idea. However, no such legal requirement exists for swimming pool owners. When it comes to swimming pool safety, though, you as a pool […]
Adding Must-Have or Want-To-Have Additions to Your Swimming Pool Scene, Part 2
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, […]
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 […]