Archive for the 'Swimming Pool News' Category
Gazebo For A Hot Tub Or Spas Can Complement Your Swimming Pool
Tuesday, October 14th, 2008I love gazebos and outdoor shelters, and a gazebo for a hot tub or spa is one of my most treasured wishes. The cooler days of fall are here and nothing’s better than relaxing in a heated spa or hot tub while enjoying the outdoors. Don’t have one, you say? Well, here’s an article […]
Looking For Ideas in Swimming Pool Designs?
Monday, October 6th, 2008Waterfalls, fountains, tiki bars and colored lights all add to the beauty and enjoyment of swimming pool designs.
New York State Swimming Pool Alarm Law Now Permanent
Thursday, July 24th, 2008The state of New York (USA) now requires all pools installed or modified after 2006 to have a swimming pool alarm installed, making permanent a two-year-old emergency ruling. The new law applies to temporary inflatable pools as well as permanent inground or above-ground pools. Those caught without an alarm will be given a warning first time; […]
Natural Swimming Pools: In The Swim With Nature
Sunday, July 20th, 2008I had read about natural swimming pools a while back on an environmentally-oriented blog. I understand they are popular in Europe. This feature story from the St. Louis Post-Dispatch (MO, USA) looks at such a natural pool built by a family in Illinois and nicely covers the concept.
Natural pools are intended as ecologically balanced systems […]
In The Swim Coupon Savings - $10 off
Tuesday, July 15th, 2008Internet retailer In The Swim is offering savings of $10 off a $50 purchase through July 31st. In The Swim carries a wide range of products and accessories for your pool, from pumps and chlorine generators, to pool chemicals, to toys, games and pool lounges; all at competitive prices. So if you’ve been coveting that floating […]
New Florida Law to Make Swimming Pools and Pumps Energy Efficient
Thursday, June 26th, 2008It’s reported that Florida Governor Charlie Crist will sign a new bill into law this week requiring that swimming pool pump motors run more efficiently to conserve energy. The new law will require that by 2011 all new Florida pools have variable speed pumps. Pools in California already are required to have pool pumps with […]
