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Swimming Pools & Water Fountains & Ponds : Home & Garden
Directions for Solar Pool Covers
A solar pool cover is made of vinyl covered with tiny air bubbles. The bubbles trap heat from the sun and transfer it to the water in your pool. This is a great way to harness the power of the sun to warm your pool water and it has the added benefit of keeping leaves and debris out of your pool.
Pool Liners and Pool Kits Can Make a Cost Effective Deal For You
Summer is always associated with swimming season. It is the season for fun times at the beach or in a swimming pool right at your own home. But not everyone can afford to have a traditional swimming pool in his house. For such people above the ground pool kits are there in the market. The traditiona
How to Design a Water Feature in a Garden
A garden with a water feature is not only a great place to sit and relax in your backyard, it also can be a great investment in your home. Like any home improvement project, begin by making a design on a sheet of paper. A design gives you the liberty to consider many different water features before
How to Increase Free Chlorine in Pool Water
You need to ensure that the level of free chlorine in your pool stays high enough to keep it sanitary and safe to swim in. Free chlorine levels in your pool should be at least 1 part per million (ppm) to kill algae, bacteria and other similar organisms that grow in it. If you determine by testing th
How Chemical Kits Can Simplify Maintenance
Shopping for pool chemicals can be frustrating and complicated, but chemical kits can make the process a little simpler. They'll even come with handy guides. Some of the different types of kits include:
What Products Do I Need to Use to Care for My Goldfish in a Pond?
A well-balanced goldfish pond provides adequate oxygen.goldfish image by Ahmed Zahir from Fotolia.comEnjoy the serenity of a traditional Oriental pond in your own backyard--the soothing sounds of running water, glimpses of goldfish gliding in the shadows. Chinese and Japanese nobility...
How to Prevent Mosquitoes in Fountains
With the outbreaks of West Nile virus in many parts of the world, people are increasingly concerned about mosquitoes. According to the Centers for Disease Control, West Nile virus is a potentially serious illness and can be prevented by protecting against mosquito bites. Mosquitoes generally breed i
How to Kill Black Algae
Black algae (Gloeocapsa magma) love humid environments. These are the same black algae that appear on the caulking in showers. A black algae infestation is very common and it can be very difficult to remove. Another favorite habitat for these algae is the swimming pool. The algae first appear as sma
How to Keep Hot Tub Water Chemistry in Balance
Hot tubs can provide a wonderful place for total relaxation, stress and tension relief. Accompanied by complementary therapies like aromatherapy, any ordinary hot tub water can turn into special therapeutic water. Basically, warm water helps in the recovery and healing on the physical state of a hum
How do I Troubleshoot Pump Priming in Above Ground Pool Filters?
A properly primed pump is imperative for a pool to function. The pump is a pool's lifeline: it circulates water, delivers it to be filtered and distributes chemicals evenly. While priming the pump is usually a straightforward process, it does come with its fair share of problems. Leaks, obstructions
Useful Tips For Clean Hot Tub and Spa Water
1. Detergent is a major contaminant of your hot tub water, to combat this place the swimwear to be used in the spa into your washing machine on a quick wash with no washing powder or comfort softener this will ensure the garments are rinsed and all detergent deposits are removed. This will also help
Day at the Spa
Every woman (and now even men) would love to have a few days to relax at a day spa. At a spa, you can get your hair done as well as a manicure or pedicure.
How do I Clean a D.E. Pool Filter?
Once you have installed a diatomaceous earth (DE) filter and have it running properly, you will notice that it does a thorough job of keeping a pool clean. Diatomaceous earth filters work by coating the internal filter lining, thereby catching small dirt particles as small as 1 micron in size, which
How to Rebuild a Circulating Pump
Circulating pumps are fairly simple devices that use a rotating motor to push water in a certain direction. The pump produces a continuous flow of water that circulates around a system such as your domestic heating or pond. Rebuilding a circulating pump consists of replacing the pump motor into the
The Best Way to Heat an Aboveground Pool
Besides regular maintenance and care of your aboveground pool, one thing often highly desired is heating up the water. Heated pool water is often more comfortable on cooler days and for night swimming. The best way to heat your aboveground pool is with the pool heater. Options to consider include wh
Safety Features of Above Ground Pool Ladders
When looking for above ground pool ladders, it is important to have one that not only assists you in getting in and out of your pool but also one that provides a reasonable degree of safety against accidental drowning. There are a lot of different replacement ladders that are simple enough to stradd
The Best Way to Find an Air Leak in a Swimming Pool
Air leaking into your pool is cause for concern. Air leaks can reduce your pool's filtration efficiency, and they may also render your pool's pump unable to move water. Unlike water leaks---where water is slowly draining out of the pool---air leaks indicate a steady stream of air making its way into
Above Ground Pool Liner Leak
Excessive exposure to sunlight, punctures, sharp objects, age and general use can cause a leak in an above ground pool that warrants immediate repair to prevent it from growing in size. Repairing a leak is cheaper than replacing the pool.