The majority of families gather up and spends time together during the holiday season, for instance, during Christmas and New Year holidays. A private swimming pool in your backyard offers a perfect place for your family members to play and interact. Nevertheless, it is vital to exercise precaution in such a place, especially in regards [...]
Accidental drownings and near-drownings are tragedies among children ages 1 to 3 every year. With thousands of families affected every year, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) developed pool safety guidelines to prevent drowning deaths. The research found astonishing statistics. Nearly 300 children younger than 5 drown in swimming pools and spas each year. [...]
It is not uncommon to find homes with pools in Northern California. And if you have a pool, you understand that pool safety is a number one priority. Too many accidental deaths occur each year as a result of drowning and this is preventable. Pool safety covers are often used to make pools safe, but [...]
Swimming is one of the best exercises for the body and mind. It is also a great way to relax and unwind. Its low impact is perfect for everybody. Despite the benefits of swimming, there are many misconceptions out there. Many people believe that you just can’t get a very good workout in the water [...]
Many think that swimming does not burn as many calories as other aerobic activities. The truth is, that if you have ever jumped into a pool for a cardio workout, you know just how much harder swimming can feel compared to running or cycling. It may have seemed easy when you were a kid, but [...]
Winterizing your pool is one of the best preventative measures aimed to help avoid freeze damage, which is common during winter. The weather condition during this season has unpleasant surprises that may render some of your pool components ineffective. The freeze damage is preventable and easy to mitigate if you use some pool equipment such [...]
As a pool owner, you are concerned with keeping the pool well maintained and clean. You also want to make sure the pool cover stays clean too. To keep a pool cover in good shape, you need to keep it clean. These are the helpful tips you need to successfully maintain a healthy, long-lasting pool [...]
You have a dog and you have a pool. Most dogs love water so you want them to go swimming, but is it safe? In general, yes, your dog can go swimming in the pool. Just make sure the chlorine is at a normal level. Also, make sure that your dog is able to drink [...]
Owning a pool is a lot of fun and responsibility. It is also not exactly great for the environment. With the world focusing more on green living, it has become important for pool owners to maintain eco-friendly pools. While it is not possible to have a fully eco-friendly pool, there are things you can do [...]
Having a hot tub or standalone spa is a wonderful and relaxing addition to the home. But safety still needs to be your top priority. Promoting safety first ensures that your leisure time is free of accidents. Just as you would with a pool, following simple, common-sense water safety tips gets you halfway there. But, [...]
