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Polymer Pioneers: AquaSpray Pool Resurfacing

September 8, 2024

Marking its evolution with composite materials By Farheen Sikandar Established in 1990 in California, at a time when basic white pool plaster was the only option for pool resurfacing, AquaSpray Pool Resurfacing offered an advanced solution to traditional pool resurfacing. This was well before the introduction of specialty plasters, such as pebble and quartz, and… Continue reading...

Rise of the generator in spas

February 16, 2023

More spa and swim spa customers are choosing salt chlorine generators because they already have them on their pools, or they have learned about them being an option. At the end of the day, most owners want to spend less time performing maintenance, and these devices allow that.

Water: Good for the mind, body, and soul

February 9, 2023

Since the beginning of time, people have been drawn to water and its natural healing abilities—and for good reason. This instinctual draw to water has evolved from ancient Grecian bath houses to the modernized and science driven aquatic therapy that is seen today.

Adding fibreglass pools helps with labour shortages

February 2, 2023

When it comes to the current marketplace, many companies need to find new ways to service and install more pools in less time using smaller crews. As a result, pool professionals are no longer limiting themselves to a single construction type. Even long time inground pool installers of other types are adding fibreglass pools to keep their repertoire competitive.

Servicing variable-speed pumps for optimal performance

January 19, 2023

Pool professionals face a rapidly evolving industry, and this includes a shift in variable-speed pump (VSP) technology. By preparing for servicing variable-speed pumps now, service professionals can feel confident in tackling common challenges that may arise in the upcoming season.

Curating and maintaining an online brand image

January 13, 2023

Whether people recognize it or not, everyone has their own personal brand, and it is important to maintain it in today’s noisy, digital world, where information spreads quickly and often without a thought about the consequences. This article will discuss tips for success when it comes to both personal and business branding, and how businesses can navigate difficult customer interactions.

The essential ‘three Ps’ of pool care

January 11, 2023

There are many chemicals involved in creating a clean and safe pool, and they can be broken down into four main categories: sanitizers, oxidizers, algaecides, and ancillary chemicals. Each plays a different role in the “Three Ps” of pool care.

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Pools

Polymer Pioneers: AquaSpray Pool Resurfacing

Rise of the generator in spas

Water: Good for the mind, body, and soul

Adding fibreglass pools helps with labour shortages

Servicing variable-speed pumps for optimal performance

Curating and maintaining an online brand image

The essential ‘three Ps’ of pool care

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Polymer Pioneers: AquaSpray Pool Resurfacing

Rise of the generator in spas

Water: Good for the mind, body, and soul

Adding fibreglass pools helps with labour shortages

Servicing variable-speed pumps for optimal performance

Curating and maintaining an online brand image

The essential ‘three Ps’ of pool care

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