How to Kill Moss in Paving Stones

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The moss that grows between and on top of paving stones is often an unwelcome addition to the home landscape. If you want to get rid of that moss for good, there a couple of methods that work well, especially if you incorporate more than one. Keep the moss away by filling in the spaces between the p

How Do Pool Skimmers Work?

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DefinitionSwimming pool skimmers are an important accessory for your pool. They are found on both above-ground and inground pools. Made of plastic, the skimmer is in the upper part of the side of the pool, and catches floating debris before it gets saturated and sinks to the bottom. The...

How to Set the Filter Cycle on a Swimming Pool

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The filter performs regular swimming pool maintenance for your pool by collecting harmful debris that clogs the drain. Running your filter cycle ineffectively uses more electricity, which translates into higher utility bills. This means you not only need to set your filter cycle, you also need to ev

How to Clean a Cess Pool

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A cesspool stays relatively clean and free from clogs when proper techniques are used. The cesspool, or holding tank for a septic system, is susceptible to clogging. When a clog occurs, the pool fills and the septic system backs up. A backup leads to standing water and flooded bathrooms in the assoc

Waterfalls and Fibre Optics - Finishing Your Swimming Pool With Style

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The simple addition of a waterfall can change the character of a pool or spa instantly, bringing new life and interest to the area. The addition of fibre optics lighting to a waterfall will create a sensational display of colour to enhance the look of any water feature in any pool.

How to Wire an Intermatic Pool Timer

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Intermatic Incorporated manufactures pool timers for residential use. A pool timer controls the pool pump's run time. The Intermatic pool timer uses a 24-hour dial with at least two adjustable trippers that activate the pool pump. After passing the "On" tripper, the pump motor runs until the dial pa

How to Correct Problems with Sundance Spas

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Sundance spas allow you to relax and rejuvenate your body through hydrotherapy. The company's spas and hot tubs come in different designs to accommodate recreational users or those who plan to make hot tub use a part of their daily therapy. Even though spas are compact and would seem easier to maint

20 Surprising Facts About Water Use

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Are you aware of how much water you use at home and in your yard? How about the pool or spa? These facts about water use may surprise, or motivate, you.

Effective Swimming Pool Pumps for Your Pool

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Do you have a swimming pool at home? Do you know how to maintain it clean and bacteria-free? In case you are wondering how to remove impurities in the water effectively, a good pool pump is what your pool needs.

How to Decrease Alkalinity in Swimming Pools

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If you notice your swimming pool water is cloudy or the filtration process is not nearly as effective as it once was and develops scale deposits, your pool's alkalinity must be lowered. Purchase a test kit at your local pool store or hardware store to confirm the alkalinity is high. Luckily, lowerin

How to Buy Cheap Hot Tubs

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There is nothing more relaxing than a nice long soak in a hot tub. An outdoor hot tub can be a great addition to any house. These days technology has elevated the overall experience we get from our hot tubs. Fancy jets and massagers have turned hot tubs into mini hot tub spas. But these upgrades hav

Maintenance on a Pool's Plaster Finish

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One of the most classic finishes for an in-ground pool is plaster. Made from a combination of cement and marble dust, it provides a highly textured surface that can be painted for a decorative look. However, because it is an extremely porous material, careful maintenance is required to keep a plaste

Pool Plaster Colors

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Although the dominating feature of a pool is the water, the tile, fixtures and plaster all contribute to the beauty of the pool experience. The natural color of plaster is an eggshell off-white; however, this color can be enhanced or replaced using a number of pigments that can both color the plaste

Requirements for a Swimming Pool Safety Net

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Swimming pool nets protect children from drowning.Jupiterimages/BananaStock/Getty ImagesSwimming pools present a severe danger to children. Many children play near swimming pools and fall in. Swimming pool drowning represents the greatest cause of child mortality. Swimming pool safety...

Inground Pool Leak Detection

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Nothing is more maddening to an in-ground swimming pool owner than to watch her pool's water level drop daily through some unseen leak. In-ground swimming pool basins develop leaks through various means, including tears in pool liners. Swimming pools, though, can also develop leaks elsewhere, includ

I Cannot Clear Algae From My Pool

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Removing algae from a swimming pool requires knowing what type of algae is in the pool. Swimming pools are subject to three types of algae. Using the correct treatment on the specific algae makes the different between getting rid of the algae or having it take over your pool. Before you can clear a

How to Choose a Swimming Pool Slide

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Swimming pool slides can add a huge amount of fun to a pool; but there are also a huge amount of options to choose from. From the materials used to the many different styles out there, choosing a pool slide might not be as easy a task as it sounds.

How to Repair an Outdoor Antifreeze Faucet

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Warm weather means lots of mowing, planting, and watering. Preparing your outdoor equipment includes the water faucets around your home as well. With frequent use, your antifreeze outdoor faucets will need repair at some point. If this is your first time repairing an outdoor faucet, fear not--with t

Hot Tub Cartridge Filter Maintenance - What You Don't Know Could Hurt You

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Hot Tub owners, I thought it would be good to start by describing a task that is often overlooked and costly over time. I'm talking about maintenance of your spa's cartridge filter. If you don't already know, cartridge filters are a cylindrical shaped, pleated polyester that is bound

Solar Heating For In-Ground Swimming Pools - Start Saving on Heating Bills

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Article explains advantages of solar heating for in-ground swimming pools. Learn how to save on heating bills with eco-friendly pool heating solution.