My Dolphin Pool Vacuum Has Stopped Working

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The Dolphin pool vacuum is designed to scrub pool bottoms and surfaces, including the walls and water line, removing dirt, debris and particles from the water. The Dolphin uses a scanning program to sense portions of the pool already cleaned and areas that still need to be scrubbed and operates via

Above-Ground Swimming-Pool Cover Cleaning

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Pools are great to use for exercise and recreation, but they require a lot of maintenance. In the off season, you need to cover your above-ground pool to protect it from falling leaves and debris and to prevent someone from falling in. In the beginning of the swimming season, you need to remove the

How to Float on the Side When Swimming

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The sidestroke is a basic swimming stroke, that is often used by lifeguards when they are rescuing someone out of the water. Swimming on your side, otherwise called a sidestroke, is an essential technique for any swimming enthusiast. By making sure you have the appropriate technique down, you'll ens

Choosing Your Swimming Pool Accessories

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When a pool owner decides to accessorize their pool, there are a few factors they need to consider. Depending on what kind of pool they own will determine their options; above ground pools have different accessories than in ground pools.

Soil Erosion Treatment

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Wind, water and foot traffic can all cause soil erosion on virtually any piece of bare ground. Protect the soil in your flower and vegetable gardens, as well as any other areas on your property, by taking steps to prevent the soil from washing or blowing away. Some solutions to prevent erosion are p

41 Ways to Make Your Yard Safer

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Much emphasis is placed on home safety, but a significant part of maintaining a safe home takes place outside the house.

Hot Tub Cover Lifters Can Save You A Fortune

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Proper selection of a hot tub cover lifter can literally save you a fortune in the long run. It's simply a matter of doing your homework.

Why Is Covering Your Pool Necessary?

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Swimming pools are not only beautiful sites to look at where the water is clean and clear but it is also a place where you can relax and comfort yourself after a stressful day at work. However, maintaining your pool can be a daunting task to do especially if you have a large one. Although this is tr

Why Hot Tub Filters Are So Important

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Hot tub filters are an intricate part to maintaining not only a clean hot tub, but a safe one. Our bodies release oils, dead skin and other particles into the water when we are using a spa. Any perfumes or hair styling products are also released into the water.

Problems With Baracuda Pool Cleaners

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A Baracuda pool cleaner may get stuck near the stairs or ladder, preventing it from cleaning the rest of the pool.Swimming Pool image by PinkSkyPhotos from Fotolia.comWhile a backyard pool is enjoyable and relaxing, many homeowners become frustrated with the daily maintenance efforts...

Spa and Pool Safety

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Swimming in the pool is a refreshing way to relax on a warm summer day, and spas are relaxing and warm on those cooler nights of the year. Swimming can be a year-round activity, but it is important to remain safe while enjoying the water.

How to Replace an Old Outdoor Faucet

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You may have disassembled an outdoor faucet only to find that the mating compression washer face was worn and pitted. Since there is no easy way to repair the brass casting, fitting a new washer would be a waste of time because the faucet would still leak. However, outdoor faucets are inexpensive an

How to Create Concrete Rock Fountains

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Concrete rock is a type of faux rock that you can use for construction projects as a replacement for real rocks. Creating a fountain from concrete rocks will require a design for the fountain and preparation of the ground where it will be installed. To do this you will require materials for the proj

How to Refinish the Concrete Around Your Swimming Pool

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After summers of being subjected to the hot sun and pool chemicals, the concrete surrounding your pool may begin to look a bit haggard. Instead of allowing the concrete to detract from the rest of the yard's beauty, refinish and seal the concrete to restore it to its original appearance. This easy w

Aquarium Fish Glossary - Letter S

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A comprehensive glossary of freshwater aquarium terms beginning with the letter S

Why Do I Have Milky Water in an Above Ground Pool?

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Keeping a pool clean can sometimes be a great deal of work. Checking chemical levels and water purity weekly is needed to ensure both a safe and healthy swimming environment. One of the most common problems with above-ground pools is water clarity. Cloudy water can be caused by a number of problems,

Pool Safety Hazards

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Your swimming pool can offer up a cool, refreshing oasis away from the summer heat, but it can also harbor dangerous safety hazards beneath its shimmering surface. Educate yourself on some of the most common pool safety issues encountered by families and homeowners so you can take the necessary prec

How do I Recover Pool Lounge Chairs?

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Relaxing in a lounge chair by the pool is one of the best parts of summer. After a few seasons your chairs may start to become frayed, stained or faded. Purchasing new cushions is an option but they are often expensive and you may not find colors or patterns you love. Purchase some new fabric, fille

How to Remove Salt Water From Bolts

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Salt water is the enemy of metal. The ions present in brine increase the oxidation of metal, causing it to rust. Because bolts are often important structural components, it's vital to protect them from salt water so that they don't fail unexpectedly.After removing salt water

The Need To Keep Alkalinity Levels In Line In Your Swimming Pool

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Swimming pool service professionals know there are a lot of chemicals and items that need to be addressed and balanced when it comes to your swimming pool. Keeping the water in line not only keeps the water safe and bacteria free for swimming but keeps the tiles, vinyl liner and equipment in working