—Decorative and functional options trending on new gunite pools & spas
Most of the design trends you see today in contemporary swimming pools have developed over the last several years, steadily gaining momentum among pool contractors and their customers.
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Topics:
Backyard Additions,
Design / Features,
swimming pool plans,
inground spa,
Gunite pool construction,
custom pool design,
custom pool ideas,
swimming pool waterfalls,
tanning ledges
—Overview of package pools and their key components
So what exactly is a vinyl liner pool? Let’s look at the chief components that comprise this inground vessel that’s also known as a kit pool and package pool.
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Topics:
pool construction,
swimming pools,
steel walls,
vinyl liner,
package pools
—A basic overview of coping purposes, why it matters, and your material options
When planning a new gunite
swimming pool or remodeling an existing one, one choice you’ll make is the type of coping to trim the pool & spa perimeter.
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Topics:
Design / Features,
Gunite pool construction,
swimming pool remodeling,
pool photos,
pool decking,
decking
—From sleek laminars to reverse infinity edges, see the range of modern “liquid décor” options
Swimming pool water features are among the top ideas for adding beauty, dimension, movement, and a sense of tranquility to any backyard space.
Among the range of water features are rock waterfalls and grottos—popular choices for rustic and tropical pools and decks and coping with flagstone.
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Topics:
custom spas,
Design / Features,
swimming pool photos,
swimming pool plans,
LED,
infinity swimming pool,
negative-edge pool,
Buyer Tips,
custom pool ideas,
swimming pool waterfalls,
lighting,
tanning ledges
—Get the facts on custom landscape slides and integrating them into pool waterfalls
Incorporating an attractive slide into your swimming pool rock waterfall or grotto waterfall will boost the entertainment possibilities in your backyard while enhancing its overall beauty.
Compared to free-standing slides, rock waterfall slides—also called landscape slides—are both permanent and more visually appealing.
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Topics:
Backyard Additions,
pool layout,
Design / Features,
swimming pool photos,
swimming pool plans,
swimming pool waterfalls,
pool deck,
lagoon pools
—Dark swimming pools and the common risks that accompany them
Let’s call a spade a spade: Black-bottom swimming pools come with an array of perils.
Ask someone who chose black pool plaster for their backyard resort about their experience.
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Topics:
pool plaster,
plaster,
interior finish,
Buyer Tips,
custom pool ideas,
sanitizer,
water maintenance,
Purification,
Maintenance,
tropical pools
—7 kid-friendly features to consider for your new gunite pool or remodel
Kids and swimming pools go together like summer and sunshine.
Today’s inground gunite designs amp up the fun level with a variety of features that children love—and grown-ups appreciate.
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Topics:
Design / Features,
pool construction,
swimming pool remodeling,
custom pool design,
custom pool ideas,
tanning ledges,
Games & Activities,
Owner/Lifestyle,
children