Choosing the Right Colors for Your Swimming Pool and Patio

Posted by Guest Expert: Eric Herman, Editor of WaterShapes on Jan 13, 2024 10:09:49 PM
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—Creating a palette for features and elements

Henry Ford once said you can have any color car you want, so long as it’s black.

Swimming pools were once that way too, confined mostly to white plaster and blue waterline tile.

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Topics: hardscape, Design / Features, LED, interior finish, quartz finish, Buyer Tips, marcite, backyard design, lighting, lagoon pools, pool mosaics

Rock Waterfall Pool Slides: Design Guide + Photos

Posted by Blue Haven Pools & Spas on Aug 14, 2021 6:00:00 AM
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How rock waterfall pool slides are built, your design options, and what to know before adding one to your pool.

If you're designing a lagoon-style or resort-style pool, a rock waterfall slide is one of the biggest “wow-factor” upgrades you can add.

But it’s also one of the most misunderstood.

Costs, construction methods, design tradeoffs, and safety considerations all vary more than most homeowners expect.

This guide breaks down exactly how rock waterfall slides are built, what options matter most, and what to think through before adding one to your pool.
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Topics: Backyard Additions, pool layout, Design / Features, swimming pool photos, swimming pool plans, swimming pool waterfalls, pool deck, lagoon pools

Tropical Swimming Pools: 12 Best Design Ideas with Pictures

Posted by Blue Haven Pools & Spas on Apr 10, 2021 6:00:00 AM
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Planning tips for creating an exotic backyard lagoon

So, you are dreaming of a tropical swimming pool in your backyard. Just how do you go about designing a lush, beautiful lagoon retreat?

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Topics: Design / Features, Beach entry pool, custom pool ideas, swimming pool waterfalls, natural entry pool, backyard design, tropical pools, lagoon pools

  

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