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Innovative Solutions, Pool and Spa Equipment, Pool Closing and Winterizing

How Will You Keep Your Winter Cover in Place?

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When summer ends and you prepare your above ground swimming pool for a long winter’s nap, a major part of that process is using a winter cover to protect the pool through long months of harsh winter weather.  How do you protect your winter cover from wind damage and keep it from blowing off of your pool or from creeping slowly out of position over the course of the winter season?  Two inexpensive and super-easy options for protecting and securing your winter pool cover are Cover Clips and Winter Cover Seal.

Cover clips are eWinter Cover Clipsxactly that…clips that keep your above ground pool’s winter cover in place.  Cover clips grip your top rail, holding your cover on tightly.  They also help to reduce wind damage and general wear and tear on your winter cover.  It is recommended to use two clips per upright or approximately every 16 to 18 inches.  Cover clips are inexpensive and come in packs of 5, 10, 20, or 30 clips.

Another option for securing your above ground pool’s winter cover is Winter Cover Seal.  While it lookWinter Cover Seals a bit like the plastic wrap that you have in your kitchen, Winter Cover Seal is actually a tough poly blend film that wraps around your pool to seal out gusty winds and keep your cover in place.  A special blend of resins enables this unique material to stretch and hold tightly over a long period of time, even during extremely cold weather.  Winter Cover Seal is also packed with UV inhibitors so that the sun will not weaken it.

However you choose to secure your above ground pool’s winter cover, doing so is an important step in protecting your pool cover, which in turn protects your pool.

Innovative Solutions, Pool and Spa Equipment, Pool and Spa Maintenance

Scumsocks Save You From Skimmer Basket Goop

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If you like interesting surprises, then you might actually enjoy peeking into the skimmer baskets each week to see what mystery items have been collected.  But, for many pool-owners, discovering what the weekly contents of the skimmer baskets are is anything but fun.  On a regular basis, you probably find hair, leaves and grasses, bugs, and even pool toys, but you also may occasionally find an unfortunate critter or a mysterious pile of slimy goop.  Sure, you can attempt to empty the basket’s contents by turning it over and tapping on the bottom.  Inevitably, though, you’ll need to use your hand to swipe out whatever items will not come out with even a vigorous tapping — most often, it seems that what is left are the most disgusting bits.

Scumsock Skimmer Filters provide an inexpensive solution for pool owners (like me) who prefer not to come into contact with skimmer basket treasures.  Scumsocks slip over your skimmer basket to catch debris and prevent it from reaching your pool’s filter.  When Scumsocks get dirty, just toss them away.  Additionally, Scumsock Skimmer Filters provide longer filter cycles and require fewer cleanings.

Holidays and Gift Ideas, Innovative Solutions

Ergo Lounger RS– The Chiropractor Recommended Pool Chair

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Could lounging at the pool get any more relaxing? Surprisingly, it can with the Ergo Lounger RS. This is so much more than a pool lounge! It is designed to provide a gentle stretch to your neck and back while you enjoy reading, tanning, listening to music, or just relaxing. The Ergo Lounger passively stretches vertebrae in order to relieve nerve and disk pressure and is medically endorsed and recommended by chiropractors and physical therapists. It is lightweight, easy to carry, and comes with a built-in pony tail/face hole for maximum comfort. Its 12″ height creates easy access and is wheelchair accessible. It is the perfect height for moving to and from a wheelchair. Now, people with painful back problems, inhibiting neck aches, and even those just looking for a posture supporting pool chair will be able to relax in the sun.

Innovative Solutions, Pool and Spa Equipment, Pool and Spa Maintenance

Flossing Removes More Debris From Pool and Spa Filters

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Just as flossing your teeth prevents debris from building up, flossing your pool and spa cartridge filters does the same.  Using a Filter Flosser Deluxe Filter Cleaner allows pool owners to maximize the life of pool and spa cartridge filters while reducing the amount of time, energy, and water spent on regular filter maintenance.

Using the Filter Flosser is easy.  Simply attach your garden hose and spray the filter for a deep down clean.  The unique curved nozzle design provides an extended cleaning area (more than double of other cleaners) helping you to clean 50% faster and use 50% less water. The high pressure water and air agitation reaches deep down between pleats for more thorough cleaning and removes all of the built-up dirt that shortens the life of your cartridge filters.

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Outdoor Clocks Keep You on Schedule

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It’s easy to lose track of time when you’re outside enjoying a dip in your backyard swimming pool.  Mount a weather-proof outdoor clock near the pool side, and you won’t have to worry about being late for appointments, meeting friends, or staying on top of your daily schedule.  Today’s outdoor clocks come in a variety of styles and colors, too, so finding one that suits your personal tastes and your home’s decor is no problem.  And, because outdoor clocks are constructed of weather-proof materials, you can be sure that the one you choose will withstand many years of harsh weather conditions and still be able to keep accurate time.