Pool and Spa Safety

Add This to Your Pool Safety Checklist

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Did you know that children are 8 times more likely to drown or experience submersion accidents in swimming pools if they do not know how to swim (Consumer Product Safety Commission)?  One more step in helping to prevent swimming pool accidents is to ensure that the children (and adults) who will be using the swimming pool know how to swim.

Whether you and your children need to learn to swim from scratch or just need to strengthen your skills, now is the time to get started.  Indoor pools are common at many local YMCAs, YWCAs, or community centers, and year round lessons are usually available to adults and children of all skill levels.  Contact them today for schedule information.

Swim lessons are important for safety, but they are also great fun and provide access to one of the best forms of exercise.  Parents and caregivers should keep in mind, though, that even if children are taking lessons and may be considered strong swimmers, they can still experience swimming pool accidents.  Responsible adult supervision should always be available when kids are in the pool.

Outdoor Entertaining, Pool Accessories

Poolside Luxury Provides an Instant Getaway

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Poolside Chaise Lounge
Longing for the days of summer in these cold winter months, I have already began imagining lounging by the pool. In my mind, I am in a tropical locale on a plush, luxurious lounge chair soaking up the sun and relaxing all my stress away. Sounds wonderful, huh? Escaping to an island getaway might not be possible for you, but bringing luxury to your own poolside is! The Calle All Weather Poolside Chaise Lounge will make you feel like a million bucks no matter where you are. Its contouring curves offer superior comfort and Sunbrella cushions are both sun and water-resistant for years of heavy-duty, year-round use. Even the bronze and cocoa color scheme highlight the epitome of quality and taste. This chair is a simple way to turn your pool side into the getaway of your dreams.

Pool and Spa Safety

Take Pool Safety Beyond the Basics

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Pool Safety Alarm

Owning a swimming pool, whether it is an above ground pool or an in ground pool, means taking responsibility for the safety of children and pets who live on or near your property.  There’s more to pool safety, though, than equipping your swimming pool with safety features like anti-entrapment drain covers, safety covers, pool alarms, and pool fences.  Even with every available safety device installed, there is still no guarantee that a child will never experience a pool-related injury or accident in your backyard pool, or in a pool owned by a neighbor or family member.

Everything from bumps and scrapes to submersion and drowning accidents are possible in a swimming pool, so it’s a good idea to be prepared for the unexpected by getting trained in CPR and first aid.  Your local chapter of the American Red Cross probably offers courses regularly, and the best time to schedule one is now, before the swimming season begins.

Equipping your swimming pool with safety barriers and devices is a vital step in helping to prevent the worst kind of swimming pool accidents.  Equipping yourself, though, with the skills and knowledge to handle any degree of pool-related injury or accident takes you to an even higher level of responsible pool ownership.

Innovative Solutions, Pool and Spa Chemicals, Pool and Spa Equipment

Salt Water for All Pool Owners

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Salt Chlorine Generator for Above Ground Pool
Saltwater pools have become increasingly popular in recent years. Many pool owners are opting for the softer, gentler water produced by salt chlorine generators. Your water will be silky smooth and you can stop spending money on traditional pool chemicals. Many in ground pools are already equipped with this technology, but above ground pool owners can ALSO have salt water pools. Above ground chlorine generators have become an affordable and usable solution for many pool owners. They are easy to install and cost less than $300. No more red eyes, skin irritation, or handling harsh chemicals again. All you add is salt! Convert your above ground pool before the next swimming season and be prepared to be amazed by the difference!

Pool and Spa Maintenance

One Simple Home Design Tip That Also Applies to Pools

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Every design guru knows that a coat of paint goes a long way in sprucing up any room of the house.  But, this advice also applies to the swimming pool and pool deck.  Pools and pool decks discolor and fade over time due to the effects of weathering, algae,Hi-Build Epoxy Swimming Pool Paint ultraviolet rays, and chlorine.

Before you open your pool for the season this year, perk up the appearance of your pool and pool deck with a coat or two of swimming pool paint and deck paint.  Be sure to use paints specifically designed for pools and pool decks, though.  You’ll be impressed with the results that a little paint can create.