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Maintenance, Safety and More: 5 Essential Tips Every First Time Pool Owner Should Know

Apr 28th 2026

Owning a swimming pool is a lot of fun, but it comes with a few responsibilities that might seem intimidating at first. If you’re a new pool owner, getting familiar with a handful of basics early on can make a big difference in your ownership experience.With a simple routine and a little know-how, pool care quickly becomes manageable and less time-consuming than you might expect.Here … read more

Maintenance, Safety and More: 5 Essential Tips Every First Time Pool Owner Should Know

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4 Essential Pool Water Treatment Products and How to Use Them

Apr 7th 2026

As a pool owner, there’s a lot to keep track of when it comes to pool maintenance. Most of it, however, centers on understanding your pool chemicals. What are they for? When should you use them? And how do they all work together?To keep your pool water clean, clear and safe, most pool water maintenance routines rely on four core products:Pool clarifierPool water balancerPool shockChl … read more

4 Essential Pool Water Treatment Products and How to Use Them

North, South, East and West: When is the Best Time to Open My Swimming Pool?

Feb 20th 2026

NortheastSoutheastMidwestSouth CentralNorthwestSouthwestMany people in the U.S. have endured a long, cold, snowy, icy winter. Now, we’re just trying to get through that messy, in-between time until spring, while dreaming of long, sweet summer days by the pool.Opening your swimming pool for the season is exciting, but the timing can be tricky. The U.S. has up to nine different climate … read more

North, South, East and West: When is the Best Time to Open My Swimming Pool?

Summer Pool Care: Easy Tips to Stop Water Evaporation

Jul 31st 2025

Did you know that, depending on weather and geographic conditions, an uncovered swimming pool can lose about a quarter of an inch of water each day?While you can’t keep your pool water from evaporating, there are steps you can take to minimize the amount of water your pool loses on a hot summer night.What is Evaporation?Evaporation is a natural process where water turns into vapor an … read more

Summer Pool Care: Easy Tips to Stop Water Evaporation

Why is the Water Green? How to Kill Pool Algae

Jul 29th 2025

Pool algae can ruin your plans for a fun swim day. Regular water testing, balancing and sanitizing can help keep algae in check. If algae infests your pool, a shock treatment is the best remedy. Read further for insight into algae problems and solutions from Christmas Central’s Pool & Spa store.It’s a problem every pool owner dreads. You’re all ready for a relaxing swim - but the … read more

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