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Why Is My Pool Still Cloudy After Shocking It? 3 Causes Pool Owners Might Miss

Jul 8th 2026

Pool experts recommend shocking your swimming pool at least once a week during the summer – and even more often after lots of swimming or rainy weather.But what is pool shock and why do you need it to keep your pool water clear and swim-ready?What is Pool Shock?Pool shock, a highly-concentrated form of chlorine, is a common water treatment that kills bacteria and algae to keep your w … read more

Why Is My Pool Still Cloudy After Shocking It? 3 Causes Pool Owners Might Miss

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7 Fun Games to Play with Pool Noodles and Pool Floats

Jul 2nd 2026

Relaxing on a pool lounger in the middle of a tranquil swimming pool surely must be one of summer’s greatest pleasures. If you have kids, however, it’s a pleasure you probably don’t enjoy very often. They’re likely to fight you for the float! Plus, with all the playful shouting, splashing and laughing, your pool could be anything but peaceful.To a kid, pool floats mean fun and games … read more

7 Fun Games to Play with Pool Noodles and Pool Floats

Pool Chemicals 101: A New Pool Owner’s Guide to Healthy Pool Water

Jun 30th 2026

Summer is here and you can’t wait to go for a swim! However, as a new pool owner, you probably have a lot to learn about pool maintenance and pool water quality.Water quality refers to pool water that is properly sanitized and free from organisms that can make swimmers sick. Maintaining good water quality is essential to safe swimming and an enjoyable swim season.However, when it com … read more

Pool Chemicals 101: A New Pool Owner’s Guide to Healthy Pool Water

Summer’s Best-Kept Secrets: Hidden Gems for Backyard Fun and Relaxation

Jun 18th 2026

Summer demands your attention! It’s stretching out in front of you right now with countless opportunities – things to do, places to go, destinations to explore.Or not. You might be looking forward to long summer days relaxing in the yard, grilling and chilling with friends and family. Either choice is valid.The following list of outdoor decor for sun and fun caters to the latter grou … read more

Summer’s Best-Kept Secrets: Hidden Gems for Backyard Fun and Relaxation

From Great Baths to Great Backyards: The Story of the Swimming Pool

Posted by Linda Trzyna on Jun 11th 2026

If you’re a swimmer, propelling yourself across the water may seem second nature. However, unlike most mammals, swimming does not come naturally to humans. In fact, our body structure is more suited to drowning than swimming!Remember, someone had to teach you how to swim and it took a lot of practice to learn to swim well.When Did People First Learn to Swim?Anthropologists believe th … read more

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