Today, a growing number of pool owners are choosing salt water pools or converting their conventional swimming pools to salt water pools for a variety of excellent reasons. Salt water pools are the subject of some myths as well. In Part 1, we talked about a few of these. Salt water pools do require less […]
Salt Water Swimming Pool Maintenance, Part 1
You’re probably very happy that you’ve completed your research of salt water swimming pools and discovered the many advantages of that type of pool. Perhaps you already have your local pool builders scheduled to begin construction in the months to come. However, if you are unfamiliar with salt water pools, then we’ll give you a […]
Lovin That Outdoor Pizza Oven!
It’s time to start experimenting with recipes after your outdoor pizza oven is constructed! We are confident that you will discover many suggestions for enhancing your masterpieces, whether you are an avid foodie or a fan of a traditional pepperoni pizza. However, ultimately you might wish to even stray from just pizza and try cooking […]
When Should I Pump My Septic Tank?
We frequently hear people ask, “When should I pump my septic tank?” Others say, “Is there a regular frequency that I should schedule my septic to be pumped out?” Before we answer those questions, let’s go over some septic tank basics to help you understand what all is taking place behind the scenes. The Rundown […]
When Buying Larger Size Lumber Is Actually Cheaper, Part 3
The saying “less is more” is one that we have all heard. Regardless of whether you believe that assertion to be accurate, it is uncommon for higher-quality lumber to really be less expensive. With regard to thinner boards, we’ve already discussed the reasons why that might be the case (see Parts 1 & 2). But […]
When Buying Larger Size Lumber Is Actually Cheaper, Part 2
In Part 1, we looked at why thicker boards might occasionally be more accessible than 4/4 boards, which is the thickness typically regarded by the US lumber market as “normal” thickness. But the topic we alluded to in the title – how bigger (or, really, thicker) boards can be cheaper – hasn’t yet been covered. […]
When Buying Larger Size Lumber Is Actually Cheaper, Part 1
A wonderful approach to helping your customers save money and possibly even receive better-quality lumber than you thought your budget would allow is by purchasing short boards. In addition to receiving better value for your money, you’ll also contribute to lowering lumber waste. But even though you already had to think outside the box (or […]
Pool Safety Tips: Keeping Kids Safe, Part 5
In our final post in this series (see Parts 1, 2, 3 & 4), we’ll discuss some more practical principles you can teach kids to help ensure that they stay safer in and around the pool. Stay Away from Pool Drains & Filters Due to their powerful suction of the surrounding water, drains or filters, […]
Pool Safety Tips: Keeping Kids Safe, Part 4
We have largely concentrated on what adults can do to assist in preventing children from being victims of a drowning disaster so far in our series on how to keep kids safe around the pool (see Parts 1, 2 & 3). There are a number of significant ways you may assist kids in reducing […]
Pool Safety Tips: Keeping Kids Safe, Part 3
Children’s pool safety starts with responsible adult supervision and planning for emergencies (see Part 1 & 2). Once you’ve taken care of these, you should concentrate on preparing the child for swimming safely. The first step in this process is examining the child’s aquatic attire. Make Sure Kids are Dressed Appropriately for the Water A […]
Pool Safety Tips: Keeping Kids Safe, Part 2
In our first post, we looked at some somber facts about drowning deaths in children. Additionally, we underlined how crucial it is to have constant, active adult supervision of kids near and in the pool. There is one more crucial distinction to make when discussing adult supervision. It is insufficient to simply have a lot […]
Pool Safety Tips: Keeping Kids Safe, Part 1
When you have kids, having a backyard pool means having fun-filled days with friends, throwing summer pool parties, and creating priceless family memories. Additionally, it entails taking extra steps to prevent a catastrophe from occurring in this destination for leisure and pleasure. If children enter the water unsupervised, they could quickly find themselves in serious […]