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Swimming Pools & Water Fountains & Ponds : Home & Garden
Homemade Firewood Pool Heater
You can adapt a portable outdoor fireplace to make a homemade firewood heater for your pool and extend the swimming season. The parts are readily available, and it's a low-tech do-it-yourself project you can complete in a short time. You can either use the pool's circulation system or add a separate
Cleaning Pool Filters
Pool filters are traditionally cartridges made of a microfiber paper. Although you could easily just replace the cartridge with a new one, you would find out quickly that the costs would add up quickly since pool filter maintenance is usually a weekly task during the summer months. You can clean the
Livingstoni - Nimbochromis livingstonii
A profile of the Livingstoni (Nimbochromis livingstonii), including habitat, care, feeding, and breeding.
The Best Place to Buy OEM Replacement Hot Tub Filters
Hot tubs are both theraputic and relaxing. They are used to relieve aches and pains, or even just to relax the muscles after a stressful day at work. Although hot tubs are enjoyable, it is sometimes hard to find replacement parts when something goes wrong. From pool supply stores, to online retailer
Will Termites in Mulch Around a Swimming Pool Eat the Liner?
According to the University of California, termites make positive contributions to natural ecosystems because they recycle wood and plant material. However, they threaten thousands of housing units in the United States every year by consuming structural lumber.
How to Stop Raccoons From Tearing Your Pool Screen
Raccoons can prove to be a real nuisance. They are small, but they can cause a lot of damage and trouble. They are very smart and clever. Once they tear up your pool screen, they tend to poop inside of your pool. This is terribly disgusting and makes your pool a toilet instead of a place to relax an
How to Cut Down on Pool Maintenance Costs
One of the greatest concerns of pool owners regards cutting down on maintenance costs. Pools are sources of endless entertainment, but the upkeep can get expensive. Here are some ways to cut down on swimming pool maintenance costs.
Pros & Cons of Backyard Ponds
A backyard pond can attract wildlife to your garden.by the pond image by Quennie Chua from Fotolia.comBackyard ponds offer a beautiful focal point for the landscaping behind your house. Building a backyard pond is a project you can undertake yourself; otherwise, you can hire a...
Orange Balinese Fish
These hand carved wooden ornaments are part of an aquatic / fish themed Christmas tree
4 Useful Steps for Pool Maintenance
A swimming pool on the property is certain to give many days of summer fun. However, with the fun of using the pool it is also important to put in place a regular schedule of maintaining the pool and accessories.
My Toilet Has No Suction
A toilet with no suction is likely a clogged toilet. The suction in a toilet comes from gravity, and water falling through the drain system. If the drain is clogged, the water does not fall, and your toilet water remains in the bowl. There are a few ways to get rid of your clog, and a few things to
Use the Most Effective Steps to Maintain the Pool
Location and climate can have a significant impact on the required steps to maintain the pool. If living in an area that experiences cold to freezing weather during the winter, it is crucial to take the right action to ensue the pool area remains healthy.
How to Build a Pond Out of Wood
A pond constructed of wood is typically built using railroad ties that are stacked similarly to the way that a log cabin is constructed. This provides a solid, sturdy framework in which to install the pond. A pond of this type fits well into almost any outdoor landscaping theme and is ideal for slop
Reverse Osmosis Filter Troubleshooting
Reverse osmosis filters are used in the home to help purify water for drinking purposes. These systems pick up sediment and chemicals as well as disinfecting the water as it comes through the house. Reverse osmosis filters are more complex than traditional filters and there are several reasons they
Should I Leave My Hot Tub Heater On?
Turn the heater off if you don't use your hot tub very often.pool spa 1 image by Aaron Kohr from Fotolia.comHeating TimeAlthough hot tubs use a lot of energy, it is tempting to leave them on so that you can jump in when you like. According to Spas N' Stuff, it takes about half an hour to...
What Type of Swimming Pool Should a New Pool Owner Purchase?
The idea of having your very own swimming pool can seem to be wonderful, however choosing the wrong type of pool can be an expensive, frustrating mistake. This is especially the case for first time pool owners. Learn about the primary types of pools available on the market, and the benefits & drawba
Pool Fences - Safe and Attractive
For anyone who has an outdoor swimming pool in their front or backyard, getting a pool fence is quite important nowadays and they can also be a great way to decorate the surrounding area. There are even certain laws in many parts of the country which are laid out for homes with swimming pools.
Put in Place the Right Pool Care and Maintenance Procedures
A well-planned and implemented schedule of maintenance for the pool is certain to help with keeping the water sparkling clean. A weekly plan of cleaning the pool and maintaining the right chemical balance is certain to help.
Safe Method of Keeping Bees Out of Your Pool
Bees and many other types of insects are a constant unpleasant sight to behold during the summer as they tend to hover around the beautiful crystal-clear water of your swimming pool. These pests do this in order to fight the heat of the sun by dipping their body and drinking small portions of water.