vsavcenco asked:


who knows, i’ve just moved to GA, and it is alredy realy hot..who knows when do they open swimming pools?

Jed

Tudor asked:


i thought of that be cause , when yo go to the swimming pool, the idea is not to swim fast but to get tired and work out your muscles. so why do people use fins?

Gerret

Swimming pools are some of the most beautiful additions to any backyard. It is necessary to hire a swimming pool contractor because building an in ground swimming pool is a very complicated process. Steps need to be followed and proper procedure needs to be followed to ensure your swimming pool will last for years. This short overview of swimming pool building will outline the steps and should make you understand why you need to hire a reliable swimming pool contractor to complete the building process. We will take you through excavation, steel, plumbing, electrical, gunite, tile, and finishing your swimming pool.

The first step to any swimming pool building project is the excavation of the swimming pool area. The area of your pool is sketched out first using construction spray paint and cones are places around the area. A large backhoe will make its way into your backyard to begin the excavation process. There is usually one backhoe operator and workers manually digging out the excavation site as well. During this phase, dump trucks will be coming and going from your property to dump the soil and excavated material. The issues that can happen during this stage are as follows: the excavators could run into thick rock, heavy equipment could ruin your driveway, your yard may be inaccessible (in which case trees or debris need to be removed). This last point is the most important point with excavation as the more open the area is, the easier the excavation will be which will keep your costs down.

When the swimming pool is excavated, it’s time for the steel or rebar to be bent and put in place in the excavated hole. This is a very important step as the rebar holds the form of the swimming pool, braces the walls, and holds back the water. The steel needs to be thick enough to withstand this weight and needs to be arranged in an appropriate interlocking form for the highest efficiency and reliability. The thickest parts of the rebar are around the base of pool where the walls meet the floor, around the center of the swimming pool, and around the top border of the swimming pool. Also, if you have ledges, steps, love seats, etc, they are also formed by rebar at this time. There will be a team of pool contractors on site that will bend the rebar and weld the rebar into place.

Once the rebar is in place, it is time to run the plumbing and electricity to your swimming pool to power any swimming pool lights you have decided to install. The pool is fitted for skimmers, filters, jets, fluorescent lights, fiber optic lights, halogen lights, etc. This is a raw pipe fitting process. The finished plumbing end electric process take place after the gunite is sprayed and in place. This brings the swimming pool installation process to the next phase, the gunite.

When your pool is framed with the plumbing and the electricity, it is time to shoot gunite into your swimming pool. If you are not familiar with the term gunite, also known as shotcrete is a spray able 4000 pound high yield concrete that is sprayed into the rebar of the swimming pool. This process is very messy and usually takes about a day to finish. There will be a team of anywhere from 4 – 7 pool contractors during this phase. There is usually a person spraying the concrete and the rest of the crew is responsible for smoothing and forming the concrete. The gunite is sprayed from the top of the swimming pool down to the center of the pool.

When the gunite is dry and ready, usually after a few days until it has initially cured, it is time to tile the inside of the swimming pool, install coping around the top of the swimming pool, and plaster around the swimming pool. There are many different types of tiling, styles of coping, and styles of plaster coating – some have warranties longer than others. Also, during this phase, the plumbing that was set in place before the gunite will be connected to the pumps and chemical equipment, any electrical wiring will be completed and finished, and any decking will be installed around the swimming pool.

The last step of swimming pool building is the best step, filling the swimming pool and swimming in your swimming pool. The entire pool building process as described above takes 2 – 3 weeks to complete. As you can see through the steps, the process is very complicated and you need to hire a swimming pool contractor you can trust.



By: Nicolas DAlleva

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Murray

Just imagine that you are relaxing near an eco-friendly natural swimming pool. How cool it will be if you swim in perfectly clean and safe water adjacent to a waterfall or a rock wall. You can appreciate the beautiful fish swimming in the water beneath you and the water lilies around you. You can enjoy the wonderful and memorable experience for many years. You can artificially build a swimming pool with materials like fiberglass, concrete, rebar and chlorine. Instead of opting for an energy draining and expensive filtration system, you can consider creating cost-effective and environment friendly natural swimming pool. You don’t need dangerous chemicals or costly materials to build your favorite swimming pool.

A perfect natural swimming pool in the backyard of your home has no other alternative. You can take the help of online guides and magazines to dig a natural swimming pool. Natural swimming pools do not contain any harmful chlorine or any chemicals which may have adversely affect the environment. The natural swimming pools require are naturally heated and require low maintenance.

A natural swimming pool with a beautiful water garden system is a great source for enjoyment. Your swimming pool will create a great habitat for you and many friendly invertebrates. Shape is the key factor in creating a natural swimming pool.

You can deeply relax yourself at your garden pone with a waterfall in your backyard. You can just look, breath and listen to the beautiful scenery which is very suitable for a perfect swim as well.

The trend of having a luxurious landscape of natural swimming pools is fairy common these days. Dig the pool by creating sloping sides in such a way that the earth does not fall inward. With gradual inclination you can create a natural swimming pool without use of concrete walls or steel framework. To substitute mechanical filtration system, you can designate an area for aquatic plants for cleanliness and purification of the water.

The natural swimming pool promises you no poisoning and no allergy to your skin. Several companies provide you online consultancy services which include design and supply of swimming pools so that you can build a natural swimming pool on your own, or use their contractors. Now, you can swim peacefully without worrying about anything when the water is purified and cleaned in a natural way.



By: Anirban Bhattacharya

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Bert

Epluribusunumjk1 asked:


When I go swimming, I always swim in basketball shorts and boxers or boxer-briefs. Why do some pools forbid this? I understand that cotton “street clothes” are forbidden b/c either a) cotton retains bacteria which could possibly contaminate the pool or b) the fibers can become weakened, break off and clog the filter. This doesn’t apply to basketball shorts as they are usually polyester and don’t become weakened b/c of chlorine.

Halbert

What is an ideal swimming pool temperature? This is a difficult question to answer because it varies based on individual swimmers preferences. Based on recommended heater temperatures and settings from virtually all manufactures, the ideal range for both indoor swimming pools and outdoor swimming pools is anywhere from 75 degrees to 85 degrees Fahrenheit. This figure should not be thought of as final as temperature and comfort does differ from person to person and environment to environment, but it a good goal to reach.

If you have a backyard swimming pool without a heater, looking for an ideal temperature is a difficult task. The temperature of the swimming pool will gradually increase as the season changes and as the pool heats up, but the initial temperature of your swimming pool in the early parts of the swimming season will be quite cold – usually well less than 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Even though there is no proper pool temperature, swimming pools less than 65 degrees Fahrenheit are unpleasant even for the most adventurous swimmers. On the other side, if you do have an outdoor swimming pool with a heater, set it at something that is comfortable to your swimmers and your activity level. For instance, cooler pool water is more ideal for exercising where warmer water is better for a lounge / beach atmosphere. But, keep in mind that turning up your heater too much can lead to unexpected drama.

When you increase the temperature of your swimming pool water, it can have an effect on pool maintenance. With higher temperature comes more water evaporation. This means you will need to be more diligent about filling up your swimming pool to keep the water in your skimmers. Higher water temperatures also mean a faster buildup of dissolved solids. This is basically the “bad stuff” that the chlorine attacks in swimming pool water. Higher pool water temperatures will also burn off your chlorine and pool sanitizing agents much more quickly. Algae also love the hot water so they will grow faster and force more serious and diligent swimming pool vacuuming, squeeging, and cleanup.

Even if you don’t have a swimming pool heater to maintain your swimming pools temperature, the same concerns of a warmer pool will eventually plague your pool in peak summer heat environments. Keep an eye out for seasonal changes and how they will affect your water chemistry. The most important reading in your swimming pool during hot and cold times will be your total alkalinity. When the weather is cooler, your total alkalinity should be increased. In warmer weather, your total alkalinity should be decreased with a muriatic acid to keep the saturation index fairly constant.

There is no ideal swimming pool temperature but you should adjust your temperature based on your individual preference. Also, keep in mind the added responsibilities that come with maintaining a warmer pool. Watch out for seasonal changes and note how they affect your swimming pool chemistry. Both cold and warm temperatures have an effect on pool chemistry and maintenance routines.



By: Nicolas DAlleva

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Bevis

Andy D asked:


Im looking to get a cheap but quality swimming pool for the back garden that i can also put away in the garage after summer.. i’ve tried searching but can’t seem to find any cheap swimming pools that fit the bill.. anyone help?

Renfred

Private swimming pools have many advantages that make them a desirable feature to look for when planning your vacation. Some of these advantages are:

1.Private swimming pools are often housed within a fenced-in residential compound to assure that they remain private.

2.Some private swimming pools are even located within a pool house, which is literally a house built to contain an entire swimming pool. The benefit from having a pool house is that it has changing rooms and bathrooms where guests can change into their swimwear, take showers, and generally be sheltered from the elements while they enjoy the swimming pool. Maintenance also goes down with a swimming pool sheltered within a pool house because leaves and other debris do not get into the water and surrounding pool areas.

3.Private swimming pools are usually cleaner and more hygienic to use than swimming pools open to the general public. Of course, this depends on whether the pool you are using is regularly maintained and cleaned, and the water periodically replaced with a clean supply. So it is less likely that you will contract diseases like ear infections if you use a private swimming pool.

4.You have the option of using, or not using, your private swimming pool when you wish. This means if you want to go skinny-dipping at midnight, you can, without worrying that anyone will mind about the hours you keep or if you are clothed appropriately.

5.Private swimming pools are desirable to have if you will be hosting parties during your vacation because they offer an additional activity (swimming) for guests to partake in. Swimming parties are more enjoyable than regular types of parties where people simply stand around in groups talking.

6.Private swimming pools are also nice to have around if you have children who are at the age when you can start teaching them to swim. You need not worry about hordes of other people getting in the way as they swim from end to end, and you can pay closer attention to your kids. Accidents are less likely to happen if you are alert when your kids are using private swimming pools.

Private swimming pools also have disadvantages that you should keep in mind:

1.Private swimming pools require adequate maintenance to stay clean and appealing to swim in. If you have someone to do this for you, maintenance may be easier to assure – but if you have to do it yourself, you need to set aside a lot of time so you can do it properly.

2.If you have toddlers on the property, they can easily fall in private swimming pools if left unattended, and drown. So you need to constantly keep an eye on any toddlers in your party. One way to reduce this risk is to have a sturdy pool cover stretched over the surface of the water – this could be a kind of tarpaulin cover that will catch anyone, even an adult, from falling into the water.

Private swimming pools can be great to have as an added amenity for your vacation. Just be sure you know the benefits and risk inherent with private swimming pools first.



By: Mark russell

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Alexander

Nowadays, having a good swimming pools at home has become much of a necessity. While they are healthy mediums of relaxation, construction and installation of swimming pools have become very cost-effective options nowadays.

From the two types of swimming pools with which one can associate oneself, one are above-ground swimming pools, while others are inground swimming pools.

In this article, we will discuss about in-ground swimming pools.

Usually, inground swimming pools are built in backyard of a home. They are constructed into the ground to give you a good swimming pleasure. In these pools, you can get numerous choices for depth and construction types. Choose from a wide variety of styles, shapes and sizes in inground pools to enjoy the finest of recreational possibilities.

An inground swimming pool may be anything from aluminum, steel, concrete, vinyl-liner and fiberglass set up. Check out the durability and cost quotient before choosing one for you.

Concrete inground swimming pools are a preferred type in swimming pools as they are tough and can be built in different shapes. In less cost, customers can get their desired style pool that serves for long.

People who like vinyl-liner must know that this type feature reinforced walls, supported by vinyl-liners. Customers can find a huge collection in colors, designs and patterns to get the best tub in attractive prices. If you are looking for a long lasting swimming pool, you should better choose steel setup.

Choose anything that pleases you. However, ensure adequate safety measures installed along side the pool setup. With the inground swimming pool varieties, factors that play significant role in overall enhancement of the looks and feel are the add-ons like surrounding lighting and installation of artifacts around the pool.

Most importantly, contact a professional to render adequate support for longer life of your pool.



By: Anirban Bhattacharya

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Giles

Indoor swimming pools have many advantages and offer great enjoyment. If you have an indoor pool, you are also aware that it can be very expebsive to operate and maintain. By using a high efficiency swimming pool dehumidifier and by following proven energy conservation methods, you can save lots of money on your electric bill.

One of the main elements of high energy costs in an indoor pool is heat loss. There are 2 avenues of heat loss from an indoor swimming pool: sensible heat loss and latent heat loss. Sensible heat loss is caused by temperature differences. Latent heat loss results mostly from exhausting moisture evaporating from the pool surface. Almost all of the heat loss from the pool itself is caused by surface evaporation.

The most effective way to combat this problem is with a pool cover. Cover the pool when its unoccupied: aside from adjusting water and air conditions, this is the major element for cost effective energy conservation. Covering the pool not only saves water from evaporation, it can also result in energy savings of over 50%! Combine the pool cover with an energy efficient swimming pool dehumidifier and experience even greater savings.

HOW TO LOWER ELECTRIC USE OF YOUR SWIMMING POOL DEHUMIDIFIER:

* Reduce The Amount Of Moisture In The Air – The best solution for this problem is a high quality swimming pool dehumidifier. Make sure the unit is designed SPECIFICALLY for indoor pool dehumidification. Don’t be fooled by low performance appliance grade dehumidifiers found in home improvement stores. They will be overworked, ineffective and use more electricity than units made for the heavy moisture load produced by indoor pools. Look for models like the HI-E Dry line that are built to handle the tough demands of swimming pool dehumidification.

* Use The Highest Tolerable Relative Humidity Setting – Don’t make the mistake of setting the RH level on your indoor pool dehumidifier too low, making the unit work harder than necessary. Chose a dehumidifier that features a humidity control adjustment dial like the Vehere. Settings are marked “Low”, “Normal” and “High”. Experiment to find the setting you are most comfortable with. You may need a higher setting during heavy pool activity and use a lower setting when the pool is unoccupied.

* Use A Dehumidifier With A Strong Airflow – Air movement is a vital component of swimming pool dehumidification. The more air that passes through the unit means less moisture in the air. A dehumidifier like the Vehere that utilizes a powerful 540 CFM helps eliminate foggy windows, mold, mildew and condensate to allow full enjoyment of your indoor swimming pool.

* Use The Smallest Feasible Dehumidifier – Many indoor pool owners make the mistake of overkill when it comes to dehumidifiers. You can not only end up paying considerably more for the unit, but your energy costs will also increase dramatically. Units like the HI-E dry Vehere can handle moisture problems up to 450 square feet. This equates to a 30′ x 16′ swimming pool.

EFFECTIVE AND PROVEN ENERGY CONSERVATION METHODS:

* Adjust Pool and Indoor Temperature and Humidity Level – Carefully consider the temperature that you keep the pool water. Each degree rise in temperature can cost you an additional 10% in electric use. The same goes for the pool room temperature. Be sure to lower the temperature when the pool is unoccupied. As mentioned before, chose a humidity level on the dehumidifier that does the job without wasting energy.

* Use the Correct Size Circulation Pump – A common mistake is using an over-sized pump. Consult your swimming pool contractor or pump manufacturer for assistance in selecting and sizing the right pump for your pool size.

* Use a Dehumidifier With Heat Transfer Technology – Using a dehumidifier that has this innovative technology allows the dehumidification process to recover latent heat from condensing moisture in the air and using it to heat the pool water. The HI-E DRY line of swimming pool dehumidifiers incorporates this energy saving technology.

Operating an indoor swimming pool is expensive enough. Don’t waste money on electricity needlessly. Look for high quality, high efficiency swimming pool dehumidifiers like the remarkable HI-E Dry line.



By: Chuck Jaymes

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Monroe