Green Resource Series – Optimizing Swimming Pool Circulation

Supersize Me – Not!

Oversizing Swimming Pool Pumps. . . .Not such a good idea!

How many times have we pulled up to the drive up window and said supersize my order?  I mean, after all, we are Americans and we do believe that bigger is better.  Why settle for regular Fries when I can double its size for 10 cents more. Who cares if I get three times more fat and carbs.  You don’t have to look any further than the auto industry to see examples of this either.  Hummers, Suburban’s, Tahoe, Yukon, all bigger and better right?  Well that is until our values changed and we started caring more about fuel efficiency and saving the planet and how darn cute we look riding down the road in our Audi TT or VW, or Prius.  You see we started to pay attention to fuel efficiency and realized that we could get to the same place on time and get there on 50 miles to the gallon.  (Best case scenario)  Saving us money, fuel and the planet all at the same time.

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A Slightly Humourous Look at Swimming Pool Etiquette and Safety

I wanted to talk a little about swimming pool and spa safety (or just water safety in general).

but then realized there are a lot of different categories to that topic and they all scared the heck out of me!

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When is my Child Ready for Swimming Lessons? – Swimming Pool Safety

I have a precocious 3 1/2 year old little girl, Mia, who happens to love the water. At water parks she jumps right in without any consideration of the heart attack I may have watching my baby’s head bob up and down in the water; even if the pool is only 10″ deep. When we ply in the swimming pool, she spends hours in her little tubes and floats, but every once in awhile she tries to escape. . .thus causing heart attack number 2! Continue reading

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Fiberglass and Gunite Swimming Pool Stain Removal

Seeing Stains in your Concrete/Gunite Pool or Fiberglass Swimming Pool?

The purpose of this article is to help you understand metal stains on the surface of a swimming pool. I have been in the swimming pool business for 20 years and have practical experience with the removal of metal stains from fiberglass pools using products formulated by Jack’s Magic. Keep in mind that there are MANY other products out there formulated to remove stains. . .I just happen to have the most experience with Jack’s Magic. Continue reading

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Color Theory – Choosing an Interior Color for your Swimming Pool

Now that you’ve decided to get a swimming pool, it’s time to choose a color. Let’s talk about Color Theory and pool/spa water! Continue reading

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Top 5 Swimming Pool-Water Toys for Baby Boomers

Who says you can’t be a kid again? We’ve scoured the latest and greatest swimming pool toys to bring you the best finds for the distinguished boomers you are! Continue reading

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Fiberglass Pool Installation – Bella Gets A Swimming Pool

I can remember the first time I swam the length of our neighborhood pool. I was 6 years old and it is indelibly etched in my mind. There’s something magical about being a kid, the summer and a swimming pool. Continue reading

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Swimming Pool Fun – Poolside Drinks Even the Kids Can Enjoy!

Playing around outdoors and in the swimming pool this summer can work up a thirst. Trilogy Pools to the rescue! We put together 3 of our favorite non-alcoholic drink recipes the whole family can enjoy. Please email us if you have drink recipes to share! We’d love to try them out too! Continue reading

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Adding Ozone to Swimming Pools – Green Resources Series

I had the pleasure of being a Chaperone for my sons school fieldtrip to The Aquarium Restaraunt in Nashville, TN. It was a lot of fun and we learned all sorts of good stuff.  Part of the day involved a behind the scenes tour of the aquarium. WOW! There are so many pieces of equipment keeping all those fish healthy. . . Continue reading

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Green Resources for Swimming Pool and Spa Owners

Trilogy Pools really cares about the environment.

From our environmentally conscientious manufacturing practices, to the creation of long-lasting durable fiberglass pools, we try every day to implement green practices. Continue reading

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