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EASY FOOD INSPIRATION FOR YOUR OLYMPICS-THEMED SUMMER POOL PARTIES

Did you see The Today Show this morning? The whole crew hosted U.S. Olympians like swimmer Ryan Lochte and gymnast Gabby Douglas to officially..

DICE-BASED SWIMMING WORKOUTS: AN INTRODUCTORY GUIDE

Swimming provides one of the best total body workouts available. But as with all forms of fitness, variation is key to continued progress. Knowing..

3 CONSIDERATIONS FOR DESIGNING YOUR POOL DECK

You will likely spend as much time around your pool as you will in it. So, in designing your pool, you should design the deck around it with safety,..

3 TRICKS TO BUILDING A POOL WITHOUT CLUTTERING YOUR BACKYARD

Swimming pools naturally take up space. And when you add in fencing, pumps, lounge chairs, and more, a backyard could easily get cluttered. But there..

10 OUTRAGEOUSLY FUN POOL FLOATS

The temperatures might cross that 100-degree mark this week. And you're likely making plans to keep cool in the pool. How about some outrageously fun..

3 ELEMENTS OF A SAFE POOL WALL OR FENCE

Most cities require pool fencing. It is an important consideration in building a pool, especially if you live with or around children. The best pool..

WHY YOU NEED A FIRE ELEMENT IN A PHOENIX BACKYARD

If you've lived in Phoenix for any length of time, you know as hot as it can be during the day, temperatures drop quickly at dusk. A fire element can..

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT TRAVERTINE FOR POOL DECKING

Travertine provides a non-slip surface.Travertine is fairly durable.Travertine provides an interesting and attractive design.Travertine is porous,..

CONSIDER PLANTING POCKETS IN YOUR POOL DESIGN

A planting pocket is an area in or around your pool deck designed to serve as a small garden. Planting pockets can create a variety of different..

10 Pool-Perfect Party Themes

Any summer birthdays among your family and friends? That means it's time for a pool party!