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The Best Pool Type

A pool is the ultimate amenity for any homeowner, offering a breathtaking aesthetic and a perfect escape any time of day. Whether it’s a relaxing retreat or the entertainment center for your next party, many agree that the crystal-clear waters are a sight to behold. While a pool’s overall appearance should be at the top of your mind, the material making the foundation of your

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Pool Care During Winter

One major advantage to living in Florida is the year-round warm weather. This almost endless summer provides us with the rare opportunity to keep our beautiful pools open all year and dive into crystal clear waters at our own leisure. However, with packed schedules and lower temperatures in winter, pools may see slightly less use during the season. With warm weather preventing pool water from

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Restoring Your Pool After Severe Weather

While living in Florida means plenty of sunshine and warm temperatures year-round, it also means facing the possibility of strong storms or hurricanes. After these storms pass, pool owners will begin the task of repairing any damage done to their personal paradises. What were once clear blue waters may now be cloudy and littered with debris and leaves. Post-hurricane cleanup can be a challenge, but

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Cloudy Water: Causes and Solutions

After a long day at the office or school, pool owners and their families count down the moments where they can unwind in their own slice of paradise. Once they arrive home and prepare for poolside fun, they rush out to the water’s edge. This time, the pool isn’t crystal-clear, the deep blue bottom heavily obscured by a new, chalky color. This is cloudy pool

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Saltwater Pools Vs. Chlorine Pools

When you’ve made the investment in a pool, you want it to be sparkling clean and ready for swimming whenever you are. That’s why it’s important to choose the pool cleaning and maintaining maintenance system that best matches your needs and lifestyle. When you work with Waterscapes Pools & Spas to create your Florida dream pool, you have two choices that are commonly referred to

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Ten Haunted Pools in America

When you think of pools, they probably bring up many beloved summer memories. Sitting outside, enjoying poolside drinks, lounging on pool floats and plunging into the refreshing water are just a few common thoughts pool owners have. As October arrives, many Floridians opt to keep their pools open, inviting friendly ghosts for a dip! When it comes to the spooky season, many forget that pools

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After the Rain: Managing Cloudy Pool Water

At any time of the year in Florida, a crystal-clear pool entices owners to jump in and take the edge off of a hot day. However, owners might be reluctant to do so when they see cloudy pool water, a concerning issue that often comes about after a heavy rainstorm. Many Floridians also find this issue often happens during the state’s rainy season. While cloudy

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Combating Pool Algae

Proper pool maintenance is important to enjoy crystal-clear pool water year-round. However, many pool owners occasionally face a problem that can literally happen overnight. The name for this common issue is algae, and it can certainly put a damper on a refreshing swim or pool day with friends and family. While experienced pool owners know how to tackle the issue immediately, first-time owners can be

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The Truth About Blue Pool Water

Everyone finds clear blue pool water inviting them to take a relaxing dip. Before diving in, this makes pool owners ask themselves “why is the water blue?” This has many wondering how pool water can match the color of an ocean or sea. The crystal-clear truth behind this mystery is more complex, yet simple to solve. If you want to know what causes this blue

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Designing The Perfect Spa

Installing a spa is a significant investment and there are many factors to consider. Having a spa connected to your pool can be quite advantageous. They can increase your property’s value as well as soothe aching muscles and ease your stress. A spa for pools can even offer an additional source of entertainment at parties for any time of the year in Florida. Waterscapes Pools

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