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Most Effective Pool-Cleaning Tips If You Don’t Own A Vacuum

October 1, 2022 by Chandler Levitt
Cleaning a swimming pool with a brush

Vacuuming your pool is vital as it keeps it clean and free of dirt and debris. While a specialty pool vacuum makes the cleaning process painless, you can still clean … Read more

Can You Vacuum a Pool Using a Skimmer?

September 30, 2022 by Chandler Levitt
Water Leveling Wide mouth Above Ground Skimmer

Most times, you can rely on your hand skimmer to pick up all the dirt and debris floating around your pool. However, sometimes things like an algae infestation or a … Read more

Beginners Guide To Using A Pool Vacuum

September 30, 2022 by Chandler Levitt
Pool vacuum cleaning dirty in bottom of swimming pool

Staying on top of your pool maintenance routine is the only way to keep your pool tidy and safe, and this calls for important tasks like vacuuming. But how do … Read more

How To Vacuum An Above-Ground Pool

September 30, 2022 by Chandler Levitt
Swimming pool vacuum cleaner

Whether you’ve recently installed an above-ground pool or simply taken over the regular maintenance duties, you’ll need to vacuum it sooner or later. While the task can be challenging, it’s … Read more

Why You Should Never Use Play Sand In Your Pool Filter

September 30, 2022 by Chandler Levitt
Ceramic flask sand filter for swimming pools on a white isolated background

Pool filter sand is one of the most expensive sand options, and if you’re trying to save on cost, you may be tempted to forgo it and use play sand … Read more

How To Use A Garden Hose To Make A Pool Vacuum

September 30, 2022 by Chandler Levitt
Cleaning the home pool in the garden with a brush

Your pool is an excellent complement to your household, but it can become dirty, making you question your choice of having it in your backyard. While this calls for a … Read more

An In-Depth Cleaning Guide For Your Pool’s Cartridge Filters

September 29, 2022 by Chandler Levitt
A man checks a filter for cleaning a home pool -

While owning a pool brings many great benefits to any home, regular maintenance is essential — and that includes cleaning the filter. Cartridge filters in particular need to be cleaned … Read more

How Long Should You Backwash Your Sand Filter?

September 29, 2022 by Chandler Levitt
Pool cleaning with a pump

Dirt and debris build-up in your sand filter makes the filtration process less efficient, leaving your pool water looking cloudy and gross. Backwashing your sand filter restores its cleaning ability … Read more

Removing Algae From Your Pool Without a Vacuum

October 1, 2022September 29, 2022 by Chandler Levitt
Dirty Swimming Pool

Nobody wants algae to spoil their pool party experience, and the thought of a sickly green tint replacing the lovely shimmer of clear water is a big turnoff. But as … Read more

Determining The Correct Amount Of Sand For Your Pool Filter

September 29, 2022 by Chandler Levitt
Large sand pump for garden pool water purification

One of the perks of owning a sand filter is that you only have to change the sand every five years or so. However, many pool owners aren’t sure how … Read more

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