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Help! My pool water has turned cloudy

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Reading time: 3:40 – Have you noticed your pool water slowly turning cloudy? Or did you wake up to the change overnight? Either way, it’s not something you should ignore! Not only is it ugly to look at, it can also mean that your pool water is unsafe to swim in. And like clouds on…

What to plant around a swimming pool

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Reading time: 3:20 – Whether you’ve just installed your dream pool or are looking to refresh your existing one, transforming your backyard pool area into a space that resembles a 5-star resort is easier than you think! Putting in plants around your pool not only elevates your design, but it also improves the overall pool…

The BioGuard 3-step pool maintenance program

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Reading time: 4:40 – The sun is finally creeping out from behind the clouds, and although it felt as if it would never end… winter is finally over! And the best thing about that? It’s nearly pool season! Before you pour the celebratory cocktails and invite the entire neighbourhood over for a soiree in the…

A guide to heating your pool

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Reading time: 2 minutes – Nothing extends the summer feeling quite like a heated pool. If you’re in the market to install a unit or looking to upgrade your current system, the hardest part can be determining which one is right for you. There are numerous systems on the market, and each comes with its…

Help! My pool's turned green

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Reading time: 2:30 – Has your pool turned green? We want to help you get it back to this! Not only is a green pool an eyesore, but it’s also unsafe to swim in! When a pool turns green, it’s become a breeding ground of algae and bacteria. How do you restore your pool to…

How To Choose The Right Sized Swimming Pool For You & Your Family

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Reading Time: 3 minutes – Are you thinking about diving into pool ownership? First and foremost, you need to decide what size pool will suit your lifestyle. It’s important to make the right choice from the beginning because once construction is underway, it’s not something you can easily change! We have created a guide for…

Do I Really Need To Treat My Pool With Oxidiser?

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Reading Time: 2:15 – Keeping on top of your pool maintenance can be a daunting task when first starting out. When you’re formulating a maintenance plan, it can be tempting to cut corners and save money by only purchasing a selection of the recommended chemical products. But this will cause you stress in the long…

How To Maintain Your Salt Pool

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Reading Time: 2:15 – Do you want to be a pro when it comes to maintaining your saltwater pool? Luckily, you’ve come to the experts. The popularity of saltwater pools has been on the rise across Australia and New Zealand because they’re easy to maintain and are suitable for swimmers with sensitive skin. They do,…

The Ultimate Pool Bucket-List

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Reading Time: 1:30 – Not all pools are created equal. We’ve journeyed far and wide to discover the best pools in the land. Join us in wading through our ultimate pool bucket-list. 1.The Cambrian Hotel, Adelboden, Switzerland Can you think of anything better than floating in an infinity pool heated to perfection at 32C that’s nestled…