Understanding Decking Heat and Solar Exposure in Houston August in the Greater Houston Area brings peak solar heat and humidity. Direct sunlight bakes unshaded patio surfaces throughout the day, causing concrete, brick, and flagstone to store high thermal levels. Unprotected decking can reach high temperatures, making barefoot walking around the pool uncomfortable for children and adults alike. Selecting the right …
Chlorine Tab Shortage – Other Ways to Sanitize Your Pool
In August 2020, Louisiana’s large chlorine production facility burned down, causing a Chlorine tab shortage of a prevalent form of chlorine in tabs for use in swimming pools. For many homeowners, the challenge once again comes down to: How do I use less chlorine? Many pool owners have always been uncomfortable with chlorine, and for obvious reasons — it kills …
Pool Materials: Gunite, Shotcrete, or Fiberglass?
Concrete or fiberglass? That is the question many future pool owners ask about pool materials. So did you know the two types of ingredients that shape your pool? Concrete is concrete, right? Or, how about a fiberglass pool? Many say that it is faster to build, is shaped-ready, and easy on the feet. So, why do more people prefer in-ground …