Benefits of Gorilla Padding

Any outdoor element faces challenges throughout the fall, winter, and spring. During the fall season, some states have the opportunity to engage in outdoor activity while others are forced to execute indoor operations. During the summer, those who own a swimming pool have the opportunity to engage in some outdoor fun. Although having a swimming pool can be fun, maintenance should also be taken into consideration.

Nearly all above ground pools are designed with lightweight materials that can be broken or ripped. It is imperative for an individual to make smart purchases to ensure the longevity of their pool, particularly buying the right liners and/or Gorilla Padding.

A Gorilla Pad is a material that is placed at the bottom of the pool for your protection. The material is made from a thick fabric that would make it difficult for anything to slide through it. Also, it can’t be easily ripped; hence, it will prevent water from seeping. Moreover, the material is very soft and feels like a cushion underneath your feet. Purchasing a Gorilla Pad will save you money due to the fact that you wouldn’t have to purchase another pool or pony up for costly repairs. Many pool owners purchase several pools or new liners per year due to holes and accompanying leakage. With the use of a Gorilla Pad, you would be able to have fun in the sun without the burden of making extra purchases.

Not only are you protecting the surface of your pool with liners but you can also protect the bottom of your pool by purchasing Gorilla Padding. The Gorilla Pad material is made of high quality geotextile and is extra thick to ensure the safety of the pool. Gorilla Pad can be purchased at any local store that sells pool supplies. The best part of all? Gorilla Padding is easy to install, which takes only a few minutes.

Tips For Pool Ownership With Hardwood Floors

Some people might be horrified by the thought of owning a pool and having hardwood floors. But just because you want a luxurious floor in your home it doesn’t mean you have to forego a pool completely. Sure, the chemicals from pools can be harmful to your finish, and you sure don’t want them to get repeatedly wet throughout the pool season, but there are some steps you can take to make things work. Here are some suggestions from pool owners who’ve been able to make both luxury items work.

Some things you can do to minimize the potential damage:

• Use absorbent mats between the pool and your entryway
• Put a sign outside the door reminding guests they need to be dry before they enter
• In the summer have powerful fans by the door and towels to make it impossible not to use them

These can help, but you’re still living in dangerous territory with this combination. It makes the most sense to wait until kids have grown up and you’ll definitely want to make sure you don’t have a pet that will use the pool and go between the outdoors and the house. That combination simply won’t work.

Have any further suggestions for making your hardwood floor work with your pool? We’re all ears. Please share your tips in the comments section below!

Saltwater or Chlorine: Pros and Cons of Each

The assumption that maintaining a healthy pool requires that you buy and handle chlorine on a regular basis is not quite accurate. Many pool owners are discovering the possibility of utilizing saltwater as a means for having a pool that is safe and clean. Saltwater pools do not completely eliminate the element of chlorine from the water. However, they do allow the owner to eliminate the need to handle and store chlorine near their home. Saltwater pools utilize a generator which uses the saltwater itself to produce chlorine independently. This alternative system presents many advantages in terms of pool maintenance. Alternatively, there are also some aspects of this system that will present noticeable differences from the more traditional chlorine system.

A saltwater pool, aside from eliminating the need to handle chlorine directly, reduces the accumulation of fungi and algae in the water. The result is less time spent cleaning the water and the pool surfaces. The frequency with which the water must be changed is dramatically reduced. Typically, pool owners over-saturate their pools with chlorine, causing irritation to the skin and eyes. Saltwater pools produce a steady and consistent flow of

chlorine, eliminating this concern. From the perspective of price, it does cost more money to make the initial conversion to the saltwater system. However, pool owners will save more money over time by stabilizing the chlorine levels.

Considering the long-term effects of chlorine on the body can give one pause in this decision. A saltwater system puts less chlorine in the water over time when compared with pools utilizing traditional chlorine additives. In addition, the generators breakdown chloramines more quickly over time, resulting in less damage to a swimmer’s skin, hair, and eyes. Individuals with allergies typically find that swimming in saltwater pools causes them much less irritation than normal. As the skin experiences less irritation, it will also be softened and soothed by the trace amounts of salt which remain in the water after filtration.

Despite the many

advantages, pool owners must consider the fact that pool components and equipment will become damaged slightly faster with regular exposure

to saltwater. This degradation can effect pool linings, submerged lighting, and other exterior components. The generator needed to maintain a saltwater pool system also requires electricity. The increased cost based on electricity should play a part when considering conversion. On average, a 20,000 gallon pool would require close to 500 watts of power. Consulting the professionals at NYC pool management specialists can assist you in fully exploring the total potential of your pool.

Written By: Kristene Blackham

For pool safty tips visit http://www.poolsafely.gov/pool-spa-safety/staying-safe-pools-spas/residential-swimming-pools/

 

The Lowest Prices On Pool Liners

installing new pool liner (Photo credit: rae)

We have them. We know this because we sold a ton of them last year back when Google Shopping allowed us to list them for free. Ever click on Google Shopping results to view them? If you did, I bet you like to sort by “Prices Low to High”. That’s what I do, and that’s what most people do. Those people ended up ordering from us because WE HAVE THE CHEAPEST PRICES ON POOL LINERS.

Huge selection

If you have a pool we have a liner to fit it, and our customer service people will help you find the right one. Here’s a short list of sizes we have available.

In ground liners

• 12 x 24
• 14 x 28
• 16 x 32
• 18 x 36

These start at around only $375. Beat that other pool companies!

Oval expandable liners

• 12 x 24
• 15 x 24
• 15 x 25
• 15 x 26
• 15 x 30 
• 16 x 32
• 16 x 40
• 18 x 33
• 18 x 38
• 21 x 41

Round expandable liners (20 gauge)

Of course we have round expandable liners as well. These range in size from 18 feet to 33 feet and can handle a maximum center depth of five to six feet.

Overlap liners

We cover a variety of shapes and sizes from 12 to 33 foot pools in round or oval and can be trimmed to fit 48″, 52″ and 54″ pools.

Unibead liners

Round or oval, we’ve got you covered with unibead liners. From 12 to 30 feet and finished depths of 46:, 48″ and 50″.

Confused?

Call our customer service at 1.866.752.7665 and they can help answer your questions.

Pool Products You’ll Want In 2013

While it’s safe to say that many manufacturers in the industry have stuck to their guns the past few years with many of their product lines, there are some great new things on the market for 2013 as well as some tried and true classics here at Swimtown Pool Supplies that you’re going to want to take a close look at.

Grand Entry Wedding Cake Pool Steps – Easy to make a level install with these fabulous steps. Resin handrails are sturdy and water flow through stops ugly algae growth.

Saltron Retro – There are a lot of advantages to moving to a saltwater pool but many people we talk to are scared off thinking it will be difficult to make the switch. Whether you have an above ground or an in ground pool, though, the Saltron Retro Chlorinator makes it a relative snap to enjoy the benefits of a saltwater pool.

Stabilized chlorine tablets - Want to know what we sell the most of? This stuff. These things have 90% active chlorine and dissolve slowly. A slow dissolve can be helpful when you get blistering hot temperatures like we have last summer. Our site was flooded with people trying to figure out why their pool water was so cloudy and the biggest cause was the heat evaporating all the chlorine. If the summer starts out hot, you’ll want to stock up.

Pro Series Pools - The launch of Intex and other metal frame pools have lowered the entry level of cost for people looking to beat the heat this pool season. With several options and upgrades available, the Pro Series offers a sturdy entry level pool for some good ol’ fashioned family fun.

A new solar cover – Especially if you have an above ground pool, it’s worth avoiding the hassle and eyesore of throwing your old beaten, torn up solar cover back on the pool. Trust us, your neighbors are judging you.

Hayward Shark Vac (w/caddy) – “Robotic pool cleaners are SOOOOOO expensive.” Not all of them. The Shark Vac gets the job done at an entery level price point. You’ll be impressed with what you get for the cost.

What’s an Ozone Generator, Anyway?

There’s been a lot of talk in the past about ozone and how it can help improve your health and quality of life. Consequently, many companies offer products called ozone generators that are designed to produce ozone and inject it into your air or water to help clean it.  In this article, we’ll explore the the ins and outs of this topic and hear what some experts have to say on the subject.

Review Swimtown Purchases For A Chance To Win!

Swimtown is growing at a record pace, and we need your help to make sure we continue to provide our customers with great products and service. In fact your feedback is so important, we’ll give you a chance to win something for your feedback. How do you get rewarded? It’s easy. Just head to www.swimtownpools.com, log in (that part is critical so we know who you are), navigate to the product(s) you purchased and write a review of the product. Good or bad, every legitimate* product review you write will count as an entry. So please tell us what you thought of the product you ordered and we’ll enter you for a chance to win!

The winner will be chosen in a random drawing on Friday, February 1st and notified by email. So make sure you add your review by then!

Fine Print

• We retain the right to disqualify entrants for any behavior we deem to be misleading, fraudulent, offensive, or in violation of contest rules.
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• Obviously fake reviews and reviews with no detail or value will be ignored

Thank you for your help, and good luck!

Write For Us! We’re Looking For Guest Bloggers.

Know something about pools or spas? Interested in sharing your knowledge with the world? Well here’s your chance!

We’re looking for writers who want to guest blog or become a regular contributor to the Swimtown Pools blog. Do you have what it takes? Here is what we’re looking for:

• Literally anything related to pools and spas will be considered – just make it worth reading!
• 400+ words
• No more than 1-2 self serving links in the article. Feel free to link out to other relevant resources in your post, but let’s not get spammy. We prefer them in the author byline if possible.
• We’re only interested in unique content here as well. So please don’t provide us an article you’ve posted elsewhere.

If you’re interested send your submission as a Microsoft Word attachment to mandy (at) poolsuppliesblog.com and we’ll review it. If you have images, please send them as attachments in your email as well.

Some other things to consider:

• We may add links from time to time where we deem them appropriate.
• If your post doesn’t have an image, we may add one at our discretion.
• We have the right to edit the article for grammar and make appropriate changes in moderation to make the post more relevant to the website.

Thanks very much for your interest, and we look forward to reading your submissions!

Infrared Saunas – Buy For The Health Benefits

If you haven’t had a chance to head over to the main Swimtown Pools website lately, you may have missed our recent addition of Heatwave Infrared Saunas to our product listings. Many people enjoy a quick trip to the sauna while at the gym or spa, but have never thought about adding one in the comfort of their own home. These affordable saunas start at under $1,000 and offer a myriad of health benefits. Let’s run them down:

• Short term weight loss. While it’s not real weight loss, if you have a hot date and want to fit into an outfit a little easier, the sauna can help you shed a bit of water weight in the short term.
• Long term weight loss. No, a sauna isn’t necessarily a direct hit for weight loss, but it can ratchet up your metabolism, which always helps. Additionally, all that sweating will help reduce toxins in your system and help your body run more efficiently and aid in your weight loss efforts.
• Stress relief. The world continues to get louder, more crowded and move faster. This is the number one health benefit cited in most studies of sauna users. Between the warmth and the quiet, few things relieve stress like a sauna.
• Disease reduction. Sound crazy? Well, consider the fact that the majority of diseases are stress related.
• Pain reduction. Sauna heat will increase the dilation of your blood vessels and increase circulation which in turn aids the healing process.
• Improved sleep. Jacking up your body temperature in the evening will typically lead to a drop later at night and allow you to get a deep sleep. Studies back up the restful sleep gained by regular sauna use.

Sound intriguing? Take a look, one person models start as low as $837.95 at Swimtown Pool Supplies.

Swimtown Pool Supplies…now on Ebay

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You’re used to shopping for your pool supplies on our website, but now we’re giving you a new way to shop – on Ebay.

Up for some auctioning?

Check out Swimtown Pool Supplies on Ebay