swimming pools

We all know how a swimming pool can cool us down on a hot summer day and how it helps us take a refreshing break. It can also be used as an outdoor setting for any party hosted in your house where your friends and families can gather and enjoy. So, having a swimming pool in your house helps you enjoy summer with fun and excitement. However, just like everything else,  small backyard pools  don’t last forever. Over time, they will start exhibiting cracks, loose tiles and fading finishes. With timely maintenance including remodelling, you can keep your pool functioning optimally for as long as possible. At Horizon Pools, our  fibreglass swimming pool   experts would like to list 3 important things about pool remodelling. 1.   Resurfacing Resurfacing is one of the most important tasks of pool remodelling. It generally involves redoing the finishing of the pool. A swimming pool needs to be resurfaced every 5 to 20 years. The quality of the materials used...

When it comes to a swimming pool,   the homeowner takes a fair amount of time deciding whether they want one in their house or not.   Besides the fact that a swimming pool adds great value and fun to any place, what holds them back are certain myths about swimming pools. These myths are strong enough to affect the decision to have a small backyard swimming pool constructed at their homes. We have listed these myths for you. Myth 1: Pools require frequent repairs Fact: Definitely not! The truth is that if you get a quality swimming pool installed by professionals, you don’t need to repair it frequently. You just need to give it normal maintenance to upkeep its condition that will prevent any mechanical breakdown from occurring. Additionally, with regular maintenance, you will also be able to detect any potential problems. Myth 2: A Swimming Pool doesn’t fit every backyard Fact: Presently, every homeowner can buy swimming pools for their home becau...

Did you know? Chile has the world’s largest swimming pool at The San Alfonso Del Mar resort. You will be amazed to know that the pool is spread across an area of 19.77 acres and can hold 66 million gallons of water. There are many surprising facts about swimming pools and likewise, there are many myths about swimming pools. Let’s talk about a few myths about fibreglass swimming pool and shun them by discovering the hidden truth. 1.      Myth: Fibreglass Pools Require High Maintenance This myth keeps people away from the thought of installing a fibreglass pool at their homes. But, the truth is that the owner of this swimming pool needs to spend less time and money on maintaining it. Fibreglass is non-porous and smooth and this prevents algae from growing on its surface. So, you will not have to spend much on chemicals. 2.      Myth: Fibreglass Pools cannot be Customised Those days are gone when a fibreglass swimming pool look...

Lucky are those who have a small backyard swimming pool at their place! But having a swimming pool and not maintaining it is equivalent to null. To help you out with that, we have brought some swimming pool maintenance tips here! 1.   Test water and check chemical balance Testing the pool water should be a regular task for pool owners to maintain it and keep it sparkling clean. This should be done weekly. Also, check for its chemical balance to keep it free from bacteria and ensure the protection of your health. All small backyard pools need maintenance and proper monitoring of chemical balance. 2.   Clean pool filters Clean your pool filters regularly to ensure their performance. If you ignore this aspect of maintaining the quality of your pool, you are allowing debris to clog up. The contaminants that may get collected are strands of hair, microscopic grains of dirt, sand and other such particles. 3.   Shock the pool Shock your pool once in a week to...