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How to Make Your Pool Look Tropical (8 Ways)

by Shelby Hatcher

Everyone wants a beautiful tropical paradise in their backyard. If you have a swimming pool, you’re already halfway there. There are plenty of ways to make a swimming pool look more like a tropical oasis than a traditional outdoor pool. If you want to revamp your backyard, you’re in the right place. To make your … Read more

Categories Pool Features, Pool Landscaping
LED lights in Pool

How Much Does It Cost To Run an LED Pool Light?

by Shelby Hatcher

Maintaining a home swimming pool can be expensive. The costs of cleaning, filling the pool with water, balancing the chemicals, and running the pool pump can add up quickly. Another additional expense is lighting the pool for use after dark, though you can lessen it by using LED pool lights.  An LED pool light costs … Read more

Categories General Info, Pool Equipment, Pool Features
Pool lights at night

Can You Put a Regular Flood Light Bulb in a Pool Light?

by Shelby Hatcher

Pools are an expensive luxury, both in buying and in the pool’s upkeep. There are often underwater lights in pools, and when the bulbs burn out, it can cost between $30 to $40 for a replacement pool light and up to $500 for a professional to replace it. This begs the question of whether or … Read more

Categories Common Problems, Pool Decor, Pool Safety
Underwater LED lights are a great way to enjoy your pool at night

LED Pool Light Not Bright Enough? 4 Easy Fixes

by Shelby Hatcher

It can be an incredible experience to swim in a pool after the sun has set, especially if your pool has LED lights that illuminate the water. However, your after-dark swimming time can be less fun if the LED pool lights aren’t bright enough.  If your LED pool light isn’t bright enough, this might be … Read more

Categories Common Problems, Pool Features
Most pool lights are AC and run on a household current.

Are Pool Lights AC or DC? 11 Important Facts For Owners

by Paul Williams

It’s no secret that pool lights are essential for enjoying your pool. They can provide safety and improve the aesthetics of your pool, especially at night. That said, one of the most common questions pool owners ask when installing these lights is whether they are AC or DC. Pool lights come in two varieties: AC … Read more

Categories Pool Decor, Pool Features, Pool Safety
One LED light is enough for most residential pools.

How Many LED Pool Lights Do You Really Need? How to Decide.

by Paul Williams

If you’re looking into lighting options for your pool, you can’t go wrong with LED lights. But how many LED lights do you need for your specific pool? You need at least one LED pool light for pools 15′ x 30′ or smaller. Once you exceed 30′, an additional light will be required. For residential … Read more

Categories Pool Decor, Pool Features

ABOUT ME

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I'm a fun-loving husband and father of 3 that enjoys spending pool days with the family! After years of above ground pool fun, we took the leap and got our first in-ground pool installed. What an exciting journey it has been! I have learned so much along the way, and use this site as an outlet to share everything I've learned, researched, or randomly thought of that I found to be interesting. For more info, see my About Me page.

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