Karen ErstadKaren Erstad joined the staff of AQUA magazine in 2001. She served as Senior Editor before becoming a full-time stay-at-home mother in 2007. She has a B.A. in English from the University of Wisconsin - Madison and lives in Madison, Wisc.BuilderThe unique character of the pool renovation businessThe unique character of the pool renovation business.August 14, 2009BuilderMassachusetts builder creates fiberglass therapy pool for injured soldiersFollow a Massachusetts builder as he creates a fiberglass therapy pool for injured soldiersAugust 13, 2009ServiceEfficiently troubleshoot spa packsTroubleshoot spa packs efficientlyMay 21, 2009RetailStrategies to boost spa cover salesStrategies to boost spa cover salesMay 17, 2009BuilderBright Lights, Big RocksCustom rock work is the glowing centerpiece of poolscapeNovember 10, 2008BuilderLap Lane Of LuxuryPoolscape blends artistry and engineering exquisitely.March 18, 2008HomeExpert ExpansionAdvice from industry veterans on how to grow wisely.March 18, 2008HomeIt's In Your HeadAlter your approach to lift sluggish hot tub sales.March 18, 2008RetailAlter your approach to lift sluggish hot tub salesAlter your approach to lift sluggish hot tub sales.March 18, 2008PoolsAward-winning Southern California watershapeAQUA Choice Awards: Less is more in this Southern California watershape.March 18, 2008Previous PagePage 5 of 14Next PageTop StoriesOutdoor LivingWhere Do We Even Start?Five pro tips to turn inspiration into intention and create outdoor spaces that feel like home.PoolsPerfecting Substrates: The Importance of Bonding AgentsOutdoor LivingThe Entertainer's Oasis: Bringing Paradise to the BackyardSwim SpasSwimming UpstreamSponsored ContentiGarden K Series Raises the Bar in Automated Pool Cleaning with Six-Hour Runtime