Kirstin PiresKirstin Pires, has been on the editorial staff of AQUA magazine since 2002. She has a B.A. in art from Carleton College and M.A. in journalism from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, N.C., and currently lives in Madison, Wisc.HomeOn With The ShowThe editor addresses the sale of AQUA Show to Hanley Wood.November 11, 2006HomeHistory LessonThe editor muses on the beginnings of the hot tub industry 50 years ago.September 11, 2006HomeSafety. Always safety.The editor expounds on the importance of talking about safety.August 11, 2006HomeTreat YourselfThe editor's takes on the issues in this month's issue.July 11, 2006BuilderThe Show Away From HomeIs a home and garden show right for your business?July 11, 2006BuilderRock On!Give clients a little bit of the resort waterpark in their own backyards.June 11, 2006HomePuppy LoveThe editor's personal take on hot tub health studies.June 11, 2006BuilderDo The HomeworkUnderstanding what the client wants — and what the old pool can take — are the first steps to a successful renovation or remodel.May 11, 2006HomePublic RelationsThe editor dissects an anti-spa article from the AP wire.April 11, 2006BuilderIn ControlPioneering pool automation leads the way.April 11, 2006Previous PagePage 7 of 13Next PageTop StoriesPoolsPerfecting Substrates: The Importance of Bonding AgentsConcrete bonding agents play a crucial role in ensuring a strong and durable bond between shotcrete and plaster in swimming pools.Outdoor LivingThe Entertainer's Oasis: Bringing Paradise to the BackyardSwim SpasSwimming UpstreamBusiness OperationsRudy Stankowitz: After the StormSponsored ContentMaking Simple Pools Smart: Pentair Pool Pump Webinar