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Good Advice For Pool Workers

A few helpful pointers for a long and happy career in the pool and spa industry.

November 23, 2021

Timeless Design

Read how 18th century aquatic masters can teach today’s pool designers the importance of story and connection with clients.

November 16, 2021

Croome Park in Worcestershire, England, as it appeared back in Lancelot Brown’s day, from an original painting by Benjamin Fawcett and Alexander Francis Lydon. This foreground scene, which appears so exquisitely natural, is actually an enormous, man-made water feature built both for its serene aesthetic and to solve the estate’s drainage problems.

Take a Dip on the Vegas Strip

The Venetian Resort’s newly upgraded pool deck joins Las Vegas' lineup of luxurious and exciting swimming spots.

November 2, 2021

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The Drain Cover Law Has Changed

A look at the important new rules surrounding VBGA.

November 2, 2021

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Business Operations

How to Manage Bad News With Your Customers

Leverage the psychology of persuasion when sharing bad news with customers.

October 28, 2021

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Which U.S. Cities Have the Most Homes With Swimming Pools?

Pool installations have risen significantly over the pandemic period. We break down new data on the top 30 largest U.S. cities of homes that have swimming pools.

October 26, 2021

Top 30 largest cities in the U.S., ranked in order by the percentage of homes that have swimming pools. The taller and darker the bar, the more pools the city has.

Well-Equipped: 2021 Pool Equipment Product Focus

What's new in pool equipment? Browse this selection of new products, which showcases the best in the category.

October 21, 2021

2021 PHTA Awards of Excellence: Merit Winners

This year's PHTA Awards of Excellence includes a new category, created to further recognize standout projects. We are pleased to introduce the 2021 Merit award winners.

October 21, 2021

Category: TRADITIONAL By: Platinum Pools, Houston, Texas

2021 PHTA Awards of Excellence: Bronze Winners

We continue our month-long coverage of the 2021 Awards of Excellence with the bronze-winning companies and their installations.

October 19, 2021

Category: SPAS BUILT IN CONJUNCTION WITH SWIMMING POOLS By: Paragon Pools, Las Vegas, Nev.

2021 PHTA Awards of Excellence: Silver Winners

These breathtaking projects received the second-highest accolade by the PHTA in this year's Awards of Excellence.

October 14, 2021

Another Day in the Office Pool

What once was a public swimming pool has become a chic place to ride out the daily grind.

October 12, 2021

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2021 Awards of Excellence: Gold Winners

The PHTA International Awards of Excellence celebrates the remarkable work of the best builders and designers in the business.

October 12, 2021

Category: Elevated Pool and/or Spa Structure By: Cascade Custom Pools, Austin, Texas

Pool Jewels

A luxury jewelry brand has opened a pool-themed retail location in Greece.

October 7, 2021

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A Retail Rundown

Spa dealers report how the 2021 season went, share what their offseason will look like — as well as make predictions for the new year.

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Copper-Silver Mineral Sanitizers

Croome Park in Worcestershire, England, as it appeared back in Lancelot Brown’s day, from an original painting by Benjamin Fawcett and Alexander Francis Lydon. This foreground scene, which appears so exquisitely natural, is actually an enormous, man-made water feature built both for its serene aesthetic and to solve the estate’s drainage problems.

Timeless Design

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Catching Up in Dallas

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Big Money Finds the Service Industry

Buyer's Guide

Find manufacturers and suppliers in the most extensive searchable database in the industry.

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