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Borates: Once Per Year

Haviland

Once per year, Haviland reminds you that borates help maintain ideal water quality – and only need to be tested and reapplied once per year.

Borates: Once Per Year

Reach Out to New Industries, Grow Our Market Share

In his last blog post, Vance Gillette argued that the pool and spa industry needs to partner with other industries to reach more consumers. Here, he shares a few ideas of where to start.

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SLIDESHOW: NESPA Honors Pool Builders, Service Pros in Annual Awards

NESPA has named the winners of the 2013 Outstanding Achievement Awards – Builders and Service Competition. Check out the list of honorees and see a slideshow of some of the award-winning projects.

Harness the Power of Color in Pool Projects

When working on a pool, most designers stick to the same colors and materials. Here, designer Mark Holden explains why that's a bad move.

Luxury Among the Vines

The owners of Barefoot Pools show off a few of their projects and explain the special elements of each.

New and Updated Spa and Pool Products: October 2013

Looking for some new products? Our roundup includes a new spa cover, pool steps, a diving board and more.

Spotlight: A Cool Renovation

This Bel Air home, designed by great mid-century architect A. Quincy Jones, Jr., turned 40 this year. Its pool was in need of an update, and tile artist Jimmy Reed came to the rescue.

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The Retirement Problem

As a generation of pool and spa pros hit retirement age, many are struggling to find ways to pass on their businesses — and as a result, pros are staying in their jobs longer. Here, two dealers share their stories of succession in the industry.

Exporting Elegance

A builder shares his story of building a custom project in a lush Central American setting.

Regional Flavor

Climates and regional landscapes vary depending on where you are in the country — and because of that, pool design varies by region as well. Here, we look at two artists who embrace their surroundings in their awe-inspiring projects.

A Humbling Journey

Several months ago, Genesis 3 co-founder Skip Phillips appealed to the generosity of pool and spa industry members and the general public for donations to fund a mission to Africa. Recently returned from the continent, Phillips provided this report.

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