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SPEC Wins a Battle, Supports Bills to Protect Licensed Contractors

California's Spa and Pool Industry Education Council scores a win against a potentially serious bill and is promoting a set of bills that would allow direct action against those who violate the Contractors State Licensing Board.

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APSP Protects Arizona's Title 44 from Repeal

Thanks to grassroots efforts to mobilize local pool professionals, Title 44, Arizona's pool pump energy standards law was protected from an attempted repeal.

New and Updated Pool & Spa Products: July 2013

An aboveground pool, LED lighting, a new spa cover and chemical treatment products are just a few new items you'll find on the market. See more here.

Good Things Come In Pool Packages

Package pools are increasingly upgraded with higher-end pumps. We examine the trend.

Edgy Adaptation

How do you make an automatic cover function with a perimeter-overflow edge — and make it look good? See how two experts solved the riddle.

Renovation to the Rescue!

Formerly a visual blight, this Beverly Hills pool was restored to its sparkling glory. See the pictures here.

Different Strokes: Swim Spa Sales Strategies

When it comes to swim spas, there’s no one-size-fits-all sales strategy. Here, we talk to three people across the nation and get their advice on how to sell more of them.

What is an "Aqua Architect?"

Professionals from other trades are taking work from pool builders. To stop it, pool professionals need to see themselves less as "builders" and more as "aqua architects."

Bromine in Swimming Pools?

Is chlorine always the answer? Here, we take a look at bromine and share why it can be a good match for indoor and commercial pools.

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Catching Some Rays

Barrington Pools was invited to build a new pool for some unique clients: stingrays. Learn more about the project here.

Indoor Artistry

This killer living room, featured on HGTV's Million Dollar Rooms, includes a 123-inch flat-screen TV, combination fireplace/waterfall and a 48-foot-long indoor pool and spa. See it here.

Multiple ADA Swimming Pool Compliance Lawsuits Filed

A number of lawsuits have been filed against several hotel chains contending their pools do not meet ADA requirements for disabled access.

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