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2022 SOI Builder Report

Last year was full of changes for pool construction. Supply, pricing and labor remained key issues, but the market remained steady and strong.

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Advances in compressor technology are helping manufacturers move beyond the traditional capacity range of residential pool heat pumps, creating new possibilities for larger pools, faster heating and cooling, and a broader range of applications.

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A Different Kind of Pool Table

This luxury set of swimming-pool-inspired tables was designed to bring a hint of the backyard oasis into the living room.

Salt Pools in Siwa

In the Western Desert of Egypt, a hidden gem lies far off the beaten path: the Siwa Oasis, an unusual destination known for its salty lakes and springs.

State of the Marketing Industry: "Lifecycle Marketing"

Perfect the three stages of lifecycle marketing to attract new customers and advocates for your business.

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Safer Pools Use New Technology and Traditional Approaches

Layers of protection and advanced sensors can help with water safety and prevent drownings.

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Bringing Pools to Canvas

A real estate agent left her career behind to pursue a passion for painting — specifically, colorful visions of swimming pools and other abstract bodies of water.

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Through the Hot Tub Glass

Thanks to the innovations of a German design firm, you can now own the world’s first all-glass hot tub model — complete with a customizable LED lighting system.

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You Can Swim in the World's Longest Limo

After being out of commission for decades, the longest limo in the world has finally been restored — and it now features a functional swimming pool.

Beach Entry on the Beach

This beach entry pool, installed for the East Coast Surfing Championships, was built in just three days — and then dug out and hauled away even faster.

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New Risks in Workers' Compensation

Just as many employers are getting workers' and related costs under control, the pandemic has introduced new hazards to the regulatory terrain.

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Rubble from Rebound

The use of gunite rebound has declined in recent decades due to rising professionalism among builders — but it remains a hidden practice for some companies.

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Climbing the Inflation Ladder

Pool builders overcome rising costs to stay profitable.

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