Forum Question Of The Week:

Jun 28, 2011

photo of a pool with a pool cover In a surprising reversal, the Consumer Product Safety Commission recalled perhaps as many as one million previously approved drain covers in late May. The move came after questions were raised about the testing methods used in the original approval process.

How do you expect the recall to affect you and your business?

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Future-Proof Luxury: Sustainable Pool and Outdoor Living Design

July 2, 2026

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Future-Proof Luxury: Sustainable Pool and Outdoor Living Design

Sun-Powered Pools

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The Language of Spa Wellness

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Solo Flights

Future-Proof Luxury: Sustainable Pool and Outdoor Living Design

True luxury lies in outdoor spaces engineered to perform consistently over time, no matter the climate.

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Sun-Powered Pools

Solar pool heating offers an efficient, economical way to keep pools warm and inviting throughout the season and beyond.

The Language of Spa Wellness

How hot tub retailers are learning the words to unlock the wellness market.

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Solo Flights

Two pool and spa solopreneurs share the challenges and rewards of running a business almost entirely on their own.

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The Backyard That Built Him

Four decades after helping build his family’s pool, a builder returns to the same property to start again.

Sauna and the "Third Space" Renaissance

Authentic saunas are helping fuel a return to shared, public spaces centered on connection and community.

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Business Operations

Why Some Pool Pros Are Stuck and Others Aren't

A survey of pool pros shows how a shift in perspective can turn common business challenges into problems worth solving.

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The Mid-Range Pool

As buyers rethink budgets, space and long-term value, vinyl and fiberglass package pools are finding new momentum as flexible, attainable options for today’s backyard.

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The Smart Sanctuary

Modern saunas are blending ancient ritual with cutting-edge intelligence.

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Next Level Pool Hydraulics

A deeper dive into pool hydraulics reveals how small design choices can have a major impact on system performance.

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Transporting Pool and Hot Tub/Spa Chemicals Safely

Learn how pool and spa professionals can safely and legally transport essential service chemicals while staying compliant with DOT Materials of Trade requirements.

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2026 State of the Industry: Builder Report

As builder backlogs return to more traditional levels, the 2026 Builder Report explores how pool and spa builders are adapting, expanding services and planning more strategically for the year ahead.

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