There’s nothing better than cooling off and relaxing in a backyard inflatable pool on a hot summer day—but keeping that water clean and safe is important. If you’ve ever wondered how long you can ...

One of the surest signs of summer is rolling back the cover and getting your swimming pool in shape for the season. While the excitement of the summer season is great, keeping the pool clean is a ...

Pools are one of the best ways to get relief from the summer heat. But no one wants to take a dip in a dirty or murky pool. Maintaining an in-ground or above ground pool doesn’t have to be a hassle.

In the desert, having a backyard pool can seem like a true oasis. But that oasis comes with a few potential headaches. First, there’s the pool equipment — the motorized pump, sand filter, etc. — which ...

There’s nothing like a refreshing dip in a swimming pool after yet another hot summer day. There have been plenty of those so far this year. One spoiler in the scenario is upkeep. Keeping a pool clean ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. It's a real luxury to have a pool or a jacuzzi when you live in ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

If you have a 3D printer, you can clean your pool like a pro. But don't fret if you don't have one -- there are plenty of cleaning tools on sale during Amazon's Big Spring Sale. Chris Wedel is a fan ...

There are three types of filters for backyard pools: cartridge, sand, and diatomaceous earth (often referred to as 'DE' filters). Their purpose is to remove dirt from the water, helping to keep it ...