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How To Shock a Pool

A little shock therapy is just what your pool needs to stay clean and sanitized for the winter. Here's all you need to know ...
Which chlorine tablets are best? Having a pool in your yard or your house is a great amenity to have in your daily life. But it’s no secret that swimming pools require maintenance. Not only is it more ...
Even if you’re not an avid swimmer, a quick dip in the pool is so refreshing on a hot summer day. The hitch: The chlorine used to kill bacteria, viruses and other harmful microorganisms in pool water ...
Summer is the time for sunshine, sipping lemonade and swimming. But could it be risky? Swimming puts your hair and skin in direct contact with chlorine, which can have some pretty damaging effects. If ...
In the summer, there’s almost nothing better than a refreshing dip in the pool. It might be tempting to dive right in, hair and all, but there’s reason to believe you should think twice about this.