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How to Elevate Your Pool with Water Features

Posted on September 7, 2022 by Britt Godfrey
All About Pools

From affordable to high-end, you can outfit your own personal Great Outdoors Resort with everything from changing cabanas to brick pizza ovens. You can then frame this oasis in lush greenery and vibrant blooms. But then there’s the in-between. That reflective ingredient that stands out, but blends in. The one that adds dimension and shine [...]

Labor Day Pool Party

Three Simple Steps to the Perfect Labor Day Pool Party

Posted on August 25, 2022 by Britt Godfrey
Backyard Ideas

Ahhh… party planning. You either welcome it or dread it. Hosting can feel like a lot of pressure. You want your house just so, the food to be spectacular, and for your guests to have the best possible time! We suggest you don’t let the stress dissuade you from making a memory with your friends [...]

Mother's Day Brunch

Make it Personal! – Ideas for a Poolside Mother’s Day Brunch

Posted on May 4, 2022 by Britt Godfrey
Backyard Ideas

Families around the world celebrate Mother’s Day on different days of the year, taking the day to celebrate mothers, grandmothers, mother-in-laws, and those who are looked up to as a mother. Mother’s Day originated in the 1900s and was coined by Anna Jarvis, daughter of American Civil War-era social activist and community organizer Ann Reeves [...]

How to plan your outdoor Cinco de Mayo Fiesta

How to Plan Your Outdoor Cinco de Mayo Fiesta

Posted on April 26, 2022 by Britt Godfrey
Backyard Ideas

Cinco de Mayo, or the Fifth of May, is celebrated across the United States, with over 70% of Americans participating in the holiday to some extent. It is wildly popular for embracing Mexican culture and food, with many of these festivities taking place in the home and backyard. Did you know?: Cinco de Mayo commemorates [...]

Backyard Improvements

Best Backyard Improvements That Add Value to Your Home

Posted on February 7, 2022 by Britt Godfrey
Backyard Ideas

It’s a common statement that a home is the biggest investment most people make. Whether you’re already living in your “forever home” or still have more moves ahead, all of this will have impact on what types of improvements you make. If it’s your “forever home,” you can confidently forge ahead to paint the living [...]

10 Great Fire Pit Seating Ideas

10 Great Fire Pit Seating Ideas

Posted on January 31, 2022 by Britt Godfrey
Backyard Ideas

If you’ve Googled around for this backyard amenity, you know that these gathering places have become a cherished outdoor staple. The reasons are good ones: they’re simple, they’re affordable, and they’re transformative. The Best Things About Fire Pits There’s the practical aspect of these al fresco nuances as in they generate heat. But outdoor fire [...]

Transformative Hardscape Solutions for Your Yard

Posted on January 24, 2022 by Britt Godfrey
Backyard Ideas

Along with all the elements that combine for a beautiful backyard haven, like pools and pergolas, fire pits and waterfalls, are the components that frame them with functionality. Softscaping and hardscaping are the yin and yang of your al fresco retreat. Softscaping refers to your trees, shrubs, flowerbeds, gardens, and grass. Hardscaping covers all the [...]

Above-Ground vs Inground Pool

Is An Above-Ground or Inground Pool Right for You?

Posted on December 30, 2021 by Britt Godfrey
All About Pools

There’s no denying that a backyard pool is an extraordinary addition to your home. Pools provide staycation venues, offer a multi-purpose workout facility, set the stage for family time, and of course function as the centerpiece for special occasions and the best parties of the summer. Even in the colder months when you’re sitting around [...]

Natural Pool

The Good, The Bad, and The Green About Natural Swimming Pools

Posted on December 16, 2021 by Britt Godfrey
All About Pools, Swimming Pool Construction

This trend is not new, but it is one that has continued to gain popularity in the United States. “Natural pools have been seen in Europe for decades. The first natural swimming pool was built in Austria in the 1980s. The private pool began to gain popularity, and the first public natural swimming pool was [...]

Winter Pool Prep

Best Pool Winterizing Techniques

Posted on December 9, 2021 by Britt Godfrey
Swimming Pool Maintenance

Some pool seasons are longer than others, so when you close up your home’s favorite amenity will be dictated by the onset of that first frost. Even in milder climates, temperatures can still drop overnight. We think it’s best to do everything possible to protect your investment by shutting it down once you move into [...]

Gratitude

An Attitude of Gratitude: For This We Are Truly Thankful

Posted on November 23, 2021 by Britt Godfrey
Lyon Financial News

If there has ever been time for introspection, it has been this last year and a half. A global catastrophe united us in grief and in hope. People looked out for neighbors and donated to charities. They did everything they could to keep their small businesses running by adopting innovative ways to keep the lights [...]

Secret Pools

The Beauty Behind Secret Pools

Posted on November 9, 2021 by Britt Godfrey
All About Pools

For over 40 years, we have watched the extraordinary journey of the backyard pool. What was once a simple rectangle that was too expensive a venture for many families has now transformed into a multi-dimension attraction of all shapes and sizes offering custom and prefab options at more affordable pricing. Before we dive into this [...]

2021 Pool Design Trends

This Year’s Top Pool Design Trends

Posted on October 29, 2021 by Britt Godfrey
All About Pools

The number one trend in pool designs today is… anything goes! If you want your version of a resort-style pool, or wish to adopt the tiny pool craze to outfit a smaller niche, you can. Advancements in pool design and manufacturing give dimension to your wildest dreams about elevating your outdoor space. Rectangular or kidney-shaped [...]

filter

Pool Filters: How to Choose

Posted on September 13, 2021 by Britt Godfrey
All About Pools, Swimming Pool Maintenance

Pools have several moving parts, and today most of those features can be controlled with a phone app. Yet another wonderful luxury, courtesy of technology! In your backyard paradise, your pool’s filter and pump are at the heart of it all. If the proper one isn’t installed or appropriately maintained, you’ll be swimming essentially in [...]

Best Pool Accessories

Must-Have Pool Accessories!

Posted on August 30, 2021 by Britt Godfrey
All About Pools

Sure, maintaining a pool takes some time and effort, BUT the benefits far outweigh a little drudgery! Just step outside that door and take a deep breath of fresh air. Then look out across the yard and feast your eyes on your own sea of tranquility – all yours for the dipping and the diving. [...]

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