Sunday, September 7, 2014

Installing Hot Tubs in Oshawa or Whitby? Here are Things to Consider


The size of the hot tub and its target location in your home is another important consideration. Before buying one, decide on its actual use. Who are the people who will be using the tub regularly? Will it be your family members? Will you host a hot tub party with friends? If you prefer a permanent place for your tub, have it installed in an area accessible to all. Retailers of hot tubs in Oshawa like Claudette’s Pools & Hot Tubs can provide portable tubs that are more convenient. They’re compact and light enough to be transported anywhere within the house or outdoors.
http://www.claudettespools.ca/blog/info-articles/installing-hot-tubs-in-oshawa-or-whitby-here-are-things-to-consider.htm

Friday, September 5, 2014

Swimming in Oshawa Pools as a Way of Enjoying the Outdoors Indoor


For those who are forced to stay indoors most of the time, there are ways you can relax without having to travel somewhere. Swimming in a pool, for example—whether at your neighbor’s or the nearest local indoor pool—could work wonders for your already-raddled self. If you live in a city like Oshawa, for instance, swimming pools won’t be hard to find. You may opt to do water yoga in Oshawa pools, or other recreational activities you can do on the water. If you still prefer to stay home but want a pool in your backyard should you feel the urge to swim, you can have one installed by a pool specialist like Claudette’s Pools and Hot Tubs. A swimming pool doesn’t have to look like the kind you find in hotels. A pool with the right size and design for your property, and is, at the same time, cost-effective, will be good enough.
http://www.claudettespools.ca/blog/industry-news/swimming-in-oshawa-pools-as-a-way-of-enjoying-the-outdoors-indoor.htm

Wednesday, September 3, 2014

Decorating Swimming Pools in Oshawa adds a Touch of Class to Homes


Some home owners don’t realize how decorating their swimming pool can add impact and elegance to an outdoor celebration, or to the home itself. Though many of the pools in Oshawa are already works of art, there are some added touches that can enhance and beautify the property even more, as eHow contributor Fiona Miller described in her article: Color your world The color of the pool floor can be customized by builders like Charlotte’s Pools to match any theme you have in mind. For existing pools, find a contractor who can redo the pool’s bottom and trim color using epoxy paint. You may also want to consider a colorful tile mural. This will take a lot of work, but the results will be nothing short of spectacular.
http://www.claudettespools.ca/blog/info-articles/decorating-swimming-pools-in-oshawa-adds-a-touch-of-class-to-homes.htm

Monday, September 1, 2014

Owners of Pools in Oshawa Have Fun Teaching Their Kids to Swim at Home


Part of a child’s apprehension when taking swimming lessons is being in a strange environment while surrounded by strangers. This is why children who swim in private pools in Oshawa enjoy staying in the water as long as they want and learn at their own pace in supervised conditions. Gillian Chassels, a certified swimming instructor and a Today’s Parent contributor, highlighted ways to introduce young children to water fun. Blowing bubbles This game will teach the child how to hold his breath underwater. Take a breath, submerge, blow bubbles, then come up smiling and ask the child to “talk to the fishes”. The fact that you look like you’re having fun will encourage the child to do it, too.
http://www.claudettespools.ca/blog/info-articles/owners-of-pools-in-oshawa-have-fun-teaching-their-kids-to-swim-at-home.htm

Thursday, August 14, 2014

Personal Spa Time Machine: The History behind Cozy Oshawa Hot Tubs


"A Bavarian monk by the name of Sebastian Kneipp then revived the theory during the 19th Century. He developed the “Kneipp Cure” system of healing, which involves the application of water through various methods, temperatures, and procedures. Indeed, over the years, everything has led to how we view and use hot tubs today; so the next time you’re choosing among special Durham hot tub covers for your tub, know that you’re actually looking at a significant piece of history. "
http://www.claudettespools.ca/blog/industry-news/personal-spa-time-machine-the-history-behind-cozy-oshawa-hot-tubs.htm

Tuesday, August 12, 2014

Quick Tips for Homeowners on Keeping the Vibrancy of Oshawa Pools


"Proper upkeep of a swimming pool doesn’t end with specialized Oshawa pool supplies offered by companies like Claudette’s Pools & Hot Tubs, as well as only a fleeting knowledge of how it’s done. Here are a few maintenance tips that a responsible pool owner should do routinely: Skimming – This is the simplest, and most basic task of all. Skimming the surface of the pool involves a rather simple tool: a net on a long pole that allows for cleaning leaves and any other debris off the water’s surface. Getting the dried leaves and other foreign objects out while they’re still on the surface is much easier than removing them once they’ve sunk and stuck to the pool’s bottom."
http://www.claudettespools.ca/blog/industry-news/quick-tips-for-homeowners-on-keeping-the-vibrancy-of-oshawa-pools.htm

Sunday, August 10, 2014

Chemistry of Pool Maintenance: The Importance of pH in Oshawa Pools


"Inversely, base is needed to neutralize acidic pool water. Acid rain is one of the most common causes of acid accumulation, or just an overall low level of alkalinity. Corrosion of substances and surfaces that come into contact with them is the main problem that plagues such pools, so be sure to use chemicals with sodium carbonate, a relatively strong base also known as washing soda or soda ash. If you think that you need further help in maintaining the pH balance of your pool water, don’t fret. You can rely on professionals from nearby Oshawa or Ajax swimming pool companies like Claudette’s Pools & Hot Tubs for pool maintenance services."
http://www.claudettespools.ca/blog/info-articles/chemistry-of-pool-maintenance-the-importance-of-ph-in-oshawa-pools.htm