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Completely Tile Pool

Completely Tile A Swimming Pool

When a swimming pool is present, it becomes the centerpiece of any outdoor living space. It can transform an otherwise dull and uninteresting space into a place where family and friends can come together to enjoy the outdoors and have fun.

Swimming pools come in different shapes and designs. Some are made of concrete, while others are made of more natural materials such as stone. 

Tile pools, in particular, are becoming increasingly popular due to their aesthetic appeal and practical benefits.

Completely tiled swimming pools have a luxurious, high-end look that concrete pools cannot match.

They are also easier to clean and maintain than other types of pools.

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Pool Heaters vs Electric Pool Pumps

Gas vs. Electric Pool Heaters & Pumps

The winter months are the best time for cold outdoor activities, but that shouldn’t stop you from using your pool for some aquatic fun. A pool heater can help you get the most out of your swimming pool, but the $64,000 question remains: what type of pool heater will you get? This article will look at the Gas vs. Electric Pool Heaters, including the benefits, costs, and drawbacks.

Without further ado, let’s dive in! (Pun intended)

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Travertine Pool Deck

Travertine Tile Pool Decks

It seems like it’s been an eternity since we last enjoyed hanging out by the pool on a beautiful summer day. Many of us feel like we lost the entire summer season in 2020 due to the Covid-10 pandemic and the lock-downs.

However, there is finally some good news. More states are now opening for business, travel, and leisure. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has also lifted mask mandates for everyone vaccinated against the virus.

With Summer on its way, it may finally be time for you to purchase a pool. You may also want to consider installing a beautiful travertine tile pool deck. What better way to welcome Summer than inviting your family and friends over for a good old-fashioned pool party?

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Pool Remodel Costs

Pool Remodeling Costs: Renovation & Restoration

While professionally-installed swimming pools are permanent fixtures that will last a lifetime, they will inevitably need some type of pool remodeling.

Fortunately, swimming pools nowadays come in every conceivable shape, size, and design.

Here at Willsha Pools, we offer everything from the most basic service packages to complete remodeling and resurfacing

We offer everything from custom pool packages that’ll give you precisely what you want from the ground up to simple repairs and refinishes designed to get your old pool looking new again.

Regardless of what you need, we have the experience and know-how to get your job done right. 

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Pool Tile Cleaning - Dustless Blasting

Pool Tile & Surface Cleaning with Dustless Blasting

Swimming is a great American pastime, which explains why there are over 10 million residential pools in the United States.

Over half are inground.

But it isn’t just a matter of filling it up and jumping into the water. Pools require regular maintenance. It’s not just a matter of aesthetics but for safety reasons too.

To keep a pool clean and running properly you must:

  • remove debris floating in the water that can clog the filter system
  • add chemicals to the water to keep bacteria and other disease-causing organisms under control
  • get rid of algae and mold from the surfaces.
  • remove calcium from the pool tile and rocks

All of these tasks take time and attention from the pool owner.

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Pool Plaster Delamination

Pool Plaster Delamination: Everything You Need to Know

It’s no secret that pools require yearlong upkeep in the form of servicing, cleaning, and maintenance, but sometimes, despite the most dedicated care, pools become susceptible to unexpected issues that regular service doesn’t prevent.

One of the most common—and often bewildering—problems that pool owners face is pool plaster delamination.

Never heard of it?

Here’s everything you need to know to identify this unsightly pool concern and how to solve this issue.

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