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The Beauty is in the Details

Written by Tropical Pool & Pavers - 727.474.2142 - 585 S Duncan Ave Clearwater FL 33756 | 29 August 2011

When you baseline the functionality, a car simply moves us from Point A to Point B. Yet, when we see a car that catches our breath, we take the time to admire the lines, the color and take a closer look to see the beautifully appointed interior. Likewise, a pool is simply a hole in the ground filled with water. Right?

Balancing those chemical levels. A little goes a long way

Written by Tropical Pool & Pavers - 727.474.2142 - 585 S Duncan Ave Clearwater FL 33756 | 18 August 2011

Pool maintenance is like health care – prevention is the key. Due to the extremes of the Florida weather, your chemical requirements will change throughout the year, but the levels need to remain the same. Why? During the summer, as the pool circulates, chemicals are exposed to higher temperature levels and you will burn through them at a faster rate. As an example, your pool might be experiencing a few issues after the massive rains this week that were followed by the intense heat.

Insects and Rats and Snakes. Oh My!

Written by Tropical Pool & Pavers - 727.474.2142 - 585 S Duncan Ave Clearwater FL 33756 | 04 August 2011

With the recent drought and subsequent rain-fest brought on by Mother Nature, we received a lot of questions regarding how to control pests around your pool. During a drought, pests are simply looking for water and don’t mean to die in your pool. However, once they die, they can cause chemical imbalances and other issues for your pool.

It’s raining, it’s pouring. Is your pool overflowing?

Written by Tropical Pool & Pavers - 727.474.2142 - 585 S Duncan Ave Clearwater FL 33756 | 08 July 2011

At Tropical Pools and Pavers, we are happy that the rain is here, but we don’t want your pool to match your grass. So take a few minutes this weekend to head-off any potential issues.

When hydrotherapy is a necessity and not an option

Written by Tropical Pool & Pavers - 727.474.2142 - 585 S Duncan Ave Clearwater FL 33756 | 07 June 2011

Submerge yourself in water and feel all of your cares melt away. Arguably one of the easiest forms of exercise for the body and the soul, hydrotherapy – whether it’s in a pool or a spa – is an acknowledged form of treating ailments and illness that dates back to ancient times. At Tropical Pools and Pavers, we take pride in creating the perfect paradise for our customers, but a recent project combined our love of beauty with custom accessibility so that our customer could get his daily dose of hydrotherapy.

Relax to the sound of white noise

Written by Tropical Pool & Pavers - 727.474.2142 - 585 S Duncan Ave Clearwater FL 33756 | 17 May 2011

Last week, we reviewed how to change your pool to match your mood utilizing LED lights and other technologies. Why? At Tropical Pools and Pavers, our mission is to create a beautiful backyard paradise that you can use as your everyday escape. However, we would be remiss if we didn’t include another “lighting” option that can drown out all of your daily stressors – white noise.

Thanks and thoughts for one year of blessings and beauty

Written by Tropical Pool & Pavers - 727.474.2142 - 585 S Duncan Ave Clearwater FL 33756 | 29 April 2011

The traditional gift on a one year anniversary is paper, but to celebrate the anniversary of Tropical Pools and Pavers, we are putting pen to paper in order to thank everyone for making this a beautiful celebration. A year ago today, we combined over 40 years of experience to create a company that takes your imagination and builds a beautiful reality. Yet in order to make your dreams part of your daily existence, there are so many people that helped us accomplish this milestone.

Where's the Leak?

Written by Tropical Pool & Pavers - 727.474.2142 - 585 S Duncan Ave Clearwater FL 33756 | 15 April 2011

How to detect a leak

Although your pool will lose water to playtime and evaporation, how do you know when you have a leak in the system? In order to save water (and money), there are a few ways to quickly assess whether water loss is due to nature or potential breaks in the system. In order to eliminate different options, take a few minutes to review your system and answer a few questions:

The Art of Pavers and Tile

Written by Tropical Pool & Pavers - 727.474.2142 - 585 S Duncan Ave Clearwater FL 33756 | 12 August 2011

Although beauty is in the eye of the beholder, how many times have you walked through a resort and been blown away by the walkways and tile? Have you marveled at the intricate designs or different shades in order to create a beautiful path? How many times have you taken pictures and saved them for your “Household Ideas File”? Welcome to the intricate world of pavers and tile.

Make those tiles sparkle!

Written by Tropical Pool & Pavers - 727.474.2142 - 585 S Duncan Ave Clearwater FL 33756 | 20 July 2011

Over the last few weeks, we had a lot of rain and you probably had to drain some water... However, after you drained the excess water from your pool, you might have noticed a slight bathtub ring. If you have a chance in the next few days, here are a few ways to clean the tiles and prevent further damage to your pool.

Start it Up!

Written by Tropical Pool & Pavers - 727.474.2142 - 585 S Duncan Ave Clearwater FL 33756 | 23 June 2011

It’s hot and you are waiting to jump into that beautiful new pool or spa in your backyard…But it’s not finished….And you are watching the hose slowly fill it up…

What could be wrong with kicking around in the giant puddle that’s forming in your backyard? Well, you could completely destroy your investment.

We understand the desire to jump in, but after your new pool (or renovated pool) is finished, there are a few steps to ensure that you don’t mess up your new toy before it’s finished. How? After construction is complete, Tropical Pools and Pavers gives you a step-by-step process that is easy to follow, but each step is critical. Why? During the first 28 days the pool finish starts to hydrate and your pool is susceptible to staining, scaling or discoloration.

Watch out for those pool toys!

Written by Tropical Pool & Pavers - 727.474.2142 - 585 S Duncan Ave Clearwater FL 33756 | 24 May 2011

It’s Play Time…Who doesn’t enjoy lounging in the pool on their favorite float? Pool time definitely equals play time, but your toys also require maintenance. Although this might surprise you, we can’t tell you how many times we’ve answered calls regarding mysterious issues with intake lines and low water pressure. Our service tech shows up and - oops – there’s a toy soldier or a balloon carcass that is blocking the entire system. In order to protect your pool system, here are some dos and donts for pool toys.

Light up your paradise…

Written by Tropical Pool & Pavers - 727.474.2142 - 585 S Duncan Ave Clearwater FL 33756 | 09 May 2011

With all of the stressors in our daily existence, one of the biggest reasons people construct or renovate a pool is because they want to create their own oasis. If you want to walk into your back yard and feel the stress melt away, let’s look at an enlightening feature that gives you that luxurious resort feeling when you step out your back door.

An innovative thought for Earth Day. Install a variable speed pool pump and see lots of green!

Written by Tropical Pool & Pavers - 727.474.2142 - 585 S Duncan Ave Clearwater FL 33756 | 22 April 2011

Many people equate Earth Day with planting a tree. But if you have a pool, there’s an easy way to dramatically save water, chemicals and electricity – install a variable speed pool pump. How can one pump create such a difference on your pool (and your wallet)? Let’s take a closer look.

Pool Safety - Beyond the ABC’s

Written by Tropical Pool & Pavers - 727.474.2142 - 585 S Duncan Ave Clearwater FL 33756 | 23 March 2011

Fact: The average number of children that die in a pool-related accident is approximately 200 per year.

Although the ABC’s of pool safety sound simple in theory – Adult Supervision, Barriers & Classes – we all know how fast children or animals can slip in without making a sound. As you are opening up your pool for the season, please reassess your pool safety options to make sure that there are multiple barriers to prevent access to your pool or spa.

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