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How do I keep this catch basin level?

I am working on a pool that seems to have a poor design. The pool has a small negitive edge that trickles down some rocks. This trickle process is part of my problem the basin will run dry after a few hours. Thought about installing a float switch to

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Removable exercise rails

I have a client that wants to be able to easily (no tools) remove and replace exercise rails in her pool.  Any suggestions?

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Fire Bowls

I have a request from a gunite builder looking for fire bowls to increase the aesthetics on new construction for a high end build. Does anyone recommend any brands?

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Advantages of building one type of pool over another

Just wondering how different builders feel about the type of pool one might build.  There are advantages and disadvantages to fiberglass, vinyl, and gunite pools and was wanting input on how you sell your style of construction versus another type.

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Underwater Speakers

Does anyone have experience with speakers that are submerged that allow for music to be heard underwater? I have a customer who has inquired and I admit that I am not sure where to start. The current pool owner is an executive with Disney and had the

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Infinity edges and construction.

What is the best method for sizing catch basins on infinity edge spas and pools?

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Connect old concrete to new.

I am currently doing a retro that is going from basic to full on. Previously there was a water feature with basin at base which overflows to pool. We will now be cutting the poolshell and removing this section, which later will be reattatching with n

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Adding the perimeter overflow feature to an existing pool

Hey everyone!

 

I believe I sold my first perimeter overflow pool! The catch, the pool is already built as a basic roman end pool with two skimmers. Yes, this is a major renovation! I'm pretty excited about it and have an idea on how I would like to ex

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Concrete and/or limestone bagging per foundation of a pool area above natural ground

How effective is bagging and what would be the best material for the application? At The International Pool, Spa, and Patio Expo last year, Lew Akins gave seminar on The Anatomy of a Million Dollar Pool, where he briefly discussed his process of supp

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Nexxus Savi lights or PAL2000

I'm familiar with Savi lights for fiberglass and gunite installs without needing a light niche but have had some inquiries about PAL2000.  I was under the assumption that the PAL2000 needed a larger hole than a standard return and the Savi lights use

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Pool safety barrier installed in water on the edge of a 18' tanning ledge?

Does anyone know of a product that will work as an in pool safety barrier, that can be:

1. Easily Removed
2. Installed in the water on a tanning ledge
3. Hold up well against pool chemistry and salt
4. Keep three 18month old from getting past the tanning ledge to th

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Pool Interior design regulations and best practices

I have a customer I will be designing and building a pool for who is requesting that I make a strait drop off from a 4 foot shallow area to a 10 foot deep deep end. 

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Glass Pool Wall

I have been approached by a local home builder who want to build a pool with a glass wall in it. it measures 10' long and 5' high. The architect and the structural engineer have speced an 1.5" thick plexi-glass panel. Does anyone have experience usin

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Would you like to know about this? Very Large Format Porcelain - High resolution fine art fired on - NO Grout Lines!

This is absolutely new; I know ofno one else that can produce it! Custom art tile is now possible at veryhigh resolution on a single, very large piece of frost-proof porcelain. Thismeans that there are no grout lines to break up large images. Fortuna

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Pool CAD Programs

I would like anyones preferences and or opinions on pros and cons of pool CAD programs on the market.

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Piles vs Amended soil

I have built pools on wooden piles and have built pools by overexcavated adding gravel and compacting.

On Long Island's south shore we have lots of poor soil (sand.silt.bog,high water table, ect.). What is the best (most cost effective) way to support

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Fine Art - Fired onto Porcelain Tile - Very Durable and Long Lasting For Pools, Fountains, Patios, Facades, Landscaping, Kitchens, Baths, etc.

Please allow me this opportunity to introduce you to a very unique process that will allow you to incorporate fine art paintings integral with architecture and design!

I specialize in manufacturing custom fine art porcelain tile murals. I work with pr

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Formal Slide

I have an upscale client who is insisting on adding an elaborate slide to a formal rectilinear pool. The pool is in a flat but naturalistic setting, with bluestone coping and gray interior. Their house is wood, copper, and granite. I'd like to use th

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Geothermal heating

I have seen that a company in AZ is installing geothermal heating on many of their pools, which makes me think that it is something which is somewhat affordable.I have a client that would like to explore the option for his pool/spa combo. Does anyone

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Dry Hydrant for Residential Pools with VGB in mind.

We have been asked to provide a bid on a rectangular 20 x 49 pool with depth from sun shelf (9 x 20) to 3'-6" to 8'-6". This is not an issue. One of the alternates is - the home is in a rural area and the insurance carrier has offered a substantial d

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