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Stingray or Piranha leaf nets

Does anyone know where I can buy Stingray or Piranha leaf nets? The pool world's largest distributor quit carrying them...Leslies Pool Supply. They are now selling a cheap knockoff made in China. I bought one and it lasted about 3 weeks. And when I s

Started by Lee Davis in Pool Retail Topics

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Can anyone help?

Hello Geniuses,

I am trying to find a kind Genius who could get hold of a pentair fullfloxf backwash valve 263080

and send it to me in Great Britain, any one who can help please PM or email me.

Pentair won't supply direct or through Pentair Europe for s

Started by John in Pool Retail Topics

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POOL ROUTE APP

This app would be of great benefit for many pool companies in the USA to assist them in their marketing, hopefully it will be available soon in the EU as well ;-). Very reasonably priced as well.

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/pool-route-developer/

Started by Vicki Chalmers in Pool Retail Topics

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Vinyl Stripes

Has anyone used vinyl stripes for the lane markers, when they were repainting a concrete pool? The decision has been made to paint the pool, so don't need the "why don't you plaster comments".

Started by Gary Daniel in Pool Retail Topics

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bull nose / with hand grip, ceramic tile

looking for a supplier for bull nose/ with hand grip, ceramic tile (for lack of a better description. Commercial application for pool edge to deck transition. 1"? down pool wall (fiberglass pool) 3 + " on the deck thk-you

Started by CLAYTON MOORE in Pool Retail Topics

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What is PASPDirect.com?

Our website, www.liquidpoolcovers.com, was just redone and I am going through all the backlinks to make sure nothing is missing or linking to a page that doesn't exist anymore.

There is one site that has multiple company listings that are all linking

Started by Monique Nelson in Pool Retail Topics

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Online Pool store

Does anyone have any suggestions on how to start an online store, and is it too late? We are simply trying to compliment the retail we currently have out of a brick/mortar store. Thank you, Jamie

Started by Jamie Bampfield in Pool Retail Topics

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Point of Sale software

I am looking for a POS for a small retail location. We currently use Quickbooks to manage our accounting, but not as a POS. It is very painful to look up items and get the customer out the door. We are looking for a smoother transition and wanted som

Started by Jamie Bampfield in Pool Retail Topics

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Salt systems (generators)

I'm from deep south Texas and have a few customers looking for an alternative to the common Brand of chlorine generator pushed in this area. Any type of feedback would be appreciated. Looking for specific info on Circupool and EcoMatic

Thanks!!

Started by Jody Perez in Pool Retail Topics

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Retail Pricing

What kind of pricing strategies are you all using to stay competitive in this economy? What types of margins are you getting from various product categories in you stores?

Started by Don Parish in Pool Retail Topics

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Commercial Robotic Pool Cleaner

Would love some feedback from other pool professionals on a commercial robotic pool cleaner recommendation. Warranty? Experience? Ease of repair? Thanks, Juanita

Started by Juanita Gwinn in Pool Retail Topics

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Buy Pool Accessories Whole Sale

Does anyone know where to buy Pool Accessories Wholesale? Like Floats, balls, games etc.

Started by Heather Linton in Pool Retail Topics

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Zap-it Shock versus Super Shock-it

I am looking for input from retailers out there selling 1# bags of granulated cal-hypo. Some companies sell Zap-it and others sell Pool Corp's Super Shock-it while others sell something completely different. What is your feedback on the quality of t

Started by Scott Tarr in Pool Retail Topics

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Chemical Sales

Well it looks like spring is starting here in KY, it was around 70 degrees today ( this just might nbe a tease though but its getting people thinking about pools and acessories)

I was just going to see how you guys fight the big box stores on your ch

Started by Chris Cavanaugh in Pool Retail Topics

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SURPLUS STOCK

What do you all think about a state by state or country by country section for members with surplus stock.

You must all have fittings or specialist pool parts ordered but never used and just not got round to sending them back to the supplier.

I am movi

Started by John Green in Pool Retail Topics

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Who is the best manufacturer of residential equipment? IE Pumps, Filters, Heaters

Who do you think is the best manufactuerer of residential equipment?

Please provide specific resons for your response:

Is the warranty better?
Is the customer service better?
Is the sales rep better?

I would appreciate it if any manufacturers represente

Started by Don Parish in Pool Retail Topics

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MagnaPool

What is it ? and what does it mean for the industry

Started by Iain Middleton in Pool Retail Topics

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Who is attending the PoolCorp Retail Summit in Dallas?

I am going with my two store managers. It is a unique training opportunity I think, and the first time I have seen a distributor support reatil to this extent. I am looking forward to learning some new things and also seeing the vendors. Is anyone e

Started by Merry Wise in Pool Retail Topics

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Using Squidoo for Article Marketing / Image Linking

Those of you who do your own article writing and marketing for SEO may want to check out http://www.squidoo.com/. It allows you to make use of images by embedding them with links instead of merely using them as illustrations, as most sites do. I've

Started by Rachaelle Lynn in Pool Retail Topics

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LAAP & MAP Pricing, a helping or hindering to the brick and mortar retailer?

Zodiac Pool Care just released their 2011 LAAP policy. This got me to thinking about how the LAAP and MAP programs designed by manufacturers to help protect the industry from internet retailers is a double edged sword. Though (legitimate) e-commerc

Started by Don Parish in Pool Retail Topics

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Pool/Spa Articles

The Journal of the Swimming Pool and Spa Industry - New Volume 6 Now Online

Posted by Que Hales on March 14, 2019 at 9:32pm

The Journal of the Swimming Pool and Spa Industry is coming back! JSPSI, a peer-reviewed technical journal, began in 1995 as a subscription-supported print-based publication. It contained articles at a technical…

Plaster Finishes Should Last 20 Years

Posted by Kim Skinner on February 11, 2019 at 5:07pm

All pool plaster finishes should last 20 years or more. However, some last only 5 to 7 years, and some less than a year before the plaster surface deteriorates, discolors, and looks terrible.

Why the difference? Very often, plaster…

Is Pool Water Balance Always the Problem?

Posted by Kim Skinner on February 6, 2019 at 4:24pm

For 50 years, the pool industry has considered pool water within an LSI of -0.3 and +0.5 to be acceptable and balanced. But recently, and without providing any supporting science or research, the NPC is trying to convince the industry that any…

Are All Color Pigments Good for Pool Plaster

Posted by Kim Skinner on January 17, 2019 at 3:30pm

There are two important issues involved when trying to achieve quality colored pool plaster that will remain durable, attractive, and the proper shade for many years.

The first issue is to utilize superior workmanship practices to achieve…

The Art of Good Pool Plaster Color

Posted by Kim Skinner on January 17, 2019 at 3:25pm

The Art of Good Pool Plaster Color

An attractive plaster color (other than white) is often preferred by pool owners. However, it is very difficult for plasterers to produce a uniform and consistent color. The reality is…

The LSI is Reliable

Posted by Kim Skinner on October 12, 2018 at 3:36pm

Using the Langelier Saturation Index as a guide for maintaining proper pool water balance and to protect pool plaster has become a mainstay in our industry, and we believe, for good reason.

We at onBalance have conducted several LSI…

Aqua Genie

Posted by David Robbins on August 18, 2018 at 7:33am

I have a real old Aqua Genie skimmer with a control valve.

My issue is there is no plumbing schematics detailing how to connect the feed inside the skimmer through the control assembly and into the bottom of the hopper. If anyone knows…

Pool Start-up Alternative for Plaster Pools

Posted by Kim Skinner on July 5, 2018 at 11:15am

Orenda Technologies has recently unveiled a new start-up program that prevents the formation of plaster dust by adding calcium (calcium chloride) to low calcium tap water while filling brand-new plaster pools. We have received communications…

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Pool Retail Topics (43)

Stingray or Piranha leaf nets

Can anyone help?

POOL ROUTE APP

Vinyl Stripes

bull nose / with hand grip, ceramic tile

What is PASPDirect.com?

Online Pool store

Point of Sale software

Salt systems (generators)

Retail Pricing

Commercial Robotic Pool Cleaner

Buy Pool Accessories Whole Sale

Zap-it Shock versus Super Shock-it

Chemical Sales

SURPLUS STOCK

Who is the best manufacturer of residential equipment? IE Pumps, Filters, Heaters

MagnaPool

Who is attending the PoolCorp Retail Summit in Dallas?

Using Squidoo for Article Marketing / Image Linking

LAAP & MAP Pricing, a helping or hindering to the brick and mortar retailer?

Note: this page contains paid content.

Pool/Spa Articles

The Journal of the Swimming Pool and Spa Industry - New Volume 6 Now Online

Plaster Finishes Should Last 20 Years

Is Pool Water Balance Always the Problem?

Are All Color Pigments Good for Pool Plaster

The Art of Good Pool Plaster Color

The LSI is Reliable

Aqua Genie

Pool Start-up Alternative for Plaster Pools

Note: this page contains paid content.