by admin | Apr 11, 2017 | Myrtle Beach Pools
Myrtle Beach pool supplies usually include an entire range of chemicals and equipment for swimming pools. A few of these are pool sweeps filter grids and cartridges saltwater chlorinators filter grids and cartridges swimming pool pumps and motors pump/filter combinations (skid packs for above-ground swimming pools) pool filters pool heaters timers and controls (electronic controls, pool timers, freeze guards) lights valves and plumbing parts (cleaners, pumps, filters, heaters) along with swimming pool covers and chemicals needed for safe swimming Slides, diving boards, ladders, liners, and other devices also form a part of swimming pools. The initial step toward a clean pool is pool water care. For this, a common oxidizer/sanitizer, like chlorine, is utilized to burn up organic product in the water, which considerably lowers the load on the filter. Care has to be taken to preserve the pH balance and perfect total alkalinity level, along with to check calcium hardness and stability. It likewise makes good sense to purchase a pump that is sized appropriately and that will not lose energy. A good pump ought to have the ability to pump the whole capacity of the pool in eight hours. An automatic pool cleaner is a needed high-end that saves time. Come to Elko Spas, Billiards and Pools and ask our experienced staff what pool supplies are right for your pool. They have a large range of pool equipment and cleaners; pool supplies and likewise offer the suggestions needed to pick the best items for the swimming pool. Pool filters are available in 3 varieties: Sand, D.E., and Cartridge. These days, pool heaters offer sophisticated designs that are...
by admin | Mar 27, 2017 | Myrtle Beach Pools
If you have always wanted a swimming pool in your backyard, you no doubt have visions of living the good life, relaxing after a long day, and taking nighttime dips to cool off. But swimming pools also come with a huge responsibility and they do require regular upkeep to ensure they stay running in good order. In this article, we’re breaking down the most common mistakes most people make with pool maintenance. Avoid These Swimming Pool Mistakes! Not Adding Adequate Chlorine Balancing the chemicals in your swimming pool is super important, especially if the pool gets a lot of use. You should check your chemicals everyday, or even more often if there are many people in the pool. Keeping the filter clean and free of debris is also very important. Adding enough chlorine will prevent algae growth and of course, nobody wants to see algae in their pool! If checking chemical levels is a chore to you or you can’t do it as regularly as you should, consider buying a chlorine floater device that will automatically deliver enough chlorine to maintain the pool’s proper balance. Not Regularly Running The Pump This is something that should not be neglected. Lots of homeowners will try to save on energy costs by not running the pump as much as they should. Doing this doesn’t really save money in the long run, due to the fact that you will end up buying more chemicals to compensate. Not running your pump enough could also lead to issues that would require a pool technician’s services, leading to even more costs. Keep in mind that during...
by admin | Mar 7, 2017 | Myrtle Beach Billiards
If you’re looking for a fun game you can play with the whole family, then look no farther than the wonderful world of billiard games. It has a history that dates back to 15th century France and the different styles of the game area as diverse as the regions they come from. There are even several variations of the British, American, Australian, and French styles of billiards. Basically, there are several different types of billiard games and one of the more common ones is the game called Eight Ball. The divisions most often seen in the game of billiards would be Carom billiards, which has no pockets, the game of pool, which has six pockets, and Snooker, which is pretty different than both of the afore mentioned games. All sorts of art and literature through the ages have mentioned the game of billiards. If you know your Shakespeare, then you know that it was a game for royalty. Many great philosophers and kings enjoyed the game as well. Clearly it was thought of as a very intelligent game. The Basics Of Billiard Games All billiard games utilize a pool table for play. However, there are many kinds of pool tables and different billiard games will require different pool tables. A standard pool table is twice the length of its width and are a rectangular shape. Pool tables can be 7, 8, or 9 feet long, and in rare cases, a ten-foot table can be found, although these are most likely antique. If you come across one in great condition or one that has been restored to its former glory,...
by admin | Feb 16, 2017 | Myrtle Beach Pools
If you’ve decided to take the plunge and have a swimming pool installed, then you might not realize that aboveground pools are among many fantastic choices. But have you thought about above ground pools as a viable option? Consider these five great reasons why an aboveground pool might just be the perfect choice for your family! Aboveground Pools Are Easy! Low Maintenance. Every pool requires some maintenance to keep it safe. Water testing and chemical balances need to be checked often. This will keep algae out of your pool, as well as bacteria. Also, with aboveground pools, you will have far less debris or leaves getting in the water because the pool sits higher off the ground. This also goes for animals. Dogs or other animals can’t get into the pool nearly as easily if it’s a pool that has some height to it. Safety. Accidents with small children are far more likely with in-ground pools. They can go right up to the edge of the pool and fall in, unable to swim or get out. It only takes 2 inches of water for a child to drown, so imagine an entire pool! Pools above the ground are safer for kids because of the height of the pool. Easy Installation. Installing the pool is much easier with aboveground pools. Whether you hire a contractor to do it for you, or you do it on your own, it’s just far less work. The digging and pipes, etc., that comes with installing in-ground pools safely can quickly make the cost go up. No Decking Necessary. You don’t always have to have...
by admin | Jan 31, 2017 | Myrtle Beach Pools
Taking care of a pool at spring, summer and fall is a pretty basic job, but many pool owners do not know how to properly take care of a swimming pool in the winter. While it is not rocket science to make sure your pool gets properly maintained when the weather starts getting colder, you have to know what to do to ensure the best results. To help you out, we have gathered together a couple of special things that you need to remember for winter pool chemicals and maintenance: The basics The basic premise for winter pool maintenance is to keep the pool covered at all times and to make sure that none of the mechanical parts and pipes will get frozen. These two tricks form the baseline for your winter pool maintenance, but sadly, it is not as easy as that. To ensure that the pool stays in the best condition possible, all of the experts in the pool industry recommend that you use chemicals to enhance the results. Algaecides Algaecides are chemicals which are meant to prevent algae from growing in your pool. Without algaecides, the pool would get incredibly dirty during the winter, and most likely there would be a nasty surprise and a big cleaning operation waiting for you when the warmer weather conditions come back. It is essential to add some algaecide to the pool’s water a day before you stop using it for the winter. When you do this, the water will have enough time to circulate throughout the pool and the algaecide will do its trick and be evenly spread. Then,...
