Sparkling spas
chadd2025-07-22T10:21:31+10:00When medicinal mineral springs were discovered in the town of Spa, Belgium, back in the fourteenth century, no-one could have predicted then the array of luxury modern-day spas available now.
Cool pools
chadd2025-07-21T09:55:00+10:00The Indian city of Borivali, Mumbai may soon be setting a 'trend', with planning underway on two 37-storey skyscrapers with swimming pools in place of balconies. Some have called it genius, many others an architectural nightmare (or an accident waiting to happen).
Sand filters
chadd2025-07-22T10:15:34+10:00Filtering your pool efficiently is essential to remove fine particles of dirt, debris, algae and organisms from your pool water and to ensure the pool environment remains as healthy as possible. A popular filtration solution is the sand filter, which is robust and durable, easy to use, convenient to clean and an alternative granular filter media option.
Water features
chadd2025-07-22T10:38:38+10:00Water features can add an extra delightful element to your garden, creating a calming hub of relaxation and a chic touch of glamour. The sound of water is very relaxing and a great way to hide undesirable sounds like traffic, and in feng shui, water is used as an energy shift.
Shock treatment
chadd2025-07-22T10:13:51+10:00Shocking treatment Shock your pool into good health Shock treating, also known as shocking, a swimming pool refers to the addition of anything to the water that will remove or destroy ammonia and nitrogen compounds by oxidation. Shocking your pool regularly helps rid the pool of organic and inorganic wastes (referred to as chloramines), such [...]
All fired up
chadd2025-07-22T10:12:04+10:00All fired up From the crackling of an open fireplace to the mesmerising sight of a flickering flame, the element of fire has always captured our senses and imagination. It has also become an integral ingredient in outdoor living thanks to its ability to create intimacy and warmth to a space. And today's range of [...]
Cruisey pools
chadd2025-07-22T10:10:53+10:00Cruisey pools Cruise ships have come a long way since the steam vessels of days gone by. Today, choosing a cruise is all about the five star facilities and entertainment on offer. And more often than not, the swimming pools and now even aqua theatres, are often the deal breaker. Swimming pool and spa designers [...]
SAVE ENERGY, SAVE MONEY
chadd2025-07-22T10:09:49+10:00Everyone knows that electricity costs are going through the roof - and that obviously includes the cost of running a pool. But there are many things you can do to reduce this cost and save yourself hundreds of dollars a year.
Firing on all cylinders
chadd2025-07-22T10:05:01+10:00For most people, having your car serviced regularly by an expert is second nature. You want to keep you car in tip top condition, right? Well the same goes for your swimming pool. Granted all pools are different - as are their maintenance needs - but they do share one key thing in common: the secret to their health and longevity is routine care.
Our Olympic mermaids
chadd2025-07-22T10:02:32+10:00Our Olympic mermaids The thousands of hours spent finessing the specialised skills to compete on the world stage will come to fruition for two Queenslanders, Eloise Amberger and Sarah Bombell, when they compete in the synchronised swimming duet and team event at the London Olympics later this month. As Australia's best performed synchronised swimmers, [...]