As much as we may wish that we could use our pools year-round, the reality is that when the cool weather comes around we all have no choice but to close down our pool. However, as weather can fluctuate within any given year, it can be difficult to know exactly when to close down the pool for the season. The … Read More
Benefits of Having a Pool in Vancouver
Pool ownership is not especially common in Vancouver — at least, not compared to other areas of Canada, and certainly not when compared to most areas in the United States. While it may be easy to write off the local climate as too wet or too mild for a swimming pool, there are many reasons why local pool owners are … Read More
How to Get Rid of Algae in Pools?
If you have some kind of pool in your backyard — whether it be an outdoor pool or an inground swimming pool —then chances are that you have dealt with algae of some kind. However, if it’s your first time encountering this slimy, green problem, then you might be feeling quite overwhelmed. The good news is that algae is … Read More
5 Different Types of Swimming Pool Covers
Pool owners in Vancouver and the rest of BC’s lower mainland are probably well aware of how much difference a pool cover can make each season. Before you may have just thought of a typical pool cover as a large tarpaulin sheet you place over the pool in winter. These days you actually have lots to choose from when it … Read More
Swim Spa vs. Pool
Is there anything better than having a pool? It’s something we’ve all dreamed of since we were children. Swim spas, however, the relatively new swimming experience, have become a popular alternative to the traditional in-ground pool. Now, many people are wondering which is the better option for their backyard. While swim spas have some advantages, there are certain things you … Read More
Difference: Fibreglass vs Vinyl Liner vs Concrete Pools
These days, there are plenty of different types of swimming pools to choose from, and we aren’t just talking about above or below ground pools. Whether you choose to install above ground or in-ground pool will actually contribute to determining which type of pool you can get. For now we will be sticking to three major pools which are most … Read More
Indoor Pool vs Outdoor Pool
No matter what size or type you happen to have, spending time in and around your own swimming pool is a great way to pass the time. Swimming is a great exercise, and there is nothing more luxurious than laying poolside and enjoying the sunshine. While most pools are located outdoors, there are plenty of great examples of indoor pools … Read More
9 Considerations Before Building or Installing a Pool
Many homeowners dream of a day when they can finally install a pool in their yard. The amount of enjoyment a family can get from a backyard pool is difficult to overstate. It can be a fun place to splash and play, while also giving people a nice place to relax and enjoy the outdoors without overheating in the hot … Read More
Pool Maintenance
Should I Hire a Company To Do My Pool Maintenance? A sparkling, clean pool can make the perfect addition to any property in the Surrey or White Rock area. Once that pool water starts to get dirty however, it can begin to become a bit of an eyesore. Most homeowners think of pool maintenance in the same way they think … Read More
Your Guide to Basic Spring Lawn Care
Spring will be here before you know it, and that means it will be time to revive your lawn and bring it back to its full, lush and green glory. To help you get ahead of the game this season, the lawn care experts at GRN Pool and Landscape have prepared a brief guide below on some basic spring lawn … Read More