Thursday, February 28, 2013


Wideman Pools
2565 US Hwy 67 South
Festus, MO 63628
636-931-7665


Fiberglass Swimming Pools


 

In my previous article, I talked about swimming pool covers. While covers are significant, it is also significant to pick the kind of substance that the pool will consist of. If you are considering an in ground swimming pool, there are various choices like concrete, vinyl and fiberglass. I will talk about fiberglass swimming pools in this article.

Fiberglass, as the name shows, are small fibers of glass that strengthen with a polymer ensuing in a composite substance. Since it is composed of small fibers, fiberglass can be formed into any function and worked into any form. It is very smooth, does not fade or allow algae to collect. It is a sturdy material, must sturdier than concrete or vinyl. Because of its assets, it is especially fitted for the job of fiberglass swimming pools.

Fiberglass vs. Concrete Pools

Concrete can fracture and will need repair or restructuring. These things are wholly removed with fiberglass. The way fiberglass is created, it is simpler to form weird shapes and build other forms, such as seats and waterfalls. Concrete also can have sharp, sandpaper like surfaces but fiberglass is wholly smooth. This avoids the problem of scraping feet, elbows and knees on the bottom and sides. Concrete may not even be stable in cold areas where frost can heave. Fiberglass avoids these harsh forces, bending and reforming with the earth if necessary. Fiberglass is well suited for areas where weather hits both extremes.

Fiberglass Pools vs. Vinyl Pools

Vinyl will fail elasticity and often can rip over time requiring frequent repairs. It is also at risk to the harsh rays of the sun that can fade the liner, frequently starting with the first opening. You can anticipate replacing your vinyl liner approximately every 6-7 years at around $3k-$5k. Fiberglass swimming pools are hard unified pieces that are not dependent on stretching. Fiberglass does not tear or rip, resists sun fading. They are model in enormously bright weather areas.

One other note is for the daily care of the swimming pool. Fiberglass swimming pools are very smooth, much more than concrete or vinyl, so they need less disinfecting chemicals to keep the water clean. This gives money back since it takes less time to run the pump, requires less chemicals, and needs less vacuuming. Fiberglass is also good at keeping heat in (in fact it was originally used for insulation), much better than concrete or vinyl, so it is also a heating money saver. You really can't go wrong with fiberglass.

What's not to like?

There are several factors that can go against selecting fiberglass swimming pools. First, they can be much more expensive than concrete or especially vinyl. Second, there has been concern of fiberglass fibers suspended in the pool that can cause itching and discomfort. Third, in very soggy or marshy areas, the fiberglass shell can actually float or be pushed out of the ground. Fourth, because fiberglass needs the surrounding ground to support the pool, it is not used in above ground swimming pools. Last, not all pool professionals may be experienced with installing fiberglass swimming pools. Make sure to have a good reference when choosing an installer.

Even though fiberglass swimming pools may be more expensive, you will likely find that you make that money back care, maintenance and installation.

Wideman Pools                                           636-931-7665               www.widemanpools.com
2565 US Hwy 67 South
Festus, MO 63628

 

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Thursday, February 21, 2013


Wideman Pools, LLC
2565 Hwy 67 So.
Festus, MO  63028
636-931-7665
 
Do Liquid Solar Covers Really Work?
 
 
Everyone needs help getting their water warmed up in the spring especially if it is a rainy spring.  Wideman Pools has several options to help pool owners do just that such as solar blankets, solar systems, and the Solar Pill. 
 
Attached is a video by Swim University that tested the product to see if they really work.  Check it out by clinking the link below. 
 
If you like what you see come to Wideman Pools and decide which solar heating system is best for you!
 
by Swim University

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Thursday, February 14, 2013

Wideman Pools, LLC
2565 Hwy 67 So.
Festus, MO  63028
636-931-7665


How To Shock Your Pool

 
 
 

Shocking  a pool is a simple process and a Big part of the pool sanitation.  Wideman Pools carries Vertex Pool Shock as well and a few other brands in granular form. Come by and check out our full line of different shocks.   
 
Please click on the video below on how to shock your pool effectively.  Wideman Pools has no affiliation with Swim University, we just saw the video and thought it was worth sharing. 
Happy Learning!



by Swim University

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Thursday, February 7, 2013


Wideman Pools
636-931-7665
2565 US Hwy 67 South
Festus, MO 63628
 

A Beginner's Guide on Swimming Pool Cleaning


 

Primarily, be aware that notwithstanding how well you think it's easy to cleanse your swimming pool by hand, there are countless things pool cleaners purge when disinfecting swimming pools that you cannot when you cleanse your swimming pools by hand.

It has obviously become a lot easier now to cleanse your swimming pool by acquiring a kind of automatic pool cleaner which you just drop into the pool to do all of the disinfecting for you, robotically as well as without human help... and most importantly-quicker than a human would. I'm critically not favoring the idea of going to pay for your swimming pool cleaners without first speaking with your buddies or relatives that have swimming pools to suggest the most effective pool cleaners they make use of for their pools.

Technological devices freaks state that what they are passionate about the most concerning the remote controlled knack that robotic pool cleaners have is truly that they can basically be far away and still control the pool cleaners; this is particularly exciting to them. To effectively maintain the years of your pool cleaner you have to take care of it like other gadgets in your residence; if you do not take care of your pool cleaner it is likely to develop hitches and cost you huge chunk of capital to amend or change.

I do not think it wise to NOT make use of pool cleaners simply because of the price, but expose yourself and your lovely family to healthiness dangers which are part of swimming in harmful or dirty pools. If you are having snag finding out the precise pool cleaner you want, make use of the Internet to explore; with the control of the Internet it's easy to locate precise pool cleaner info you are looking for without problems.

Robotic swimming pool cleaners basically function with the precise same form of artificial intelligence creation which robotic kinds of vacuum cleaners work with; they do the disinfecting so that you do not have to. What's really marvelous about the robotic sorts of pool cleaners is the pace at which they get your swimming pool cleaned; within minutes you'll be amazed to behold your dirty looking pool sparkling lots more than ever.

In ending, if you wish to lengthen the lifespan of your pool cleaner, take the time to manually eradicate any huge trash and toys which are in the pool, before using your pool cleaner.

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