Thursday, August 27, 2015

Swimming Pool Accessories - Things to Consider Prior to Purchase


2565 US Hwy 67
Festus, MO 63028
636-931-POOL (7665)

Swimming Pool Accessories - Things to Consider Prior to Purchase


  


We feel something is lacking in our pool without any accessories like ladder and slides. This is the reason why we always find ways to be able to get such items. Aside from giving us more fun when swimming, these stuff also adds assurance for safety.

In as much as we try to get the most ideal swimming pool ladder and slide for our own pool, we try to consider the costs and quality. We also weigh where to get them - whether via online transaction or getting them from our local suppliers.

If you have just built your own pool you probably want to add some accessories like slides and ladder to make it more appealing and to be able to experience a lot of fun when swimming. When you do this, you have to consider some important things before getting such items. Make a note of the following ideas:

The size of pool

Before getting swimming pool accessories like ladder and slides, it is important that you know the exact dimension of your pool ( ask your builder). There are specific types of pool accessories for a particular type. You have to determine depth and the surface area.

Materials used

Swimming pool accessories are built in different kinds of materials. Some are built in plastics and rubbers, others are built in steels, and there are also made-up of cemented materials. Whichever type you choose, do not forget to ask your supplier if you are getting a kind of swimming pool accessory that is best fitted for the type of pool you have.

Where and how to get it

There are a number of swimming pool accessories suppliers around and you can get them either by these two - online or offline. When you get it online, always remember to do transactions only to those who are proven reliable and trusted. Else, just do the purchase in your local suppliers.

The design

Swimming pool slides and ladders come in various designs. In the case of swimming-pool slides, you'll probably come across the semi-spiral or curve types or just plain straight types. When choosing, you have to remember that every deign has its own purpose - there are designs that are best fitted to pool corners and there are also items designed to be put in the middle ( side of pools).

Types of pool ( in-ground or above ground)

You also need to take into consideration the type of pool you have. Is your pool an in-ground type or the above-ground type? Is it a cornered-type our a circular type. There are specific type of designs for different types of pool and you should get the right ones - or else, you'll be wasting bucks!

So, now that you have swimming-pool accessory ideas, hope you'll be able to get the right ones. Good luck - and have fun in swimming!


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Thursday, August 13, 2015

Safe Swimming Tips For Kids of All Ages


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

Safe Swimming Tips For Kids of All Ages
 

 
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Swimming lessons are a must for any child. Many people believe that babies should learn to swim while it is still a natural response, but some health professionals advise against it. The practice of literally throwing babies into the water was popular some years back but physicians argued against it deeming that it caused them to inhale dangerous amounts of water. Don't start lessons for children under six months old at the youngest and always find a certified instructor. The sooner your child learns to swim, the safer he/she will be.

Infants and Toddlers
Children in this age group are the ones that need the most supervision. Often, parents and caregivers rely too heavily on those toys that are used to support children in the water. Keep in mind that a floating seat for an infant or "floaties" that children use to keep them above water have warning labels on them for a reason. These are not life preservers and are not meant to serve as flotation devices for rescue or for keeping anyone afloat who can't swim. Although they can be great learning tools for children, they can rely on them too heavily and so can parents. Never leave toddlers alone and stay close and alert with infants while they are in one of these devices.

You should also be meticulous about applying sunscreen. Many of the floats for babies have umbrellas made over them to protect them from the heat and rays from the sun. However, water can reflect sunlight onto the baby and cause burns.

Elementary Aged Children
Never let children swim alone regardless of how adept they are. The lure of the pool may be strong when they get home from school but you should have a strict rule against going into the pool without adult supervision. If you have a pool at home, it isn't a bad idea to have locked access to ensure the safety of your kids and of those in the neighborhood.

Teenagers
Enforcing the rules commonly printed on the signs at the public pool will provide you with the best safety steps for these active kids. "No running, no pushing, no horseplay, or jumping into the pool." Teenagers are the kids that are closest to adulthood and the most likely to ignore safety. They approach life with the attitude that they are immortal and that there is no danger in anything they do. It's all about having fun and this is a dangerous attitude to have.

Some parents even allow their children to have "teen-only" pool parties with their friends. Any time you allow them to socialize without supervision, there is the danger of having alcohol brought in or of having tempers to flair. Always supervise your teen's parties or any time they are in the pool.

Safe swimming is a matter of using common sense and never taking unnecessary chances. Swimming can be one of the most enjoyable forms of recreation for all ages but without rules, it can also be one of the most dangerous.



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

 
 
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