Notes from the deep end

Practical articles for pool owners on skimming, water testing and choosing the right equipment.

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Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read

How to Get Wrinkles Out of a Pool Liner

Most wrinkles in a pool liner come from low water, trapped air, or a liner that shifted. The safest fix is to check the cause first and avoid pulling or cutting the vinyl.

Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.

Skimming & Debris · Archive date: · 3 min read

How to Remove Hair and Lint from the Pool Surface

Use a fine skimmer net, keep the pool clean with regular basket and filter checks, and fix circulation issues before fine debris builds up.

Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.

Skimmer Equipment · Archive date: · 3 min read

What Features Matter in a Heavy-Duty Debris Skimmer for Big Messes?

For leaves, twigs, and storm debris, choose a pool skimmer net with a reinforced frame, deep bag, and secure pole fit. Safe cleanup starts with the pump off.

Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.