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
A vinyl pool liner can last many years, but lifespan depends on sunlight, water balance, installation, and routine care. Watch for fading, brittleness, leaks, and seam damage.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
Small, stable pool deck cracks can often be cleaned and sealed, but widening, uneven, or moving cracks may signal drainage or structural issues that need professional repair.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
Pool liner replacement cost depends on pool size, shape, liner style, and labor. Learn what changes the price, when replacement is needed, and when to call a pro.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
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A small pool liner tear can often be repaired underwater with a vinyl pool patch kit, but only if the liner is clean, stable, and the damage is minor.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
Clean a travertine pool deck with dry sweeping, a pH-neutral stone cleaner, soft tools, and a careful rinse. Avoid acids, abrasives, and aggressive pressure washing.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
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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
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
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.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
Spa-style hot pools need tighter water chemistry control than standard pools. Focus on sanitizer, pH, alkalinity, calcium hardness, and water clarity.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
A unibead pool liner is an above-ground pool liner that can attach in more than one way, helping it fit certain bead-track or J-hook pool setups.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
For most above-ground pools, the best liner gauge is the thickest one that fits correctly, matches the pool’s shape, and is installed over sound surfaces.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
To remove iron stains from a pool floor, first confirm the stain, then clean debris and circulation issues, and only use a label-directed pool stain treatment.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.