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Give your swimming pool a makeover |
(NC)—While still a great place to cool off on a hot day, a swimming pool can lose some of its spark with age. Homeowners can breathe new life into their older pool by simply adding some affordable new features that can increase value and renew the appeal of your backyard paradise.
Water features in particular are an excellent way to spruce up your pool area. Pre-fabricated kits for waterfalls, ponds and even artificial streams come in a wide variety of styles that allow you to create any desired effect using artificial rockscapes. Easy to install, these features can be as simple as adding a freestanding poolside planter, fully equipped with a functioning waterfall. These man-made installations please not only the eyes but also the ears with the babbling and gurgling of a backyard brook.
Updating the landscaping around your pool will renew your overall backyard appearance. Highlight your new poolside flora and natural stone decking with outdoor lighting to add a new dimension to evening entertaining. Even simple renovations such as a new pool liner, a fresh coat of paint or some new tiles will give an older pool a new lease on life.
If children or grandchildren are your primary patrons, a slide or diving board will liven up an old swimming pool. Fiberglass resin slides are affordable, safe and available in many different shapes and sizes. Installing a new set of in-pool steps will make it easier for everyone to get in and out of the water and if you're looking to entertain adult family and friends, why not add a swim-up bar? These aftermarket add-ons easily mount on the pool edge and feature seating and shaded umbrella tables that make your backyard pool feel like an exotic resort.
Information on giving your pool a makeover or finding retailers in your area is available online at www.poolcouncil.ca or toll-free at 1-800-879-7066.
Credit: www.newscanada.com |
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