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Having the perfect pool liner gives the finishing touch you’ve been looking for to complete your dream backyard. Once you’ve found it, you want to make sure it lasts as long as possible so you can continue to enjoy it in the future. Neglect tends to be a primary cause in liner deterioration so by following some of the tips below, you can keep your liner going strong.

Safety is the number one priority when you have a pool in your backyard. Splashing around on a summer day is bound to create amazing memories with friends and family, but it’s important to enforce safety rules so those memories don’t turn sour. Not sure where to start? Start with our pool safety checklist that has 4 rules every pool owner should have in their backyard escape.

Days of sunshine and warm weather are on the horizon! You might be starting to wonder: is it too early to start thinking about opening your pool? The answer is no! Read on to see the 4 reasons why we believe you should open your pool sooner rather than later.

On International Women’s Day, we take time each year to recognize hard-working women all over the globe. It’s a focal point in the movement for women’s rights and at LOOP-LOC, we’re lucky enough to have LeeAnn Donaton-Pesta as our President and CEO. We asked LeeAnn about her experience as a woman in leadership in the pool industry. Read on to find out her answers.

Whether you’ve had heavy snowfalls or you’re in a state where the off-season is mild, winter pool maintenance is extremely important. Putting in the time and effort to take care of your pool now will ensure an easier opening that saves you both time and money in the long run. Here are some helpful tips that you can implement this winter to keep your pool happy during the colder months.

Just because the 80-degree weather has passed, it doesn’t mean you have to stop enjoying your backyard oasis. Don’t let the cold stop you from throwing a memorable pool party that your family and friends will talk about until the sun is shining again. Check out these ways to turn your space into a true winter wonderland and make the most of your pool all year round. 

Chase away the winter blues and let LOOP-LOC fill your heart. While people are getting themselves and their loved ones flowers, chocolates, and diamond rings, you may be looking for something more long-lasting and unique to give this Valentine’s Day. No need to stress, we have exactly what you need...one of LOOP-LOC’s exclusive luxury designer liners! What better gift to show you care then giving someone the escape of a beautiful backyard oasis? (Hint: there is none). 

Your swimming pool may not be the first thing that pops into your head when you’re drinking hot chocolate and watching your neighbors make snowmen, but believe it or not, winter is a great time to start planning that backyard you’ve been dreaming about! There are several advantages to starting your backyard overhaul in the chillier months of the year. These are our top 4 reasons why you should consider remodeling sooner rather than later.

Your winter pool cover is your pool’s strongest shield throughout the off-season – it keeps your pool and everything inside protected from any bitter cold and debris that could inflict damage, but in return, it takes the brunt of the weathering. Knowing this, every pool owner needs to be sure to take the proper precautions to protect their pool during the off-season by first and foremost protecting their cover.

Whether you want a new aesthetic, a replacement, or it’s your first time, buying a pool liner can be overwhelming with the plethora of choices out there. There’s a lot to consider beyond color; how good the warranty is, what pattern you want, if you like or hate embossment, and even how much sparkle you want, the list could go on. Knowing that choosing a new vinyl liner can be difficult at times, we put together your go-to guide for all you need to know when shopping for a pool liner, whether you’re a seasoned pool pro or your pool just started construction.

Becoming a pool owner can be filled with excitement and anticipation – from picking out the pool shape and liner to choosing fun pool toys and accessories upon the project’s completion, you will certainly be eager to jump into your new outdoor centerpiece as soon as possible. However, as any seasoned pool owner will tell you, owning a pool isn’t just margaritas by the poolside and sunbathing in a floating lounge chair. There is a lot of responsibility that comes with owning a pool that many new owners aren’t aware of, including basic tips and tricks to make sure your pool is the best it can be.

With 2019 in our midst, it’s the beginning of a New Year filled with possibilities. While there are plenty of your normal resolutions to go around, we here at LOOP-LOC think that your New Year’s resolution should be a facelift for your pool. While everyone posts online about it being “a New Year, new me”, you can start the New Year with a whole new aesthetic for your outdoor oasis instead. There are so many things you could do to change up the feel of your backyard, but we think the fresh look needs to start with the centerpiece – your pool, and consequently, it’s liner.

January 1st is approaching fast, and before we even knew it, 2018 is drawing to a close. After a hectic holiday season, the New Year can seem like a daunting time ahead–where did the time go? Well, whether you’re happy about 2019’s arrival or not, what better way to welcome in 2019 than with a list of some great New Year’s resolutions? And what better New Year’s resolutions are there than ones that involve your pool? We here at LOOP-LOC have compiled a list of some fun, realistic pool owner resolutions that you can put your mind to for 2019.

With the holidays around the corner, you may have found yourself perusing the aisles of every store, wondering how you’re going pull off the holiday celebrations in your own home this year. With family and friends coming over to celebrate, it can feel like there’s a lot of pressure on the host for their home to be perfectly prepped and festive before the first person walks in the door. Give yourself a break from holiday prep shopping and figure out some ideas first– once you know what you’re doing, preparations will move so much smoother.

When gentle snowflakes dust your backyard into a winter wonderland, you can’t help but sit and watch quietly, taking in every beautiful, frosty panorama possible. On the other hand, when weather warnings call for heavy snow and high winds, those delicate little snowflakes can quickly turn into drivers of destruction for your outdoor paradise. Every pool owner is worried about how their pool and pool cover will hold up through the winter season, but those who live in areas with regular heavy snow or the occasional blizzard have to worry most about their pool’s well-being.

New Year, new backyard! What better way to ring in the New Year than a few quick upgrades to your outdoor space? Even in the middle of winter, there’s a lot that you can do to spruce up your yard not only for the summer season ahead, but also the chilly winter nights as well. We’ve prepared a bundle of ideas to enhance your poolside decor for seasons to come, so make a beautiful backyard one of your New Year Resolutions! Keep reading for inspiration.  

This holiday season everyone has a lot of different things to be thankful for, from friends and family to new opportunities and open doors, but we want to give you 8 thoughtful reasons to be thankful for your pool this Thanksgiving. Read through our list below.

The holiday season is filled with anticipation and excitement for the upcoming festivities, with kids carefully curating their wish lists and parents sorting out the latest holiday sales for their top-secret purchases. If we told you all the stress and time wasted from holiday shopping could be thrown away, would you listen to our best holiday gift idea yet? Surprising your family with a brand new swimming pool will be the ultimate holiday surprise, met with more joy and jumping around than any other toy or game. Setting the scene for a great summer up ahead, a swimming pool is a gift the whole family will enjoy year after year, ensuring your big holiday purchase pays off in oodles of laughs and summer memories.

Even though the pool is closed and the days are short, there’s no need to banish yourself indoors to hibernate all winter! Pining all winter long for the summer sun to come again is futile, since it’s not coming any faster, no matter how much you stare at your pool liner. Rest assured, because even on chilly nights there’s outdoor fun to be had with so many unique ways to utilize your backyard all winter long. Even if the pool isn’t an option, we’ve laid out a bunch of ideas to make the most of your backyard, even when the weather is cold. Keep reading for some “cool” suggestions!

Your filter is the powerhouse of the pool, keeping the water clear and sparkling above anything else. Even though there’s not much to it, the filter provides an essential service to your pool water, and it does so by using a pressurized system to flow water in, through, and out of the pool filter. You can tell what pressure your filter is using by checking your pool’s pressure gauge. Here at LOOP-LOC, we want to help you understand the big role your pressure gauge has and how to maintain the essential pool part for years to come.