Month: December 2017

5 Key Trends in the Pool Industry for 2018

In 2018 we will swim in pools with transparent edges that will create optical illusions in our garden. In addition, in the next year, the space limitations will be increasingly smaller because their dimensions become more compact to adapt to the interior of our own homes. In 2018, collaborative pools, conceptual designs and pools capable of empathizing with our mood will also break out. Welcome to the future!

1. Pools integrated into the environment

A few days ago we advanced that 2018 will be the year of the pools with a surprise effect. Precisely, the pools with transparent edges achieve this sensation because they adapt to the environment and integrate the water inside the constructions creating amazing optical illusions.

2. Collaborative pools

The collaborative pool emerges to solve the demands of a new society with different forms of leisure. If we are used to sharing our houses, music or television, why not transfer this business model to the pool sector? The applications of the future will put in contact users interested in sharing a pool and gives a new possibility to these facilities, sometimes underused.

These apps also bring benefits to entrepreneurs in the sector who can access a large volume of data to detect business needs, discover where their potential customers are and anticipate future needs.

3. The boom of the mini-pools

The luxury of being able to enjoy a pool inside the home is not incompatible with space. In 2018 the pool will become a luxurious domestic object , of discrete dimensions, minimalist designs and materials that will adapt to the environment of the interior of our homes.

4. Pools that empathize with our mood

The 2018 smart pool will also have the ability to adapt to our mood, interpret our emotions and adapt all the systems to create a coherent environment for them. The new applications will be able to instantly modify the temperature, lighting or even activate aromas to adapt to our energy. A new and surprising concept.

5. Installable pools

The risky designs and with contrasted tonalities will be fully topical. The architecture that integrates the pools in a new way, as if they were conceptual works or filmed scenarios, will be viralized in 2018 through social networks like Instagram or Pinterest.

Images: Barclay & Crousse / Unsplash / Richard England

 

How to maintain your pool’s water quality

Maintaining the quality of your pool is extremely important for ensuring that it is safe and clean for you and your family to use. There are many factors that can affect a pool’s water quality, including both internal and external factors such as bad weather conditions, a change in the chlorine or pH levels in the water. Here are four essential tips to maintain the pool water’s quality:

  1. Maintain the right level of pH

Maintaining the right level of pH is an important aspect of ensuring that the pool water is healthy. There are a variety of methods that can be used to maintain the pH level of the pool. A pH is the level of acidity or alkalinity in the water, and it is important because it can cause damage to the pool and cause irritation to the skin.

There are several ways to find out the pH levels of the pool. For example, you can use a home DIY test strips to test the water’s chlorine, pH and cyanuric acid level which can tell whether or not the pool water is at an optimum pH level.

It is also important to note that the pH balance of the pool water can impact the effectiveness of the chlorine in the water which means that the chlorine level will have to be adjusted. Purex chemicals are ideal in terms of optimising and adjusting the pool water’s chemicals.

The pH level ranges from 0 to 14. The most balanced pH level for a pool is between 7.2 and 7.6 because it is closest to being neutral. The ideal pH level is 7.2. Lower levels mean more acidic and higher numbers indicate that the water is more on the alkaline side. Some factors can influence the pH level of a pool such as the swimmers, rain, top-up water and other various chemicals.

  1. “Shock” the pool at the start of the season

Shocking the pool is the process of suddenly increasing the amount of chlorine content in the water by three to five times of the normal amount. This dramatically increases the chlorine level in the pool which reduces the number of bacteria and algae residue in the water. This will, if applied correctly, restore your water content to the pristine condition it was meant to be.

Shocking the pool is a process that should be done when there seems to be a change in the water content, caused by external or internal factors.

There are several ways in which to identify when the pool needs a shocking. For example, when the pool water temperature rises, it can cause bacteria to grow more rapidly, causing the pool to be contaminated. Another example would be when there are heavy rains because they may carry contaminants, which can be a problem if left unchecked. Lastly, when the pool is frequently used, it is important to ensure that the chlorine level is maintained properly because it can impact the health and safety of the swimmers.

  1. Get a pool blanket

Getting a pool blanket is an essential step in maintaining the quality of the pool. It reduces the chance of external factors such as debris or rain from falling into the pool and protects it from being contaminated or diluted as a result. This cuts down on the chemical use, which in turn keeps the balance of the chemicals in the water stable and maintains its quality.

On the other hand, it also keeps the water from the pool from evaporating during the hot summer months in Australia. In addition, it also requires less maintenance to do overall and saves money by cutting down on energy, chemical and labour costs.

  1. Clean out the debris

The first method of removing debris is to remove it manually by skimming off the leaves and other unwanted items. By using long-handled leaf skimmers, you can gather up a lot of debris quite easily. However, you must try and remove them before they sink to the bottom of the pool.

Once it sinks into the pool, you will have to use specialised equipment such as vacuums and cleaners to clean your pool. Technologies today have advanced to the point where we have Robotic Pool Cleaners which can clean your pool of any shape, size or surface automatically.

The biggest benefits of the robotic pool cleaners are that it reduces the manual labour work normally required to clean a pool. It is highly effective and efficient with its advanced 3D technology that cleans 4 times better than other filters and it can trap even the smallest micro-particles.

Another technology that makes this robotic pool cleaner unique is that it is powered by the Gyro technology which offers smart 3-dimensional navigation system as well as an accelerometer which informs if the robot is moving. It also has a patented algorithm owned by Astralpool known as the Aquasmart which instructs the robot what to do. The mechanical swivel system also prevents the power cable from becoming tangled which makes the entire cleaning process much smoother.

Overall, it is advisable that you prevent it from being dirty in the first place by regularly maintaining it, and if you need a helping hand, it seems that robots are the next big thing!

 

Giraffes dive into the pool

Diving is one of the most visually spectacular and exciting sports. Proof of this is the absolute silence that reigns in Olympic stadiums from the moment a diver plunges off the springboard and lands in the water. Given the huge hypnotic effect this traditional sports discipline has on spectators, what would happen if the divers were… giraffes?

This is the premise of “5 metres 80” a short film by the French moviemaker Nicolas Deveaux. In this animated film, dozens of giraffes dive off a number of springboards doing all sorts of artistic movements and somersault into a big indoor pool.

After a process of creation of a year and a half, the work premiered in 2012. Since then, the short film has received numerous awards: Best Short Film at the Artfutura International Festival (2013), Special Award at the City of Lights International Festival of Los Ángeles (2014) or the Audience Award at the New York International Children’s Film Festival (2015), among others.

It is not the first time that Nicolas Deveaux places a majestic natural animal of the African savanna in a sporting environment. In 2005, one year after graduating from the Supinfocom 3D animation school, he created the movie “7 tonnes 2” which allowed us to see an elephant (the only mammal that can not jump) jumping powerfully on a trampoline. This production was screened at numerous festivals around the world.

As a result of the short film “5 metres 80”, the television channel France 3 commissioned Deveaux a series of videos to congratulate the summer and winter holidays to its spectators. In these pieces, the animals are again protagonists of fun activities: hippos that slide down a water slide and play tennis , a skater turtle , parachute jumping elephants , and, again, a stylish giraffe that dives into a Pool from a trampoline .

Three dream pools by the sea

These three pools that touch the ocean are guaranteed to provide an unforgettable aquatic experience whatever your tastes.

For those who love a challenge: Bondi Icebergs (Australia)

What sets Bondi Icebergs apart is more than just the pool’s spectacular location next to Bondi Beach in Sydney. Founded in 1929, the swimming club and its time-honoured traditions have become a city institution over the years. Applicants must pass a five-year test period before becoming permanent members, swimming at the pool at least three Sundays a month during winter.

The water temperature averages 16 degrees Celsius in the coldest months of the year and can dip significantly lower in windy conditions or when strong waves break over the pool.

For those seeking serenity: Reethi Rah (Maldives)

The ultra-luxurious One&Only Reethi Rah complex is located in the Maldives, an archipelago in the Indian Ocean. This resort boasts 12 white sand beaches and 40 swimming pools, including Serenity, a spectacular 30-metre-long pool that extends into a quiet lagoon. Bathers can unwind in a jacuzzi or lay on one of the stone beds built at the end of this adults-only pools.

For those who want to be close to nature: Cura di Tortuga (Aruba)

Cura di Tortuga (also known as “Conchi”) is a spectacular natural pool located on the island of Aruba. Part of the charm of this natural space lies in its isolation: the only way to reach it is via a very steep road by jeep, on horseback or on foot. This secluded natural pool is formed by volcanic rocks and is one of the Caribbean’s most photographed spots.