River Pools & Spas Blog
The most educational swimming pool blog in the country, providing fiberglass pool articles and videos, as well as information on inground concrete and liner pools.
Patio and Coping | Pool Videos
If you are considering an inground pool, you've probably noticed there a lot of decisions to make! From the type of pool to options and accessories to the type of patio and coping...all of these details impact the look and feel of your finished pool (and your budget). One detail that may not initially stand out is the pool coping, or material that borders the perimeter of the pool. In the video below, we discuss a particular type of coping called cantilevered concrete coping.
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If you are considering an inground pool and have limited space to work with, you're likely thinking that a small pool could be the way to go. Today we're going to discuss some of the major questions we receive on a daily basis here at River Pools from folks who think that a small pool might be the best option for their backyard. Let's jump right in!
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Don't blindly wonder if a fiberglass, concrete, or vinyl liner pool is right for you. Our educational ebook does a deep-dive comparison of the 3 types, all while noting the advantages and disadvantages of each.
After years of working with hundreds of inground fiberglass pool customers, we have found that our clients research several key factors when preparing for their project: cost and pricing the amount of pool maintenance required how long they can expect their fiberglass pool to last Today, we are going to discuss the latter, and share with you what we know about the durability of inground fiberglass swimming pools. So, let's get started!
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Pool Manufacturing Process | Pool Videos
Have you ever wondered how an inground fiberglass pool is created? Let's break down the 3-step process to making a fiberglass pool from scratch: The production of the pattern or "plug" The production of the mold The production of the pool shell
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As one of the leading manufacturers of fiberglass pool shells in America we get asked all the time, “How do you create a new fiberglass pool design from scratch?” It’s a question we love answering because it’s a fascinating process and we honestly feel that the more informed the consumer is about the product they are buying, the happier they will be with it in the end. With that said, there is a three-step process in the creation of a new fiberglass pool design.
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If you’re considering an inground pool, you are probably also considering installing underwater pool lights. As we specialize in fiberglass swimming pools, we have the opportunity to answer tons of questions about pool lighting. In this article, we’re going to tackle some of the most popular inground pool lighting questions we receive on a daily basis.
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Fiberglass Pool Information | Fiberglass Pool Manufacturers | Pool Videos
The fact that you’ve found this article means you are probably well into the process of finding the right pool for your family. Maybe you have already decided that a fiberglass pool is the way to go, and possibly that a rectangular shape is best for you….now it’s just a matter of finding the pool design that meets your needs the best. If this is the case, you’re in luck because today we’re going to compare two of the most popular rectangular fiberglass pools on the market: The Casini by Trilogy Pools and The G36 by our company, River Pools.
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Fiberglass Pool Information | Pool Design Guides
If you are in the market for a rectangular fiberglass pool, you’re probably wondering which design will best meet the needs of your family. After being in the business of fiberglass pools for years, we’ve basically found that there are five factors that influence which rectangular pool design might make one option a better fit for your family than another. We're going to discuss each of these elements in this article, so here goes!
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Fiberglass vs Concrete vs Vinyl Liner | Pool Design Guides | Pool Videos
Of the hundreds of questions we are asked on a daily basis, the most common is probably this: "What are the differences between concrete and fiberglass pools?" It's a great question and there are many differences, but there's one in particular that fiberglass pool owners love to talk about: fiberglass pools are extremely low maintenance.
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A man and a woman who met online are having their first phone conversation. Here's how it goes:
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