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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.

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Installation & Construction

Is Sand or Stone Better Backfill for an Inground Fiberglass Pool?

If you are considering an inground swimming pool, you probably have a lot of questions about how they are constructed. Before we get into the following video that covers a key component of fiberglass pool installations, let me introduce you to our FREE inground pool ebook that goes into great detail regarding the installation processes of all three types of inground pools: Concrete Pools, Vinyl Liner Pools, and Fiberglass Pools.

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Installation & Construction

The River Pools Way: Fiberglass Pool Installation Problems Solved

I'll be completely honest...At River Pools, we have made just about every fiberglass pool installation mistake possible.

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Comparing Fiberglass, Concrete, and Vinyl Liner Pools in the Modern Age Ebook.

Comparing Fiberglass, Concrete, and Vinyl Liner Pools in the Modern Age

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.

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Installation & Construction

7 Things to Consider When Building a Fiberglass Pool at a Home under Construction

Whether you are a pool builder or a home owner, it's important to understand that the process of building a fiberglass pool on a home under construction presents some unique challenges. However, if these are understood and discussed beforehand they can be easily overcome.

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Pool Maintenance

Can Water Behind a Fiberglass Pool Cause Osmotic Blisters?

If you are looking for information about how fiberglass pools are manufactured, you have come to the right place today! As a leading provider of fiberglass pools, we receive lots of questions daily about the materials we use, how they are applied, and how they perform in real-life situations. In this article, we'll address some questions about gelcoat blisters to give you a better understanding of how it happens, why it happens, and what can be done to prevent it.

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Pool Manufacturing Process

Vinyl Ester Barrier Coat: 4 Fiberglass Pool Manufacturing Problems Solved

If you are seriously considering an inground fiberglass pool, I'm going to make two assumptions: #1. You are actively searching for specific information from fiberglass pool manufacturers about the actual materials they use and how they are applied. #2. Up to this point, your search has been in vain. Luckily, your search is over. Our Vinyl Ester Barrier Coat not only overcomes the common manufacturing challenges in our industry but also provides many other benefits that result in a more beautiful and durable pool for your backyard. Here are some specifics I'd like to point out:

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Retaining Walls, Fence, and Landscaping

Retaining Walls For Pools 101: Types, Prices, And Features

If you're interested in purchasing an inground pool and you have a sloped backyard, then you've probably considered incorporating a retaining wall into your design. In the following video, we'll cover the most popular questions people have about retaining walls around inground pools. Here's what we'll be discussing:

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Patio and Coping  |  Pool Videos

Cantilevered Coping for Inground Pools: Pros, Cons, & Installation [Video]

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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Pool Design Guides

Small Pools 101: Shapes, Dimensions, Features And Other Considerations

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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Fiberglass Pool Information

How Durable Are Fiberglass Pools and How Long Do They Last?

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

How Fiberglass Pools Are Made: 3 Steps

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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