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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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Patio and Coping  |  Pool Videos

Pavers and Fiberglass Swimming Pools: A Slideshow

In the last year or so, we at River Pools and Spas have done more paver patios than ever before with our fiberglass pool installations. With their elegant look, customized design, plus the fact that they never crack, pavers are becoming more and more popular as a patio choice amongst swimming pool consumers.

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Fiberglass Pool Information  |  Pool Videos

Just How Much Fun Are Inground Swimming Pools...Really? (Amazing Video)

We talk about swimming pools all the time here at River Pools and Spas, but the bottom line question consumers need to answer during this process is:

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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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Fiberglass Pool Information  |  Installation & Construction  |  Pool Videos

Can A Fiberglass Pool Be Completely Installed in One Day? (Video)

We figured we'd have some fun and attempt something we've never done, or even seen done before in the pool industry (although I'm sure it has)...and that's to do an entire fiberglass pool installation, including concrete patio, all in a single day!

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Options and Accessories  |  Pool Videos

Best Robotic Pool Cleaner Video: What Makes This Design Best?

This year at the Atlantic City Pool and Spa Convention I had the pleasure of meeting Gil Erlich, V.P. of Sales and Marketing for Aqua Products, the World's Leader in Robotic Pool Cleaning Solutions.

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Options and Accessories  |  Pool Videos

Custom Security Cover: Fiberglass Pool with Elevated Patio [Video]

Check out this quick video of a custom security cover installation on an inground fiberglass pool with an 18" poolside wall and elevated paver patio. As you will see, the cover anchors into the elevated patio then stretches taut across the pool.

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Fiberglass Pool Information  |  Fiberglass Pool Manufacturers  |  Finding A Pool Contractor  |  Pool Design Guides  |  Pool Videos

How to Set and Install a Deep-End Fiberglass Pool

The process of setting a Deep End Fiberglass Pool is the most critical phase of the construction process. An improper set could result in damage to the pool shell when the weight of the water is placed on the structure.

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Fiberglass Pool Information  |  Fiberglass vs Concrete vs Vinyl Liner  |  Installation & Construction  |  Options and Accessories  |  Pool Design Guides  |  Pool Videos

Unbiased Pool Owner Speaks Out Regarding Concrete vs Fiberglass Debate

As just about any pool shopper knows, there is a significant debate raging on in the swimming pool industry: Concrete Compared to Fiberglass: Which is the Best Swimming Pool? Understandably, this question merits serious consideration. But the truth is, just about every pool guy is quite biased when it comes to the product they sell. And no matter what any person says, they are almost always leaning one way or another when it comes to what they tend to recommend to customers.

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Fiberglass Pool Manufacturers  |  Options and Accessories  |  Pool Videos  |  Retaining Walls, Fence, and Landscaping

3 Benefits to Water Features on Your Inground Swimming Pool

When purchasing a swimming pool, many homeowners debate as to whether or not a water feature, such as a pool fountain or a waterfall feature, is a worthy investment. Although arguments could likely be made for both sides, I would emphasize here that a pool is an AWESOME addition to a back yard and to your family experience with or without such a feature.

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Fiberglass Pool Information  |  Fiberglass Pool Manufacturers  |  Options and Accessories  |  Pool Videos

Can any Fiberglass Pool have a Tanning Ledge and Custom Water Feature?

One of the greatest evolutions in the fiberglass swimming pool industry has been a concerted effort from many builders and manufacturers to add customized features to their products. And considering the biggest knock on a fiberglass swimming pool is its lack of customization, such an effort makes quite a bit of sense.

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Installation & Construction  |  Pool Videos  |  Retaining Walls, Fence, and Landscaping

Video Tour of Gorgeous Fiberglass Pool with Retaining Walls

One of the most challenging aspects of buying an inground pool is visualizing what the finished project will look like, and this is especially true on a sloping lot where retaining walls are needed.

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