For many, cooling down in the pool is at the top of their summer to-do list. If you’re fortunate enough to own a swimming pool, then keeping it in tip-top shape can feel like a daunting chore.

Pools are one of the best ways to get relief from the summer heat. But no one wants to take a dip in a dirty or murky pool. Maintaining an in-ground or above ground pool doesn’t have to be a hassle.

Summer heat and humidity can make finding the nearest body of water a tempting choice. Maybe you find relief from the heat in a local swimming pool, the ocean, a nearby river or even a backyard splash ...

Geraldine has over a decade of experience writing within the home improvement sector. Additionally, she has unique first-hand renovation experience as the previous owner of a house-flipping business.

A display of the different types of gravel a landscape materials supplier sells. - Vadim Cazacu/Getty Images Thinking about decorating the landscape around your pool area? There is a plethora of ...