Category Archives: Pools
Where Materials Meet
By Tim Long In a recent renovation project, we had the opportunity to completely change the appearance of a pool by both the choice of our material, and by the attention to detail in its application. Originally the pool was surrounded … Continue reading
Traveling Decks
By Tim Long It is amazing, if not mind boggling, that something as big and as heavy as a concrete deck can move. One would think that something of this sort, when constructed would stay put. However, decks can and do … Continue reading
Steel Reinforcement, It’s the Pool’s Skeleton!
By Tim Long Have you every wondered why concrete is such a great and versatile building material? Probably not! Neither have most people. Nevertheless, if you’re considering a pool or spa, you should understand a few things about this wonderful material. Why? Because … Continue reading
Disguising Details
By Tim Long If you have just spent a large amount of money creating that perfect backyard experience, that last thing you should want is to notice the Details that should remain HIDDEN. You should see the beauty of the … Continue reading
Access for All!
By Tim Long Any good design, must serve its function however that may be defined. Otherwise it is not fulfilling its purpose. I was recently retained by a client, to make a non-functioning space usable again. They had a social … Continue reading
Excavation – The Big Dig!
By Tim Long After the building permits have been issued, the utilities located and re-routed if necessary, the next step is the excavation process. This is one of the most important stages of your pool’s construction. You must realize that … Continue reading
City Permits & Utilities
By Tim Long After your pool has been designed, but before any construction begins, permits from the local authorities must be obtained. In most locations there will be some governing authority which oversees residential construction. The purpose of these authorities … Continue reading
It Begins With Design!
By Tim Long If you are interested in building a pool, spa or water-feature one of your first consideration should be its design, what size, shape, how it will look and feel in your backyard. This involves understanding the many … Continue reading
Shot-Crete, Gunite what’s the Difference?
By Tim Long There is a lot of confusion over the difference between Shot-Crete and Gunite and which process should be used for your swimming pool or spa. Many pool builders will argue why the process they use is better … Continue reading