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Biomimicry: What it is and Why it Matters in the Pool Industry

James Robyn
Biomimicry. It's a fascinating scientific practice that has a real impact on our everyday lives. And it also has a lot of crossover with the world of natural swimming pools. In this blog post, James Robyn examines the relationship between the two. [More]

SPEC Supports Bills to Fight Unlicensed Contractors

AQUA Editors
The California Spa and Pool Education Council have narrowed in on the issues it will focus on in the 2013 legislative season, including unlicensed contractors, minimum wage increases and more. Read about the bills here. [More]

Healing Waters: The Rise of Hydrotherapy Pools

Angelique H. Caffrey
Rehabilitative aquatic environments are growing in popularity — and that hasn't gone unnoticed by pool industry pros. Learn more about the science behind hydrotherapy pools and the customers who are interested in them. [More]

Hot Tub and a Movie

AQUA Editors
Gone are the days of the drive-in movie, but how about the hot tub movie? Check out Hot Tub Cinema, the latest craze to hit the U.K. [More]

Spotlight: All The Elements Of Fun

AQUA Editors
Take a vinyl liner pool and add a grotto, slide, splash deck and spillover spa, and you have one incredibly fun backyard project. Read the details here. [More]

Part 16: How Do Loyal Retail Customers Change Over Time?

Larry Bloom
In this post, author Larry Bloom asks a question: Are long-time pool owners likely to stick with their preferred pool retail store? The answer may surprise you. [More]

The Legacy of Jade Mountain

AQUA Editors
We explore one of the most breathtaking aquatic environments ever created: Jade Mountain in St. Lucia. [More]

Product Focus: Around The Spa

Cailley Hammel
Hot tubs are exciting, but the accessories that go with them are just as exciting. See what's big in spa steps, surrounds and enclosures. [More]

Hot Tub Trivia: The "First" Hot Tub

AQUA Editors
Time for some trivia: Who was the first President to enjoy a hot tub at the White House? Read on and find out. [More]

Unlicensed Pool Contractors Nabbed in California Sting

AQUA Editors
After a statewide sting, nearly 80 unlicensed contractors were charged for operating without a license — including those who claimed to be pool contractors. Read how it all went down. [More]

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