FRESH APPROACH

Coverstar completes pool transformation
 This stunning, refurbished pool, in rural Warwickshire, bears no resemblance to the dilapidated pool that greeted Gareth Lancaster of Simplex Pools when he was first given the task of transforming it into ‘a luxury family pool’ for all-year-round use. Planning meetings with the owners and much hard grafting by the Simplex […]

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THE BIGGEST SPLASH!

Another record-breaking year for the industry’s top-ranking competition
 Tickets for the UK Pool & Spa Awards on Thursday December 7th are on sale now in what promises to be the biggest night in the event’s 13-year history. The event returns to the National Conference Centre in Birmingham with a unique blend of networking and business […]

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THE IDEAL BLUEPRINT

Vital tips for successful showroom planning
 The ideal blueprint for a successful showroom will focus attention on your main profit-making selling points, displayed in a way that moves the customer around the store. Take time to add-in obvious and clearly separated product areas such as chemicals and water treatment. A designated section on heating and […]

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Automated water treatment already enjoys world domination when it comes to swimming pools
 On trend and currently making global news, Artificial Intelligence leverages computers and machines to mimic the problem-solving and decision-making capabilities of the human mind. Hardly big news for the water leisure industry where AI has been in place for many years in […]

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INVESTING IN FAMILY VALUES

AstralPool team settles into their new UK base… The AstralPool UK team has relocated to a suite of plush new offices across town from its previous base in Fareham, Hampshire. Practising what they preach, and playing to their strengths, AstralPool’s Technical Director, Simon Jones, personally designed the layout of the 3,000 sq ft base to […]

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DREAM MACHINES

Top tips to help boost your pool cleaner sales
 Maintaining a clean pool can be a time-consuming and labour-intensive task. Thankfully, with the help of an automatic pool cleaner, it can be easier to keep a pool in pristine condition. With that in mind, they say the best way to sell a swimming pool cleaner […]

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SHINING LIGHTS

Colour changing LED lights offer a wealth of design options
 Whether specifying for new builds or refurbishment projects, LEDs have transformed lighting for swimming pools and spas, and all water leisure environments, adding a wealth of options to waterscape design and ambience. Thanks to their long-life expectancy and energy efficiency they are also very environmentally […]

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FORECAST SET FAIR SAY SPATEX

If the SPATEX show’s success is an industry barometer, then the forecast is set fair for a vibrant, busy pool season ahead. The event attracted 1400 visitors from 23 countries to the Coventry Building Society Arena to see first-hand, one hundred stands, showcasing the latest innovations from the world’s leading suppliers and manufacturers. During their […]

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AWARDS BOOST FOR INDUSTRY

The recent UK Pool & Spa Awards presentations were the biggest and best ever
 With a surprise appearance from legendary social media giant The Pool Guy and with a whopping 22 companies winning an overall category award, the recent UK Pool & Spa Awards presentations were not only the biggest but the best in the […]

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RETURN ON INVESTMENT

Book your inspirational European show dates… If you are looking for inspiration for your business and fresh ideas to wow your customers, then a trip to one or more of the forthcoming European trade shows is sure to pay a huge return on investment. Energy efficiency and sustainability are the core themes of Interbad, to […]

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