As autumn approaches, changing temperatures, weather conditions and pool usage can all influence water quality. For pool and spa operators, maintaining a clear understanding of water chemistry remains essential throughout the changing seasons. While routine measurements such as chlorine and pH provide vital information, looking beyond the basics can give operators a more complete picture […]
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Compass Pools by Waterstream still has selective opportunities to join its new UK Ambassador Programme. The scheme is aimed at trade businesses looking to benefit from swimming pool enquiries without taking on the delivery of the project themselves. Aimed at pool companies, landscapers, garden designers and outdoor living specialists, participating businesses can refer residential enquiries […]
Choosing the right pool cover is one of the most important decisions a pool owner can make. Beyond keeping the pool clean, a premium cover enhances safety, improves energy efficiency and helps preserve your investment for years to come. At Alfresco Pools, an official UK distributor OF Coverseal, we believe a pool cover should work […]
NIVEKO takes home pool ownership to a new level with its flexible Motion Pool concept – a multifunctional swimming pool with a movable floor. Motion Pool is not just a swimming pool. It is a flexible space that responds to customers’ needs. It brings together swimming, safety, design and practicality in one complete solution. The […]
XMAS PARTY NIGHT OUT – THURSDAY 10TH DECEMBER Tickets for the Xmas Party Of The Year are selling fast! Many companies opt to book whole tables for their annual team festive night out, check on-line for latest availability at www.ukpoolandspaawards.co.uk In an industry defined by technical expertise, design ambition, innovation and craftsmanship, recognition matters. […]
For a business operating across the multiple disciplines within the water leisure sector, apprenticeships offer an opportunity to cost-effectively build the specialist workforce for the future. Finding people who already possess the right combination of skills and industry knowledge can be challenging. Apprenticeships provide businesses with a way to develop those skills in-house while benefiting […]
The UK pool industry is being urged to rethink its approach to pool management and crucially, water quality control. Pool industry consultant, Paul McMichael, believes many companies are under-resourced and even worse, are stuck in outdated practices from up to 30 years ago. “I have seen first-hand, a reluctance to embrace new technology, new approaches […]
SPATEX, the UK’s annual trade show is an event worth jumping in a car or hopping on a plane for. Held at the centrally located, Coventry Building Society Arena, the venue offers ample parking, with SPATEX committed to providing free parking for registered visitors. SPATEX will reimburse the cost of a taxi from Birmingham International […]
Even the best-built swimming pools eventually require refurbishment, repairs or upgrades. Proactive maintenance can extend a pool’s life, reduce long-term costs and provide an economical alternative to replacement. Plastica offers a comprehensive range of refurbishment solutions, including replacement liners, solar and winter debris covers, pumps and reel systems. Most products are manufactured at Plastica’s UK […]
Ian Smith, a founding staff member of NorCal, now SCP UK, when it began in 1966, passed away in May after a short illness. His contribution to the development of the UK pool industry will sadly, never be fully recognised, but it should not be underestimated. Ian together with Bill Trusson, Bill’s son Bob and […]
