The heater is the most important component of a swimming pool. It keeps the water warm, which means you can swim in it year-round and also that your kids will actually want to go outside and play instead of huddling together inside like animals. But choosing the right heater isn’t always easy. There are dozens…
At the Olympics, pools are for swimming. Swimmers don’t want to feel like they’re swimming in a Jacuzzi or hot tub, so Olympic pools are kept at about 26 degrees Celsius (79 degrees Fahrenheit). That’s cooler than most pools you’ll find in public gyms or hotels because it helps athletes conserve energy during competition. Here…
It can be a real pain to heat an Intex pool, but it’s not impossible. In fact, you can use basic math and an above-ground heater to get your water up to the right temperature. Here are the steps you’ll need to take: Know your water per hour. Your pool will lose water through evaporation,…
How much heat does a pool lose overnight? In this article, you will find the answer to this question. A pool’s water temperature will drop even when no one is using it. If you don’t want this to happen, here’s what you can do: Pools lose heat overnight, mostly by evaporation If you’ve ever been…
The FibroPool FH055 is an electric heater that operates on propane at up to 55,000 BTUs. It is easy to use and adjust the settings. This unit comes with many different accessories such as hoses and fasteners and electronic ignition. This unit can fit into almost any space you need it to because it is…
The Fibropool FH120 above-ground swimming pool heat pump uses electricity to heat your water from 50°F a crystal clear 88°F in as little as 8 hours, depending on the current pool water temperature and the speed of the pump. It costs about $50 per month to heat a 7500-gallon pool with a heat pump. The…
Pool heaters are a great way to keep your pool warm, but they are not all created equal. Here is everything you need to know about gas and electric pool heaters before you buy one. What Is a Gas Heater? A gas heater is a device that provides heat by burning natural gas in order…
In recent years, the idea of owning a pool has become more and more popular. As many people now have their own pools, the pool heating industry has seen a significant increase in popularity. Unfortunately, many homeowners are faced with a complicated list of pool heating options that seem to be just too much for…
Having a pool at home can bring a lot of joy and relaxation to you and your family, but also comes with many responsibilities such as owning the right equipment, maintaining the pool’s cleanliness, being ready for when it needs grooming, and understanding how to use it. Sometimes these obligations can be overwhelming, which is…
There’s nothing more frustrating than going to buy a new pool heater and finding out that you have to use your current one for more time than expected. This makes the decision of whether or not to buy a new one all the more difficult – but if you’re willing to spend some time thinking…