You’ve made the decision to install a swimming pool. You have visions of lazy summer afternoons, cool beverage in hand, lounging by the water, and blissfully cooling off when the sun gets just a little too hot. Obviously, you understand that a swimming pool is a major financial investment. It’s also a pretty big time …
Installing a new inground pool requires more than breaking ground and filling the space with concrete. Even if you choose to take the quicker route of installing a vinyl pool or a fiberglass one, there remains a significant amount of preparation that must be undertaken if you want to be dipping your toes into the …
When planning for a pool, it’s important to consider a number of elements that go beyond the size of the yard and your budget. Obviously, those are both essential considerations, but you should also be thinking about your lifestyle and how the pool and yard will enhance the outdoor activities that give you pleasure. Here …
If you have a space-challenged backyard, it’s easy to adopt a “What’s the point?” attitude when it comes to adding pool. A small yard must mean you’d be stuck with a tiny pool and virtually no extras, such as a spa or outdoor kitchen, right? Not so! This project in Chatham, which was designed by …
You’ve probably said or heard this at some point in your life: I can’t tell you exactly what I want, but I’ll know it when I see it. At Shoreline Pools, we’ve certainly heard plenty of clients say that through the years, and it’s always been our mission to visualize their dreams and turn them …
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Until last year, it was illegal in Massachusetts to have an inground swimming pool that wasn’t enclosed by fencing. But safety codes developed by the Association of Pool & Spa Professionals, in partnership with the International Code Council, have been adopted by a number of states in recent years, including Massachusetts in 2018. What that …
When your kitchen or bathrooms begin to look dated, you don’t usually just rip out all the plumbing, flooring and cabinetry. Likewise, when pools require a facelift, there’s no need to start from scratch. There are many ways in which we can revitalize and upgrade your pool area and surrounding landscape. Whether you decide on …
Lighting ideas to enhance the atmosphere of your pool area We may be bias at Shoreline Pools, but a backyard landscape cannot be complete without a swimming pool. Conversely, a pool cannot be complete without complementing landscaping and lighting. If you’re still in the process of designing your dream pool, or a current owner looking to elevate your pool’s aesthetic, considering your lighting …
Sinking into an outdoor spa when the temperature is in single digits and snow is falling can be one of life’s most soothing and relaxing experiences. It warms your body and your soul and makes the frosty weather almost seem romantic. But there is more to making sure you’re getting the most out of your …
A pool house or cabana can transform your pool area into a luxurious outdoor living space that is not only ideal for entertaining, but is also a practical complement to your home that can simplify your life. A pool house, complete with a guest suite for summer visitors and a bathroom to accommodate the kids, …
