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 …
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 …
It’s the final touches that really make a room, and the same is true when it comes to creating a haven of outdoor living around your pool. Add to your family’s enjoyment of your pool, and increase the amount of time you spend there, by making it feel like an outdoor room. 1. Shade trees …
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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, …
Although the fencing surrounding your swimming pool is there primarily for safety, that doesn’t mean it can’t also blend seamlessly into the landscape and enhance the overall aesthetic of the area. Before choosing fencing you should determine your style preference and whether privacy or an unfettered view is most important. You might choose a tall, …
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