Rocha's Pool Plaster

How much would a pool like this cost?

I like that there is an automatic cover over the pool. I am thinking of doing a narrow and long rectangular lap pool with a spa on one end and a beach entry on the other. I'd like an automatic retracting cover that can be walked on when closed.

What germs are lurking in your pool?

The pool is a popular place to hang out during this scorching summer. But before you jump in, you should know what germs are lurking inside. The Centers for Disease Control recently released a bold media campaign that reminds people not to pee in the pool or get in the water if you have diarrhea. We all know that's gross. But there's plenty of other gunk we're bringing into the water too. "There's always gonna be some bacteria and germs," said Dr.

How To Accurately Use Pool Test Strips For Your Pool’s Chemistry?

Using pool test strips accurately will help you maintain its standard levels and keep it as useful as possible. Keep your swimming pool clean

Keep the Splash In Your Pool: Is Your Pool Leaking?

IS YOUR POOL LEAKING? In our dry, Arizona desert climate, the typical swimming pool can evaporate its equivalent water volume in one year - up to 25,000 gallons of water. But leaks are also a major cause of water loss. We'll help you figure out if you have a leaky pool that's costing you money and wasting water.

16 Spectacular Above Ground Pool Ideas You Should Steal

Above Ground Pool Ideas - In the summer, people like spending few hours in the swimming pool. Do you do the same? However, you may hate the way your above ground pool looks in your backyard.

How Hot Should A Hot Tub Be?

Have you ever wondered how hot should a hot tub be? Consider these factors when deciding what temperature to set your hot tub.

7 Ways to Design Around Your Above Ground Pool

What do you put around an above ground pool? We're here to help you pretty up your pool area with simple landscaping, lighting and other tips.

How to Make an Above Ground Pool Look Nice: Paint It Yourself

Bought your kids an above-ground pool—or considering one? Improve its looks by giving its metal walls a coat of paint. Eyesore no more!

Swimming Pool Landscaping Ideas

Check out 17 great designs for borders and areas surrounding your swim zone.

Make safety a priority for your home pool and hot tub

Concerns raised that hot tub users could be swimming in their own poo

Five people chilling in a hot tub could leave behind poo amounting to a tablespoons' worth in the water, so isn’t that lovely?

Pee in swimming pools and hot tubs: Lab tests reveal the dirty truth

Jeff Rossen goes undercover to learn if there's urine in swimming pools, water parks and hot tubs. The truth lab tests reveal isn't pretty.

Plaster vs. Drywall: How to Repair, Maintain and Restore Plaster Walls

Plaster walls and decorative details are high-quality, handmade finishes that give an old house character. They should not be replaced with inferior materials without a compelling reason. Plaster is worth preserving and, fortunately, easy to maintain -- all you need is a little knowledge.

Surface Smarts: Venetian Plaster

Centuries-old Venetian plaster has made a roaring comeback in modern interiors. Could this old-world wall favorite work in your home?

Winterizing Your Hot Tub (And Why You Don't Need to Do It)

Winterizing your hot tub seems like a good idea, especially in Indiana. But we're here to tell you not to! Here's why.

Ultrasound plaster could help wounds heal faster

A plaster-sized skin patch that stimulates the skin with ultrasounds can help wounds to heal faster.