What is a plunge pool and is it the right pool for you?
Australian plunge pools are now more popular than ever, with many homeowners seeing them as the ideal small swimming pool solution for their backyards.…
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Ask the Experts: pool advice from Newcastle pool builders
Everything we know about designing, building and owning a Compass fibreglass pool — from choosing your first colour to heating options, DA approvals, and pool maintenance. Written by our team, updated as we learn more.
Light up your pool with pool lighting
Lights in the pool give you a rather fascinating new dimension once the sun sets in the evenings. Thanks to the improvisation in technology,…
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Swimming pool water features: water walls, bubblers and more
When water is in motion, it engages our senses. It is very relaxing to listen to it as it falls, beautiful to look at…
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Top Factors that Determine the Cost of Your Swimming Pool
The final cost of the swimming pool will depend on the features you want to add to it. However, there are some factors that…
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Keep Your Pool Clean and Healthy with the Right Circulation System
While there are several ways to keep your swimming pool clean, clear, pure and fresh, circulation is the most important of them all. In…
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Have you thought about an infinity pool in your backyard?
Then and now, an infinity pool is characterised by its uncanny ability to deceive the eye by seeming to “flow” into the surrounding landscape.…
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What are the alternatives to swim spas?
Many Australian homes now boast a swim spa in their backyard and people are attracted by their affordability (swim spa cost is usually far…
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How to plan your pool landscaping to boost property value
Installing a pool in your backyard and the surrounding swimming pool landscaping will undoubtedly boost the value of your property. Checking with your local…
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How long does it take to build a pool?
One common question we get asked is "how long will it take to build my new pool?" The answer to that question depends on…
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Concrete or fibreglass pool?
You’ve decided to take the plunge and go ahead with your dream of installing an in-ground pool for the enjoyment of all your family.…
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How much does a pool cost?
When deciding whether to purchase a pool, naturally cost is the first thing most customers need to consider. The answer to how much your…
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