Mineral or ionization systems — most commonly based on copper and, in some designs, silver — are often marketed as low-chemical or “natural” alternati...

Opening a freshly plastered pool is one of those jobs where science and craft intersect. Unlike a typical seasonal “re-open,” a new plaster start-up i...

Spring opening season marks a critical transition for pools. After months under a cover and without circulation, water chemistry is frequently unbalan...

When pool professionals talk about stain control, they usually mean one thing: avoiding the call nobody wants. A brand-new plaster job that mottles in...