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Pool Tanning Ledges: What They Are and Why They’re So Popular

sunshelf pool with a tanning ledge

Quick answer: A pool with a tanning ledge, also called a Baja shelf, is a shallow, submerged platform built into a pool where the water sits just a few inches deep. Homeowners love the feature because it offers a spot to lounge, sunbathe, and cool off without swimming in deeper water. If you’ve scrolled through […]

Pool Stones 101: The Different Types of Natural Stone for Your Pool

View of a backyard pool with gorgeous pool stones forming the deck

Quick answer: Pool stones come in several natural varieties, including granite, marble, travertine, flagstone, coral stone, and bluestone. Each offers different benefits, so the best natural stone pool material depends on your climate, budget, and how you plan to use the space around your pool. When we picture the ideal backyard oasis, we think of […]

How to Achieve an At-Home Hydrotherapy Pool

woman floating doing hydrotherapy

Hydrotherapy has been used for centuries as a wellness practice that uses warm water, buoyancy, and gentle movement to support the body and calm the mind. Creating a backyard hydrotherapy pool allows you to enjoy those same benefits whenever you like, with a dedicated space for relaxation, low-impact movement, and everyday wellness, right outside your […]

Why Aquatic Therapy Is Trending for Pool Owners

Aquatic therapy in an outdoor pool

Pool owners are discovering that their backyards can do much more than just offer a place to cool off. Aquatic therapy—the use of water-based movement and immersion for physical health—is becoming a go-to wellness tool for people of all ages and fitness levels. More and more people are using their backyard pools for wellness, recovery, […]