Cottage owners in the small lakeside community of Lac Saint-Joseph, Que., enjoyed the swimming pool at a luxury hotel they visited in Gatineau so much that they sought the builder to create a unique aquatic retreat of their own.
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Canada has thousands of indoor swimming pools. Unfortunately, many of them are more problematic than facility operators would like to admit. Too often, the pool’s dehumidifier is blamed and the real cause of a natatorium problem is never discovered nor addressed. Chlorine odours, mould, condensation, or poor indoor air...
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By Jason Cramp Surrounding a completely renovated prestige home on a ravine lot in an upscale Toronto neighbourhood, no luxury was spared on this elegant project, designed and built entirely by Betz Pools. The homeowners, looking to follow-up the extensive work completed on their home with a...
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Commercial spas have increased in popularity over the years, primarily due to three significant changes. First, because they fit into certain applications where concrete or tiled spas do not meet the customer’s criteria or location requirements; second, residential spas are not deemed acceptable, primarily due to the different design...
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All indicators show optimism for growth in new pool construction this year. Home sales are up; foreclosures are down, and in some markets, home supply is at an all-time low, so the demand is there. Homeowners are ready to invest in additions to their homes, including renovation and new...
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The addition of a concrete swimming pool and rustic patio area in the backyard of this large, colonial-style residence in Vaughan, Ont., not only co-ordinated well with the home’s architectural design, but also created space for the family to relax and entertain with friends.
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As the attraction with outdoor living continues to evolve, one design element that has seen increased popularity is the backyard water feature. Not only do water features add a natural ambiance to any backyard setting, they can be easily added to most landscape designs. Many water features are part...
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Although the restrictive space, irregular property lines, and 1,106-mm (40-in.) slope rise of this 8.5- x 26.8-m (28- x 88-ft) backyard presented some challenges, Artistic Shadows Landscaping/Pools of Arva, Ont., transformed this London, Ont., landscape into a complete outdoor oasis.
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Light is experienced in many forms—from the natural light of the sun and stars to manmade electric lights that are used every day. While the theory of light itself can be a rather complicated subject, this article will discuss some of the emerging lighting technologies related to the pool,...
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As public swimming pools, spas, and waterparks continue their explosive worldwide growth in popularity, the need likewise grows to maintain these facilities as safe and healthy recreational environments in every conceivable climate and setting. This remains a fundamental priority for everyone involved with the industry, from public health officials...
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