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Pool Guides

Our pool experts have put together some guides in order to share some of their most useful pool info. Whether you are starting a new pool, or are a seasoned pool owner, we are sure that these guides will help you get more out of your pool.

   
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Pool Tips

Halo Pure vs Freshwater Pool System

Explore the differences between Halo Pure and freshwater pool systems. Learn which offers better comfort, control, and low-chemical water care.

10 Reasons Why Minerals Benefit Families and Pool Health

Discover the benefits of AstralPool Minerals for young families, from gentle water care to improved pool health. Enjoy safer, softer, and eco-friendly...

Which Heat Pump Is Best for My Pool? A Guide for Australian Pool Owners article main image

Which Heat Pump Is Best for My Pool? A Guide for Australian Pool Owners

Discover the best heat pump for your pool with our comprehensive guide for Australian pool owners.

How Much Does a Pool Cost per Month in Electricity? [2024 Data] - A Guide for Australian Consumers article main image

How Much Does a Pool Cost per Month in Electricity? [2024 Data] - A Guide for Australian Consumers

Insights on how much a pool can cost month to month.

9 Summer Pool Maintenance Tips article main image

9 Summer Pool Maintenance Tips

Pool maintenance tips to keep your pool safe and swim-ready this summer.

Ultimate Guide to Pool Heat Pumps article main image

Ultimate Guide to Pool Heat Pumps

Thinking of heating your pool with a heat pump? Here’s everything you need to know about this popular pool heating system.

How to Create a More Environmentally Friendly Pool article main image

How to Create a More Environmentally Friendly Pool

World Water Day helps raise awareness in water conservation and we give you tips on how you can help make your pool more environmentally friendly

How to Troubleshoot Pool Chlorinators article main image

How to Troubleshoot Pool Chlorinators

We are taking a deep dive into the common faults of pool chlorinators and what you can do to fix them.

How Can I Reduce My Pool Running Costs? article main image

How Can I Reduce My Pool Running Costs?

Is your pool putting a dent in your finances? Follow our expert tips to lower your pool operating costs and keep them down.

Why You Should Upgrade to Glass Filter Media article main image

Why You Should Upgrade to Glass Filter Media

Find out how glass filter media can make your pool water cleaner – and save you time, effort and money in the long run.

How Do I Choose the Right Pool Filter article main image

How Do I Choose the Right Pool Filter

Are you unsure of which pool filter is best for your pool system? Let's break it down for you in this article.

Illuminate Your Pool with Pool LED Lights - Dive In article main image

Illuminate Your Pool with Pool LED Lights - Dive In

Looking for a lighting solution for your backyard pool? Save energy, reduce costs and add visual appeal with LED pool lights.

Ultimate Guide to Maintaining Your Pool Pump article main image

Ultimate Guide to Maintaining Your Pool Pump

We show you eight ways to maintain your pool pump so it keeps your pool clean, clear and swim-ready all year round.

9 Reasons Why You Need an Automated Pool System article main image

9 Reasons Why You Need an Automated Pool System

Discover how an automated pool system can integrate your pool equipment and save you time, effort and money.

10 Ways to Maintain An Eco-Friendly And More Sustainable Pool article main image

10 Ways to Maintain An Eco-Friendly And More Sustainable Pool

Make your pool sustainable by reducing energy, saving water and minimising harsh chemicals.

How Much Can You Actually Save With A Variable Speed Pump? article main image

How Much Can You Actually Save With A Variable Speed Pump?

Here we will take a closer look at how much money a variable speed pump can actually save you and how it is calculated.

What Is A Saltwater Chlorinator and How Does It Work? article main image

What Is A Saltwater Chlorinator and How Does It Work?

If you want convenience and an easier way to maintain your pool, a saltwater chlorinator is the way to go.

How to Lower pH in a Swimming Pool article main image

How to Lower pH in a Swimming Pool

Learn how to diagnose and lower the pH level in your Swimming pool.

8 Ways to Make Your Pool More Eco-Friendly article main image

8 Ways to Make Your Pool More Eco-Friendly

Here we take a look at the things we can do to reduce the impact our pools on the environment

5 Reason Why You Should Upgrade to a Variable Speed Pump article main image

5 Reason Why You Should Upgrade to a Variable Speed Pump

With so much relying on your pump, we recommend installing a quality and reliable pump from a trusted brand and retailer.

Key Considerations To Choose The Right Robotic Pool Cleaner for Your Pool article main image

Key Considerations To Choose The Right Robotic Pool Cleaner for Your Pool

Facing choice fatigue? We have great tips that will help you determine the best robotic pool cleaner.

How do I add chemicals to the pool? article main image

How do I add chemicals to the pool?

Adding pool chemicals to your pool can be quite tricky. Just follow these steps and you’ll be able to get it right, every time!

How to extend the life of your pool equipment article main image

How to extend the life of your pool equipment

The easiest way towards long lasting pool equipment is through REGULAR maintenance.

How to Reduce Your Swimming Pool's Energy Consumption article main image

How to Reduce Your Swimming Pool's Energy Consumption

There are a number of simple ways to make you swimming pool more energy efficient.

Why invest in a variable speed pump? article main image

Why invest in a variable speed pump?

With so much relying on your pump, we recommend installing a quality and reliable pump from a trusted brand and retailer.

What is Climate Care Certification? article main image

What is Climate Care Certification?

You may be hearing Climate Care Certified in the industry right now, but what is it?

Opening your pool for the season article main image

Opening your pool for the season

Learn the basics of opening your pool at the start of the swimming season.

Inside look at Acquatherepé minerals article main image

Inside look at Acquatherepé minerals

Discover the Acquatherepé mineral blends from our popular new range.

Testing Spa Water article main image

Testing Spa Water

Discover the key methods for DIY spa water testing.

UV Sanitiser - Introduction & Benefits article main image

UV Sanitiser - Introduction & Benefits

UV sanitation provides an additional layer of protection against microorganisms and bacteria.

Viron XT - Troubleshooting Guide article main image

Viron XT - Troubleshooting Guide

Learn the fundamentals to caring for your Viron XT variable speed pump.

Fixing Spa Leaks article main image

Fixing Spa Leaks

Learn how to identify and repair leaks in your spa.

Common Spa Issues & Solutions article main image

Common Spa Issues & Solutions

We discuss common spa related issues and how to fix them.

Removing & Preventing Spa Stains article main image

Removing & Preventing Spa Stains

While various types of stains exist, the method for removing them all is similar and often uses the same products.

Treating Foamy Spa Water article main image

Treating Foamy Spa Water

In this guide, we take a look at the main causes of foamy spa water and how to treat it.

S10 Suction Cleaner - Care & Maintenance article main image

S10 Suction Cleaner - Care & Maintenance

Mechanical suction cleaners convert the suction force from your pump into mechanical motion to navigate and clean your pool.

Why is my spa water cloudy? article main image

Why is my spa water cloudy?

The average residential spa holds roughly 1,500 litres of water and will usually sit at a temperature of 36°C to 38°C. This low volume of hot water ca...

Identifying and Removing Pool Stains article main image

Identifying and Removing Pool Stains

Once you determine what type of stain you have, you can decide which type of pool stain remover to use. The best way to figure that out is by the stai...

Introduction to eQ Chlorinators article main image

Introduction to eQ Chlorinators

This guide will introduce you to the eQ Chlorinator range and discuss various features such as Bluetooth capabilities, ChlorinatorGO App, light contro...

ICI Heater - Startup Procedure Guide article main image

ICI Heater - Startup Procedure Guide

We take you through your final installation check, initial startup procedures, how to light your heater and more.

Common Winterising Mistakes article main image

Common Winterising Mistakes

If you've decided you won't be using your pool throughout the cooler months, there's a few vital steps you need to take to ensure the health of your p...

Maintaining A Pool That's Not In Use article main image

Maintaining A Pool That's Not In Use

We discuss how to keep your pool looking swim ready using an hour of weekly upkeep.

Viron XT Pump - Operation Guide article main image

Viron XT Pump - Operation Guide

Learn some of the operational fundamentals such as clock and RPM settings and how to adjust them.

How to Use a Manual Pool Vacuum article main image

How to Use a Manual Pool Vacuum

While automatic cleaners are fantastic tools, they can recycle debris and algae back into the water as it tries to vacuum your pool. If you need to va...

Common Pool Care Mistakes article main image

Common Pool Care Mistakes

Educating yourself on the most common pool maintenance mistakes helps you keep your pool safer, cleaner, and running efficiently with less mess and fr...

Closing a Pool for Winter article main image

Closing a Pool for Winter

To avoid costly and time consuming repair work when re-opening the pool, here's a few tips to help you out.

Importance of Circulation article main image

Importance of Circulation

Circulation is essential to ongoing pool maintenance and one of the key aspects of a healthy swimming pool and spa.

Pool Professional FAQs article main image

Pool Professional FAQs

Pool Professional FAQs article main image

Pool Professional FAQs

We discuss the questions pool technicians get asked the most.

Pool Chemicals Overview article main image

Pool Chemicals Overview

Get to know the most frequently used pool chemicals and their functions.

Understanding Pool Anatomy article main image

Understanding Pool Anatomy

Get to know the pieces of equipment that power your pool.

Consider a service visit article main image

Consider a service visit

We recommend hiring a pool professional to ensure your pool is properly sanitised for the start of the season.

Economical Pool Maintenance article main image

Economical Pool Maintenance

Whether you're saving or looking to cut back on costs, this guide will help you maintain your pool on a budget.

Why is my pool green? article main image

Why is my pool green?

You may know how to treat a green pool, but do you know why it's green?

Safely Storing Pool Chemicals article main image

Safely Storing Pool Chemicals

If stocking up on chemicals, it's important to know how to store them safely.

Are pools safe during COVID-19? article main image

Are pools safe during COVID-19?

How to use your pool safely during COVID-19.

How do UV Sanitisers work? article main image

How do UV Sanitisers work?

Discover how UV-C destroys microorganism and pathogens in pools.

Sizing a Pool Heater article main image

Sizing a Pool Heater

This guide will help you choose the right size heater for your pool.

Restoring your pool after floods and storms article main image

Restoring your pool after floods and storms

Weather conditions are the primary cause of chemical imbalances and fluctuations in your pool's health. Storms and floods are notorious for the damage...

Restoring Pool Health After Intense Bushfires article main image

Restoring Pool Health After Intense Bushfires

A bushfire, especially in windy conditions, can cause embers, ash, burnt leaves and smoke particles to travel kilometres through the air, which often...

Replacing Lights article main image

Replacing Lights

Most swimming pools are equipped with at least one underwater light. And, like any light, the bulb can burn out and need replacing.

Repairing Structural Damage article main image

Repairing Structural Damage

Structural damage typically occurs in areas of increased stress on the pool shell, including skimmers, corners and depth transitions.

How to Repair Pool Pumps & Pool Filters article main image

How to Repair Pool Pumps & Pool Filters

Equipment refers to your heavy-duty gear that enables the pool to function, such as a pump and filter.

Weekly Maintenance article main image

Weekly Maintenance

Thorough pool care will ensure clean and safe water throughout the swimming season.

Installing Equipment article main image

Installing Equipment

In technical terms, pool equipment refers to your heavy-duty items – primarily your pump and filtration system.

Installing a Pool Fence article main image

Installing a Pool Fence

Pool fences are mandatory in most areas of Australia, and failing to comply with the regulations is not only a potential safety hazard, but enforceabl...

Finding & Fixing Leaks article main image

Finding & Fixing Leaks

Pool leaks can occur anywhere in or outside your pool.

Pool Energy Efficiency Audit article main image

Pool Energy Efficiency Audit

To correctly assess a pool or spa for efficiency, you need to evaluate the entire system to understand the true balance between saving energy versus f...

Draining & Cleaning a Spa article main image

Draining & Cleaning a Spa

Although draining a spa is the most effective way to clean it, the draining process usually deters most spa owners from doing so.

Draining Pool & Cleaning Surfaces article main image

Draining Pool & Cleaning Surfaces

Before you drain your pool you should consider the following precautions to help you avoid fines and environmental damage.

Pool Automation article main image

Pool Automation

Contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to be tech savvy to automate your pool or use pool automation products.

Water Maintenance article main image

Water Maintenance

Healthy pool water eliminates potentially harmful bacteria and protects your swimming pool and equipment against corrosion and scale build-up.

The Ultimate Guide to Efficient Pool Cleaning article main image

The Ultimate Guide to Efficient Pool Cleaning

The wide variety of cleaning equipment available today means you can have a sparkling clean pool with minimal effort.

Pool Heating Options: Which One Fits Your Needs? article main image

Pool Heating Options: Which One Fits Your Needs?

When you've invested in a swimming pool, you should be able to enjoy it beyond summer, or even all year long.

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Getting Started

All About The AstralPool Halo Pure System

Discover the AstralPool Halo Pure System: an advanced water treatment solution for sparkling clean and healthy pools.

Which Pool Heat Pump Should You Buy?

Can’t decide which pool heat pump to buy? We show you what to look for, why it’s important and how to make the right choice for your pool.

Is Building A Pool Tax Deductible? article main image

Is Building A Pool Tax Deductible?

Not sure if you can claim pool expenses on your tax return? Find out if your pool is tax deductible and what expenses you can claim at tax time.

What You Need to Know About Building a Pool article main image

What You Need to Know About Building a Pool

What happens during a pool construction? This comprehensive guide answers all your questions about planning, building and setting up a backyard pool.

8 Reasons Why You Should Build a Pool in Winter article main image

8 Reasons Why You Should Build a Pool in Winter

Want to build a pool? Get started in the cooler months to reduce costs, save time and keep disruptions to a minimum.

How to Size a Pool Heat Pump article main image

How to Size a Pool Heat Pump

Not sure which pool heat pump to buy? Follow our simple guide to find the right size for your backyard pool.

10 Common Pool Issues and How to Fix Them article main image

10 Common Pool Issues and How to Fix Them

Are clogged filters or green pool water getting you down? Here’s a list of common pool problems and how to conquer them like a pro.

Why You Should Automate Your Pool article main image

Why You Should Automate Your Pool

If you're considering bringing automation to your pool system, read THIS guide.

Why you should automate your pool article main image

Why you should automate your pool

If you're considering bringing automation to your pool system, read THIS guide.

6 Ways to Cozy up your Pool Area with Fire Features article main image

6 Ways to Cozy up your Pool Area with Fire Features

By incorporating outdoor fire features into your design, you can transform your backyard into a multi-season space.

Your Guide to Pool Water Features article main image

Your Guide to Pool Water Features

Let's take a look at the types of pool features to help you decide what would work best for your backyard.

How a Swimming Pool Works article main image

How a Swimming Pool Works

Check out this diagram and see how the components of your pool work together.

Top 7 things to consider when buying the best pool pump article main image

Top 7 things to consider when buying the best pool pump

Shopping around for a pool pump? Look at this guide to help you find the best pump for your pool!

What Size Pump Do I Need For My Pool? article main image

What Size Pump Do I Need For My Pool?

Check out this simple guide to figure out what pool pump size you need

10 Things You Need to Know Before Building A Pool article main image

10 Things You Need to Know Before Building A Pool

Find out the right questions to ask before making your investment in building a pool

Are plunge pools right for you? article main image

Are plunge pools right for you?

All the information you need to know before deciding whether a plunge pool could be the right swimming pool for you

Finding a builder article main image

Finding a builder

You need to make sure you pick the right builder for your specific requirements.

Different Types of Pools article main image

Different Types of Pools

Swimming pools can be ‘above ground’ or ‘in ground’, and constructed from several different materials.

How to Find the Perfect Pool Spot article main image

How to Find the Perfect Pool Spot

When determining where you want to build your new pool, there are some things to take into account.

What to Consider When Building a Pool article main image

What to Consider When Building a Pool

Building a swimming pool is one of the biggest financial decisions you will ever make.

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Product Information

Introducing Mineral Guard™: Cleaner Pools, Less Chlorine

Learn how AstralPool Mineral Guard™ uses natural minerals to maintain clean and safe pool water.

How to Make Pool Automation Easy with Halo Connect

Find out how you can control filtration, sanitation, lighting and other pool functions with our all-in-one Halo Connect pool automation system.

Viron QT1000: Is it the Right Choice for You? article main image

Viron QT1000: Is it the Right Choice for You?

From Remote control capabilites, smart sensors and bluetooth capability, the QT1000 is a powerful cleaner for your pool. Let's see if this is the righ...

Introducing Acquatherepe - A Unique Mineral Blend article main image

Introducing Acquatherepe - A Unique Mineral Blend

An Australian made genuine mineral blend that can be added to any swimming pool and spa to replace traditional pool salt.

Maintaining Your Pool Water Quality With Blue Connect  [Product Discontinued] article main image

Maintaining Your Pool Water Quality With Blue Connect [Product Discontinued]

Let's look into how Blue Connect can help your pool water quality maintenance

A Guide to Electric Inverter Heat Pumps article main image

A Guide to Electric Inverter Heat Pumps

The difference a heat pump can make to your pool is huge, but with Inverter Heat Pumps your savings can be even bigger

6 Ways Robotic Pool Cleaners Save You Time and Money article main image

6 Ways Robotic Pool Cleaners Save You Time and Money

Learn how you can save both money and water with a robotic pool cleaner.

Acquatherepé FAQs article main image

Acquatherepé FAQs

The new Acquatherepé blend by AstralPool has been designed to provide the best blend of minerals at specific ratios for a pool environment. To learn m...

An Introduction to Blue Connect [Product Discontinued] article main image

An Introduction to Blue Connect [Product Discontinued]

Blue Connect is a smart pool analyser with an in-built water quality sensor and smart algorithms which mix water data, weather data and user data.

Which Pool Filter is Right For You? article main image

Which Pool Filter is Right For You?

Introduction to filtration systems and filtration media.

Converting to an Acquatherepé Mineral Pool article main image

Converting to an Acquatherepé Mineral Pool

Transform your pool into a luxurious mineral bath.

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Pool Chemistry

Introducing Our New AstralPool Chemicals Range

We are launching a whole new range of AstralPool chemicals to help the pool trade professional grow their pool chemicals business whilst delivering th...

How To Remove Pool Stains?

Getting rid of pool stains is simple when you know what you are dealing with.

Importance of Water Balance article main image

Importance of Water Balance

Balance and harmony is the key to healthy living, and the same goes for your pool water. If everything is balanced, you will avoid many potential issu...

Different Ways to Sanitise Pools article main image

Different Ways to Sanitise Pools

There's various ways you can disinfect your pool water from tablets to liquid solutions.

All In One Clean article main image

All In One Clean

Whether you’re arriving back after months on holiday, or if you’ve had the cover on all winter, there’s a good chance your pool will need a thorough c...

5 Simple Steps to Fix a Green Pool article main image

5 Simple Steps to Fix a Green Pool

We teach you how to turn your pond into a pool.

Converting to Acquatherepe article main image

Converting to Acquatherepe

Transform your pool into a luxurious mineral bath. Specially blended minerals are designed to soften your pool and spa water, for a silky swimming or...

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