Pool Guides

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.

Water Maintenance

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

Pool Automation

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

Draining Pool & Cleaning Surfaces

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

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.

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...

Finding & Fixing Leaks

Pool leaks can occur anywhere in or outside your pool.

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...

Installing Equipment

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

Weekly Maintenance

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

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.

Repairing Structural Damage

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

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.

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...

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...

Sizing a Pool Heater

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

How do UV Sanitisers work?

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

Are pools safe during COVID-19?

How to use your pool safely during COVID-19.

Safely Storing Pool Chemicals

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

Why is my pool green?

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

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.

Consider a service visit

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

Understanding Pool Anatomy

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

Pool Chemicals Overview

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

Pool Professional FAQs

We discuss the questions pool technicians get asked the most.

Pool Professional FAQs

Importance of Circulation

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

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.

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...

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...

Viron XT Pump - Operation Guide

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

Maintaining A Pool That's Not In Use

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

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...

ICI Heater - Startup Procedure Guide

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

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...

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...

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...

S10 Suction Cleaner - Care & Maintenance

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

Treating Foamy Spa Water

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

Removing & Preventing Spa Stains

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

Common Spa Issues & Solutions

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

Fixing Spa Leaks

Learn how to identify and repair leaks in your spa.

Viron XT - Troubleshooting Guide

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

UV Sanitiser - Introduction & Benefits

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

Testing Spa Water

Discover the key methods for DIY spa water testing.

Inside look at Acquatherepé minerals

Discover the Acquatherepé mineral blends from our popular new range.

Opening your pool for the season

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

What is Climate Care Certification?

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

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.

How to Reduce Your Swimming Pool's Energy Consumption

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

How to extend the life of your pool equipment

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

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!

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.

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.

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

How to Lower pH in a Swimming Pool

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

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 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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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 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

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.

9 Summer Pool Maintenance Tips

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

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.

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.

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...

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.

How to Choose the Right Variable Speed Pump for Your Pool

Discover how variable speed pumps work, their benefits, and how to choose the best one for your pool type. Reduce noise, and save money and energy on...