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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.

Getting Started
Pool Tips
Product Information
Pool Chemistry

Getting Started

What to Consider When Building a Pool

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

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.

Different Types of Pools

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

Finding a builder

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

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

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

What Size Pump Do I Need For My Pool?

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

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!

How a Swimming Pool Works

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

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.

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.

Why You Should Automate Your Pool

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

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.

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.

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Pool Tips

Pool Heating

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

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.

Repairing Equipment

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.

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.

Pools & COVID-19

Are pools safe?

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 Way 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.

Why You Should Use LED Pool Lights

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

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Product Information

Converting to an Acquatherepé Mineral Pool

Transform your pool into a luxurious mineral bath.

Cartridge or Media Filter?

Introduction to filtration systems and filtration media.

An Introduction to Blue Connect

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.

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...

6 Ways Robotic Pool Cleaners Save You Time and Money

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

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

Maintaining Your Pool Water Quality With Blue Connect

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

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.

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...

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Pool Chemistry

Fixing a Green Pool

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

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...

Different Ways to Sanitise Pools

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

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...

How To Remove Pool Stains?

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

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...

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