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    Stains on Marble Patio

    Has anyone had any success removing organic leaf stains from a cream colored leathered marble paver? I tried dawn dish detergent and sprinkled a little baking soda but the stains remain.
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    Cost to Operate Natural Gas Heater

    I am attempting to make a rough calculation of what it cost to operate my RayPak 400K BTU pool / spa gas heater approx 3hrs/day to maintain my current temperature of 88 degrees Fahrenheit with an auto-cover. I would appreciate all comments if my calculation is close or if I missed anything...
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    Diamond Brite Pool Finish

    Has anyone had any experience with the diamond brite pool finish product, its durability and could recommend a few specific colors that will look "carribean blue", not a green or dark water color? I was considering classic, cool blue, blue, marlin blue or super blue. Thanks in advance!
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    Does a SWG Cause Premature Corrosion of Natural Stone & Metal Surfaces?

    Has anyone that has used a salt water generator experienced any premature corrosion of natural stone surfaces (travertine, marble) or metal surfaces (auto cover metal rails, heater elements, pump seals, etc)? I am having a pool built and after speaking to several pool service companies, I am on...
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    Should I go with a saltwater pool??

    I am having a new gunite pool built and am considering salt but am very concerned with corrosion of metal components (heater, anodized automatic cover rails) and natural stone (leathered marble) patio. It seems the annualized cost is approx the same but after speaking to several pool service...