Search results

  1. A

    Gunite Question

    This is my first time building a pool so I'm unfamiliar with gunite process. I don't know what it's suppose to look like within the first 24 hours, but this isn't what I envisioned so I thought I'd just get confirmation from all the veteran pool owners. I live in Texas and it is like 100+ every...
  2. A

    Pool Decking Question

    Our home is White Stucco (Snowbound SW) and I'm having a really hard time decided what travertine to do for the decking because they all have so much beige and tan in them. We were originally going to to do limestone Shellstone but it is almost blinding in the sun and worried about stains with...
  3. A

    Pool Design Feedback

    We are finalizing mock up and getting ready to sign contract. We would really appreciate any feedback on design/layout/etc. that you all can provide or suggestions of things that you loved that we maybe missed. Sports Pool - 3.5 to 5.5 to 3.5 Decking / Coping - Shellstone Limestone - (1500...
  4. A

    Hidden or Forgotten Costs

    What are some of the hidden or unconsidered costs of installing and owning a pool? Monthly costs? Immediate & Necessary Purchases after install is complete? Landscaping/plants/etc. Supplies Little things that add up I'm in Houston, Texas, and I have never owned a pool so I'm ignorant to all...
  5. A

    New Build Automation

    I am in the process of finalizing contract with my builder and I don't see any mention of Intellicenter or EasyTouch.. it just says, "Screen Logic interface and wireless connection system" What question should I ask to make sure I'm getting what I need?