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    Benefits of BBB method vs Traditional Pool Maintenance?

    Would someone be able to answer a few quick questions regarding the BBB method? We haven't started the pool build process yet, but are looking to do so in 2014. I 'm sure the pool builder we choose might recommend to us the traditional pool maintenance method (and try to sell us on having them...
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    Tanning shelf in a Vinyl pool - Is it possible?

    I'm interested to see if it is possible to include a fairly good sized tanning shelf as part of a new vinyl pool. The tanning shelf would be 7 x 12 feet in size and between 6 and 8 inches deep. (possibly sloping from 6 inches to 8 inches to allow for dirt to runoff to the main pool area) I've...
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    Pool Build Concept

    Over the last several months, we have been playing around with ideas and designs and have landed on the the following concept for our pool. I created the attached designs using the google Sketch-Up program and was hoping to get some feedback. We have not yet talked with any local pool builders...
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    Poolside Bathroom - a good idea?

    We are drawing up our plans for a new pool build. One thing I would like to add is a small bathroom (attached to a pool storage shed). We always feel bad swimming at other people's pools and then having to track water through their house to get to the bathroom! Also, I imagine that some folks...
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    Do SWG systems attract bees and wasps?

    We have read that SWG systems attract bees and wasps more than a traditional chlorine pool system does. We have bee allergies in our family which is why this will be an important decision for us. I've read that they are attracted to the salty taste of the water. Any advice?
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    Looking to build in Omaha, NE

    Hello! I am brand new to the forum. We are looking to build our 1st ever pool in late 2014! I'm sure I will have a lot of questions as we go through this process. For now, I'm just reading all I can and trying to learn the basics. If anyone has any initial advice on the pool build process...