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The standard recommendation for backyard or residential pool depth ranges from 5 feet for a pool without a diving board to a minimum of 8 feet if you’ll have a deeper end for diving. Going beyond what’s considered standard or average, there are some additional factors to consider as you determine how deep your backyard …

Having limited space in your yard doesn’t mean you can’t have a pool that’s perfect for entertaining and relaxing. What’s referred to as a cocktail pool is cozier than a typical standard-sized pool, but you can still get an assortment of bells and whistles in a smaller package. We dive into this topic below by …

A newly built pool can be a welcome focal point for family fun, relaxation, exercise, and entertaining. But before you get to the part where you’ll be enjoying your new pool, there’s some planning and preparation that need to take place first. As you get ready to design a pool layout, the team from San …

With the right touches or updates, a new or existing swimming pool can be something you use and appreciate for many years. Regardless of how much space you have to work with or what’s currently going on with a pool you already have in place, there are some creative and fun ways to make a …

Swimming is more than just a fun thing to do in the open water or in a cozy backyard pool. It’s also an activity associated with many essential life skills that can be applied to other aspects of daily life for anyone at any age. Below, we go over some of the top life skills …