Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Nothing says summer like jumping into a pool. And if that pool is in your backyard? Even better. While in-ground pools can be some ...

A swimming pool without a deck is like a cup without a saucer — they go together naturally. You installed your pool as a place for backyard family fun, but just as ...

We often say that life has seasons. Our pools do, too. We may have a season where we love our pools as a great place to exercise, entertain kids and hang out with guests. However, there may come a ...

There is nothing wrong with keeping your pool landscaping simple. But if you want a true oasis, turn to pool landscaping ideas that will help take your backyard to the next level. For truly gorgeous ...

Q. We’ve had a pool for about six months, and it is time to clean our deck with more than just water. The dirt and grease from food and sunscreen are starting to make our deck look much older than it ...

Relaxing by the pool is most enjoyable when the poolside landscape is on point. The best plants to put around a pool are those with low maintenance needs, that doesn’t make a mess and can withstand ...

West River, Maryland. This four-bedroom house on 116 acres lies one hour east of Washington, D.C. Built in 1989, the home boasts six fireplaces, a gourmet kitchen, and a sunroom that opens onto the ...

Now that the weather is cooling off, it’s likely that you’re using your pool less. With the arrival of autumn, it’s time to turn your attention to the deck around your pool. For those of you thinking ...

Covington-based Pool Corp. has completed its acquisition of Porpoise Pool & Patio, Inc. of Florida. Porpoise is the parent company of Pinch A Penny, Inc., the nation’s largest franchised provider of ...