PONDCRAFT
The Artistry of ‘Painting’ with Stone
Stone comes in many varieties of color, texture and durability. ‘For the pond-building artist,’ writes Ed Beaulieu of Aquascape, ‘stone is the paint.’ Here, Beaulieu offers practical tips on how to use stone more effectively. He also provides a region-by-region breakdown of what’s available across the United States. [more]
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FEATURE ARTICLE
Ozone: Expanding Its Range
In the second installment of this two-part, in-depth article, Beth Hamil of Del Ozone looks at the many new aquatic uses the ozone industry is exploring for its products. ‘As ozone technology has become familiar in various fields,’ she reports, ‘we keep finding ourselves being drawn to applications we never anticipated.’ [more]
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SEXY AIR FRANCE COMMERCIAL
SPOTLIGHTS SWIMMING POOL
AS SYMBOL OF THE GOOD LIFE [more] |
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PERSPECTIVES
Remembering Mark Urban
In December, Mark Urban — a well-known presence in the watershaping industry for decades — passed away from bone cancer at the age of 70. Here, WaterShapes editor Eric Herman, who knew Urban for more than 20 years, fondly recalls him as an irrepressible, eccentric character who was innovative, independent, curious, opinionated and generous. [more]
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JOIN THE DIALOGUE
Share Your Memories of Mark
Many people in the watershaping industry knew Mark Urban – and if you were one of them, we invite you to share your personal recollections of this unique individual. Both general observations and specific anecdotes are welcome. To share your memories, click the article just above and comment as you wish.
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BOOK NOTES
Art Appreciation, Day by Day
Mike Farley reviews The Daily Book of Art: 365 Readings That Teach, Inspire and Entertain by Colin Gilbert, Dylan Gilbert, Elizabeth T Gilbert, and Gabriel Guzman. ‘What I love about this book,’ Farley observes, ‘is how it takes a subject as huge as “art” and breaks it down into easily consumable pieces.’ [more]
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EBAC INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS
(Newport News, VA) offers the Model WM80 dehumidifier for use with indoor pools and spas in residential or commercial applications. Equipped with a high-efficiency rotary compressor for low amp draw and high capacity, the 360-cfm airflow unit can be wall-mounted or freestanding and also features an inlet air filter, a cross-flow fan and an internal humidistat. [more]
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HYDRO DRAMATICS
(St. Louis, MO) offers assistance in the mechanical and electrical design and post-installation service of fountains. Working with architects, designers, engineers, contractors and others who need technical support for fountains small or large and from simple to one-of-a-kind complex, its projects range from public parks and gardens to corporate sites and high-end residences. [more]
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PENTAIR WATER COMMERCIAL POOL & AQUATICS
(Sanford, NC) offers the Acu Drive XS, a variable-frequency-drive pump designed for increased performance and savings of energy, cost and space in commercial applications. Featuring automatic energy optimization, the unit protects itself against system overloads, motor overheating, voltage disturbances and power surges. [more]
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LIGHTSTREAMS GLASS TILE
(Santa Clara, CA) offers the Renaissance Collection of glass tile. Designed for use at the waterline or on the interiors of pools, spas and fountains, the tiles can be used in hot or freezing climates; are thick and substantial; feature permanent, transparent color within the glass; and have edges and corners that are finished, shiny and smooth to the touch. [more]
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