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The Misguided Push to Eliminate Natural Gas from California’s Backyards

Legislative moves to prohibit natural gas from backyards in California is badly misguided, argues Scott Cohen. While reducing carbon emissions is a valid objective, he says, trying to do so by eliminating natural gas-driven amenities does little to help the environment while stabbing at the heart of the state’s renown outdoor lifestyle. ...

Theme Ships Ahoy

Given that ships and shipwrecks are inherently tied to water, it only makes sense that interactive, ship-themed splashpad water features are a natural fit, for ocean enthusiasts and landlopers alike. Here’s a look inside the popular interactive-fountain genre. ...

WU Launches New Student Experience Portal

Watershapes University is proud to announce a new user portal platform now available for all existing and future WU students. This new user experience consolidates multiple functions and databases into one, easy-to-use portal with a single sign-on that facilitates enrolling in live and online courses, and receiving certifications for course completions. It’s a useful tool that will help WU students access the education they need to reach their full potential. ...

Waterparks From the Start

In 2022, waterpark operations legend, Billy Hamilton, was inducted into the World Waterpark Association Hall of Fame, honored for his pioneering work maintaining water quality on a mass scale. Here he shares his story with an eye toward the innovative spirit and experimentation that put him on the forefront of the industry’s most complex and challenging commercial facilities. ...

Water Tech Introduces Precision V10 Cordless, Hoseless Cleaner

Water Tech Corp has announced its Water Tech Precision V10—an enhanced version of Water Tech’s popular Precision 2.0 Pool Cleaner. According to the manufacturer, the cleaner provides a convenient, high-power cordless and hose–free cleaning that pool professionals can rely on, with enhanced features to improve the speed and quality of pool cleaning. The Precision V10 now offers a Shallow Water Adapter attachment, enabling it to better clean shallow areas like steps and sun shelves. Learn more here.

CCEI offers 24V Light Safety Transformer

CCEI-Pool USA is pleased to offer a 24V-DC Transformer that is designed to safely power pool and spa lights. The transformer allows the direct connection to underwater pool and spa lights and has two compartments keeping the primary and secondary light connections independent to ensure a safe installation. The transformer is equipped with an ON/OFF switch and offers a re-settable circuit breaker to protect the transformer and lights in case of overload. Equipped with quick connectors for easy electrical installation. Learn more here.

Concrete Sealer from V-Seal

V-Seal offers V-Seal 101 Concrete Sealer, a multi-surface penetrating sealer designed for use on all porous masonry substrates and new concrete. According to the manufacturer the product Increases surface strength, repels moisture, salts and oils, and can be used on existing concrete or new construction as a driveway, pool deck or sidewalk sealant. Learn more here.

Inside Turkish Baths

As the wellness trend surges the world over, the traditional practice and design of Turkish baths are gaining renewed interest, both for the health benefits they afford, as well as their aesthetic beauty. Here’s a peak inside these exotic havens of rest and rejuvenation. ...

Gentle Solutions (Rejecting the Use of Muriatic Acid on Fresh Plaster)

Using acid on newly installed cementitious surfaces is a bad idea, says plaster expert and teacher, Jon Temple. Here he explains his approach to using milder solutions removing mineral residue on exposed aggregate surfaces as a way to avoid common problems and defects. ...

Nature Made by Design

According to pond specialist, Larry Carnes, in order to mimic nature when designing and building ponds, waterfalls and streams, the process involves a comprehensive understanding of geological principles, the plant kingdom, water treatment, and how to avoid telltale mistakes. ...