WaterShapes
Should pools at short-term rental properties be subject to commercial pool standards and codes? It’s a question that begs serious consideration, says Scott Cohen, given the nature of pools that are residential in scope and scale; but, in some respects, more like commercial watershapes in the way they are used.
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2025 marks a century of making swimming equipment for Hayward Pool Products. In celebration, and recognizing the intricate artistry and technical skill required to build pools that endure and delight, Watershape University (WU) and Hayward Pool Products are offering a special presentation of Essential Pool Construction at The Pool & Spa Show in Atlantic City.
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It’s hard to say goodbye. That’s been especially true this past year as the watershaping world bid final farewells to a remarkable group of industry leaders whose influence will no doubt live on. Their WaterShapes contributions featured here, we honor their lives and contributions with our hearts and sights set on tomorrow.
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Kevin Cobabe knows how to enjoy the good life. Among his favorite indulgences, gravy stands alone. A self-described gravy connoisseur, as well as an accomplished pool designer/builder, he sees a parallel between his favorite culinary pursuits and his work creating places devoted to liquid luxury.
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With the intensification of global climate change, reducing atmospheric and oceanic carbon dioxide levels has become a unifying pursuit that has given rise to innovative approaches. Including one based entirely on dissolved limestone to combat acidification.
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Great ideas aren’t worth much if they can’t be made into reality, says watershape builder, and fountain aficionado, Tony Giordano. That’s why taking a design idea and making it work with creative and commonsense solutions is where he finds the greatest satisfaction. Here’s a look at three seemingly simple projects where he applied surprisingly nuanced problem-solving to ensure the systems function as intended.
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Watershape University is proud to announce this year’s recipients of Grant’s Grants, a program supporting military veterans who are establishing careers in the pool industry. This year’s winners grew from two to four based on generous industry donations – and a wild ride on a mechanical bull.
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General Galactic Systems Inc. has announced the launch of a new inline version of its flagship smart water monitoring product, the Crystal Water Monitor. The system analyzes more than 1,000 readings per week from each monitored pool, providing updates via the app and/or accessible via a computer, with instant access to pH/ORP/temperature readings, detailed water data, chemical usage history and more.
Learn more here.
Futurewood produces CleverDeck, a decking product made from recycled plastic, rice husks, and hardwood sawdust. The CleverDeck Xtreme version also has a pure polymer shell over the recycled core. This allows the company to create high-quality decking that is cost effective over time and easy to maintain. The composite decking materials are formulated for durability. In the harsh Australian climate where the product was developed, having composite decking that is practically waterproof, scratch and fade-resistant, and super durable is a must.
Learn more here.
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