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Swim all year with a pool heater

2025-07-17T14:20:18+10:00

Pool heating might be the last thing on your mind now but when it comes to extending your swimming season, now is actually the perfect time to consider your options. It’s been a long, hot summer in many parts of Australia, so naturally those of us who own a pool want to maintain perfect water temperatures for as long as possible, no?

Swim all year with a pool heater2025-07-17T14:20:18+10:00

Product of the month: Clearwater DUO

2025-07-17T14:16:26+10:00

The founder of modern medicine, Hippocrates, first coined the word “thalassotherapy” to describe the therapeutic effects of saltwater. Like his fellow Greeks, the famed physician knew all about the health benefits of this mineral-rich water, regularly bathing in man-made pools filled with salty seawater. Today, you’ll find plenty of scientific and anecdotal stories about salt [...]

Product of the month: Clearwater DUO2025-07-17T14:16:26+10:00

Hot weather-proof your swimming pool

2025-07-17T14:20:47+10:00

Did you know that on a sunny day, up to 95 per cent of a pool’s chlorine can be lost into the atmosphere in as little as three and a half hours? That's because hot weather heats up swimming pool water where it then increases evaporation, depletes chlorine levels and messes with pH levels – all of which creates the perfect environment for algae and bacteria to grow.

Hot weather-proof your swimming pool2025-07-17T14:20:47+10:00

6 reasons why you need a Daisy pool cover

2025-07-17T14:10:20+10:00

Regardless of where you live, evaporation is likely to be the biggest source of energy loss in your pool. As a rough guide, every millimetre of evaporation equates to one litre of water per square metre, resulting in a potential loss of thousands of litres of pool water per season. The good news is that [...]

6 reasons why you need a Daisy pool cover2025-07-17T14:10:20+10:00

Products of the month: Starver®X and Starver®M

2025-07-17T14:56:39+10:00

Caused by organic matter like leaves, plants and grass clippings, as well as rain, fertiliser and even swimmers, phosphate is one of the biggest causes of algae blooms in your swimming pool. It's persistent and does not break down naturally, which is why Swimart's products of the month -  Starver®X and Starver®M - are so [...]

Products of the month: Starver®X and Starver®M2025-07-17T14:56:39+10:00

Swimart’s eco-friendly pool and spa products

2025-07-17T14:34:03+10:00

Owning a pool or spa brings countless hours of joy, and thanks to innovative companies like Waterco, that no longer means spending a fortune on running costs or damaging the environment with energy-guzzling products. Whether it's replacing inefficient halogen pool lights with Britestream LEDs, installing a Zane Solar Gulfpanel or switching to a MultiCyclone pre-filter, [...]

Swimart’s eco-friendly pool and spa products2025-07-17T14:34:03+10:00

Outdoor kitchen trends

2025-07-17T14:25:22+10:00

Outdoor kitchens have become one of the hottest design trends in home improvement over the past few years. Inspired by the integration of indoor living and al fresco entertaining, pool owners especially are investing in all-weather systems to spend more time entertaining outdoors with their guests instead of getting stuck in a hot kitchen. In [...]

Outdoor kitchen trends2025-07-17T14:25:22+10:00

SAVE WATER THIS SUMMER

2025-07-10T15:01:15+10:00

Pool owners are increasingly investing in technologies that reduce water consumption, not only in a bid to save money but to also increase the efficiency and lifespan of their investment. Products that promote sustainability make good financial sense and ensure we can enjoy life's luxuries without harming the environment.

SAVE WATER THIS SUMMER2025-07-10T15:01:15+10:00

Toys and leisure products for your pool

2025-07-17T14:39:58+10:00

Gone are the days when pool owners had to amuse themselves with a noodle or kickboard all summer. Thanks to Swimart, you and the kids can be amused for hours with our range of inexpensive pool toys and leisure products that not only give you a great workout but also maximise your summer fun. From [...]

Toys and leisure products for your pool2025-07-17T14:39:58+10:00

Swimart’s summer entertaining tips

2025-07-16T14:20:40+10:00

Regardless of whether you prefer informal barbecues by the pool or sit-down dinners on the patio, chances are you’re already making the most of this warmer weather and entertaining outside. With supermarkets stocked with fresh summer produce and the kids on school holidays, it’s the perfect time to catch up with friends, family and the [...]

Swimart’s summer entertaining tips2025-07-16T14:20:40+10:00
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