Tiling and grouting in hot weather
12 February, 2018 | Supplied by: LATICRETE Pty LtdTemperatures are rising in Australia and it's only going to get worse this summer. LATICRETE Australia has compiled some helpful hints and tips for tiling and grouting in hot weather to ensure the best installation of your projects over the hotter months.
Narellan Pools Free Standing fibreglass pool and spa range
17 January, 2018 | Supplied by: Narellan Pools GroupNarellan Pools has released the Free Standing range, featuring swimming pool, plunge pool, lap pool and spa designs to suit every style and budget.
A watertight solution
17 January, 2018 | Supplied by: LATICRETE Pty LtdThis new build private residence in Indooroopilly, a Brisbane suburb, consisted of nearly 1200 m2 of construction including a pool, spa and water feature. With the award-winning skills of Sam Gardener Tiling and LATICRETE solutions, the completed project delivered exceptional quality and ease of mind for the home owner.
Pool of knowledge: Janine Bellifemine, Sunrise Pools
03 November, 2017 | Supplied by: Sunrise PoolsBorn into the Sunrise Pools family, it's safe to say that pools are in Janine Bellifemine's blood. Now a director of the company, she's been officially working in the industry for more than 20 years and loves what she does. We spoke to Janine to find out what makes her tick.
LATICRETE MVIS Veneer Mortar
11 October, 2017 | Supplied by: LATICRETE Pty LtdLATICRETE has commenced manufacturing its MVIS Veneer Mortar in Australia. The bag size has been increased from 18 to 20 kg. The packaging for the 20 kg product has been updated and rolled out to the market.
Energy-efficient pools: the other side of the Roundtable
18 September, 2017Following our Industry Roundtable on energy efficiency, we spoke with two more industry experts to get some more perspectives on the situation: Matt Adlam, Managing Director of AstralPool, and Jason Bonello, Zodiac's Category Manager — Equipment. Here's what they had to say.
Letter to the Editor RE energy-efficient pools
18 September, 2017I believe that today clients are always interested in energy efficiency and many are willing and able to pay for the extra upfront costs involved. Education of the pool builder is vital and must come first. In the meantime, suppliers should continue to promote the virtues of their products in all forums.
How would you build the most energy-efficient pool?
18 September, 2017At our most recent Industry Roundtable, we asked three industry experts how they'd go about building the most energy-efficient pool possible. Here's what they had to say.
Do pools have an image problem?
18 September, 2017At our most recent Industry Roundtable, we asked three industry experts whether they think pools have an image problem with regards to energy efficiency. Here's what they had to say.
Quality Dolphin Pools takes out SPASA Australia 2017 Pool of the Year award
04 September, 2017 by Alice Richard | Supplied by: SPASA AustraliaQuality Dolphin Pools has taken out the 2017 Pool of the Year at the SPASA National Awards of Excellence. After winning the WA Pool of the Year for the fifth time in six years, the company went on to take out the top pool building prize at the national awards on 31 August.
Fibreglass pool manufacturer seeks Australia's best pool builder
31 August, 2017 | Supplied by: Narellan Pools GroupThe growth of the pool industry, along with a surge in technology and innovation, has prompted a fibreglass pool manufacturer to seek Australia's best pool builder.
Driclad appoints new national business manager
28 August, 2017 by Alice Richard | Supplied by: Driclad Pools Technology Pty LtdVince Stoneman has been appointed as national business manager for Driclad Pool Technology. Overseeing sales, marketing and production, Stoneman will be responsible for contributing to Driclad's overall strategy.
Letter to the Editor RE: 'The top four reasons people remove pools'
17 August, 2017I can see no good reason for people to remove pools. Taking into account that a new pool is anything from $60,000+ and to have it removed and the area rebuilt would be $20,000+, this would mean a total loss of $60,000 loss of value on the property, plus the $20,000 they would spend to remove the pool, leaving the owner approximately $80,000 out of pocket — for what?
The top four reasons people remove pools
14 August, 2017 by Alice RichardBusiness might be booming for pool builders, but pool removal companies have seen a significant increase in pool owners ripping out their backyard pools in recent years. What's behind peoples' decisions to remove their pools?
Supreme Heating seeks construction coordinator
01 August, 2017 by Alice Richard | Supplied by: Supreme HeatingSupreme Heating is seeking a construction coordinator to join its Victorian team. Reporting to the operations manager, the construction coordinator would be responsible for duties such as scheduling and coordinating new and existing work, as well as liaising with the Service Department.
