Pools & Spas

Vinyl Liners: What You Need to Know

If you are looking into having a new liner installed in your existing Colley’s pool, this blog is for you! While we do want to make customers aware of the nuances between liner options, we stress that it is 100% the choice of the customer which liner they choose- it is your backyard oasis!

With that in mind here are some things to consider when choosing from one of our high-quality, American-made Craftworks liners.

  • The Liner Thickness

One of the considerations we notice customers take into account most when choosing their liner, is the thickness of the liner. Our manufacturer, Craftworks, offers 3 options regarding liner thickness. The options differ based upon the liner pattern but can be broken down as follows:

20/20: This means both the walls and the floor of your liner will be 20 millimeters in thickness. This is the thinnest option offered.

27/20: This means the walls of your liner will be 27 millimeters, while the bottom floor of your liner will be 20 millimeters.

27/27: This means both the walls and floor of your liner will be 27 millimeters. This is the thickest option offered.

  • Sunlight in Your Backyard

Some backyards are subject to rather constant sunlight throughout the pool season if you do not have trees or other structures that may mitigate the amount of sunlight that reaches your pool. Repetitive, direct sunlight can cause fading to your liner’s color as time goes on. In response to this, our manufacturer, Craftworks, offers the “Infinity” style liner.

The, “Infinity” liners offer 20% more UV resistance. Additionally, the, “Infinity” liners are produced with 50% more of top coating.

  • Pricing

Not all liners that Craftworks manufactures are the same price. There are some styles that they produce that do include an upcharge. Your local Colley’s specialist can walk you through which liners will have an upcharge and what the upcharge may be.

Choosing your liner can be one of the more exciting aspects of your vinyl pool project. Armed with this additional information in mind- you can choose the liner that best suits you!

NOTE: The longevity and condition of the liner varies depending upon many factors such as, how well the customer maintains their pool (balancing chemicals, cleaning regularly, etc), the amount of usage the pool gets as well as the ground water in the yard (ground water can cause the liner to wrinkle or float), etc.

Fourth of July Pool Party Ideas!

 

There’s nothing better than utilizing your Colley’s backyard oasis for the Fourth of July! Here are some ideas to take your Independence Day celebration to the next level!

Pick a Decorative Theme: How you decorate is important, as it sets the stage for your party! Create a festive backdrop for your party by decorating with red, white and blue! TIP: If you have colored lights in your pool, set them to patriotic colors that will tie the whole space together!

Play Pool Games: Our retail store locations offer a plethora of games (volleyball, basketball), toys and floats that you can incorporate into the fun. Be creative and get the kids involved!

The Food: We all know one of the best parts about the Fourth of July is the cookout! Take yours to the next level with a Green Mountain Grill! Colley’s Pools & Spas is one of few authorized dealers in the area. Click here for recipes that are sure to ‘wow’ your guests!

The Accessories: Colley’s doesn’t just do pools! Add to your outdoor space with a hot tub, outdoor furniture or a custom-built fire pit. These additions will only add to the fun!

While Colley’s wont be at your Fourth of July celebration, that doesn’t stop us from having a hand in making it a memorable party for all involved!

Change Your Sand!

If you have a sand filter, it is important you change your sand. Colley’s Pools & Spas offers a convenient sand change service that will get your sand filter back doing its job more efficiently. An efficient filter will help to trap dead bugs, bacteria, algae and more- keeping your pool clean!

Over time as water rushes through the filter, the jagged edges of the sand, which help to trap debris ,will wear down and become smooth. This process is called weathering. When this happens the sand can no longer trap debris particles and dirt can pass through the sand and back into the pool.

If your pool water is chemically balanced, the sand filter is properly sized and running the proper length of time, but the water will not clear up even if you use a clarifier, you may need to change the sand.

Most manufacturers’ recommend that the sand be changed every 3-5 years, but your time frame could be a bit longer or shorter depending on water clarity and the size of your sand filter. 3-5 years is a good guideline, but focus on the performance of the filter, or the water clarity rather than changing the sand on a set schedule.

So, call your local Colley’s location to schedule your sand change today!

Hamburg Location (716) 649-7640

Clarence Location (716) 202-1650

Fredonia Location (716) 672-2211

Erie, PA Location (814) 835-0540