David Barnes

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Stories By David Barnes

  • How To Waterproof Swimming Pool Lights

    How to Waterproof Swimming Pool Lights. An underwater swimming pool light is a sealed unit designed to keep water from making contact with the bulb and electrical socket inside. If either the lens gasket at the front of the unit or the compression nut at the rear of the unit leaks, water will enter the interior of the light, and the light will fail. Here's how to waterproof swimming pool lights.

    By David Barnes November 3rd, 2022 Read More
  • How Much Chlorine Is Needed In A Wading Pool?

    How Much Chlorine Is Needed in a Wading Pool?. A wading pool is a great place for kids to stay cool and enjoy a splashing good time when the weather is warm. The one problem with these small pools is that they don't usually have a circulation or filtering system. Without chemical treatment, the water can quickly become murky and turgid, creating a perfect environment for bacteria and other organic compounds to grow. The simple solution is to add a small amount of chlorine to the water periodically to sanitize it and increase its effective life by balancing the water and buffering the chlorine.

    By David Barnes September 6th, 2022 Read More