<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Pelagic Pool and Spa inc.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Swimming Pool Remodeling]]></description><link>https://www.pelagicpoolandspa.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 03:47:49 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.westbrookpools.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Is your pool well loved by all the members of your family?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Is your pool well loved by all the members of your family? Even the four-legged ones? Some dogs are natural swimmers and L-O-V-E getting in the pool. Dog breeds such as Labrador Retrievers, Newfoundland Retrievers, Chesapeake Bay Retrievers, Portuguese Water Dogs, and Golden Retrievers even have webbed feet which help them be more proficient swimmers. Cat lovers—you may already know this, but there are even some cats that enjoy a good swim too! Here are the top five things to consider if your...]]></description><link>https://www.westbrookpools.com/post/is-your-pool-well-loved-by-all-the-members-of-your-family</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ca4e4ab2c5430407ab5a8a</guid><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 10:27:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/88bd12_bcba3ad1a8d5495e90dcd0bdb4299642~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robert Burns</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why you should NEVER paint your pool]]></title><description><![CDATA[From time to time we have homeowners that contact us, asking if we can repaint their pools.]]></description><link>https://www.westbrookpools.com/post/why-you-should-never-paint-your-pool</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6994ed29a8ff0d3b0980d473</guid><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 22:38:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/88bd12_9c6aa9c6e4494ed6aa8fa5c8e48ec061~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_300,h_273,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robert Burns</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Seeing Your Pool and Spa in a Whole New Light]]></title><description><![CDATA[Swimming pools and spas are often the focal point of your backyard. More and more, residential swimming pools and spas are being used as a visual feature to enhance the overall aesthetics of the outdoor living area. One way to have a major visual impact and enhance the aesthetics of your outdoor area is to add LED (light emitting diode) lighting to your pool or spa. Over the last decade there has been a notable shift from incandescent lights to LED lighting in home use. This shift is...]]></description><link>https://www.westbrookpools.com/post/seeing-your-pool-and-spa-in-a-whole-new-light</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69829845889819a51f084df9</guid><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:57:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/88bd12_0742212a96b148b08752cbf716551f69~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_300,h_169,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robert Burns</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why do so many pool owners struggle to take care of their swimming pools?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why do so many pool owners struggle to take care of their swimming pools?]]></description><link>https://www.westbrookpools.com/post/why-do-so-many-pool-owners-struggle-to-take-care-of-their-swimming-pools</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69795ced67f9308d297237b6</guid><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:52:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/48118a_585298ab83cb458093e46c223e9ad0f2~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robert Burns</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is There Scale in Your Pool?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The white film around the water lines of your swimming pool is unsightly; but it may also indicate some imperfections in your water chemistry.]]></description><link>https://www.westbrookpools.com/post/is-there-scale-in-your-pool</link><guid isPermaLink="false">696f6c435c4545eab7d4c8bf</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 11:53:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/88bd12_c124fcf6df4346d3af6fa55da91592e1~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_512,h_384,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robert Burns</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Signs You Need Pool Repair Before Summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[When you first installed your pool, you probably didn’t think much about potential repairs down the road.]]></description><link>https://www.westbrookpools.com/post/signs-you-need-pool-repair-before-summer</link><guid isPermaLink="false">695c48133015b8c811050477</guid><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 23:28:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/48118a_30deccf0b7a34cb6acff48fae853867c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robert Burns</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top Five Reasons To Resurface Your Swimming Pool]]></title><description><![CDATA[When contemplating a major renovation project like resurfacing or remodeling your pool, it’s important to weigh the benefits of undertaking such a project. ]]></description><link>https://www.westbrookpools.com/post/top-five-reasons-to-resurface-your-swimming-pool</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6951955fa48525611152b9b7</guid><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 13:00:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/48118a_a9be99d1c99e440399ccf9c7250bf985~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robert Burns</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Florida Holidays – Making the most out of your pool deck and area]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many have hoped to create additional outdoor space to host their families and friends in the fresh air, as opposed to everyone spending time inside the house. We are so fortunate to have beautiful weather in Florida, just in time for the holidays]]></description><link>https://www.westbrookpools.com/post/florida-holidays-making-the-most-out-of-your-pool-deck-and-area</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6949325c28e5d08c9b6d845f</guid><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 12:04:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/48118a_dd3828a815e04ff9b6bf0a43f0533646~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robert Burns</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is scale and how does it affect my pool?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Have you ever noticed a white-yellow, chalky, and gritty substance at your waterline? If not, maybe you’ve noticed it in your bathroom—especially if you have glass shower doors?]]></description><link>https://www.westbrookpools.com/post/what-is-scale-and-how-does-it-affect-my-pool</link><guid isPermaLink="false">693ff67e33c5123904e8d0ed</guid><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 11:55:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/48118a_a9be99d1c99e440399ccf9c7250bf985~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robert Burns</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Turning up the Heat—what pool heater is best for my pool?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Are you ready to swim in the cooler months but not quite ready for a cold plunge?]]></description><link>https://www.westbrookpools.com/post/turning-up-the-heat-what-pool-heater-is-best-for-my-pool</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6936bcb4fcf288ff9379e554</guid><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 11:59:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/88bd12_a510ba886e22461789120a74b1a05a42~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_535,h_733,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robert Burns</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pool Equipment and Plumbing: an often-overlooked part of the remodel process]]></title><description><![CDATA[Most swimming pools are often designed to be a prominent feature in a home; the plumbing, however, is almost always tucked away and out of sight.]]></description><link>https://www.westbrookpools.com/post/pool-equipment-and-plumbing-an-often-overlooked-part-of-the-remodel-process</link><guid isPermaLink="false">692d85730170a61543ff1b08</guid><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 12:15:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/88bd12_d8d58fe95e334b6f961fded98ac3a154~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robert Burns</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brick Pavers: to seal, or not to seal?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brick pavers are one of the most popular options to remodel an existing deck (and for new decks too). This rise in popularity is a combination of the aesthetic look of the pavers—which can suit styles ranging from modern to rustic, their durability, and their resistance to cracking.]]></description><link>https://www.westbrookpools.com/post/brick-pavers-to-seal-or-not-to-seal</link><guid isPermaLink="false">692449569e4085073149b686</guid><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 12:06:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/48118a_dd3828a815e04ff9b6bf0a43f0533646~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robert Burns</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Commercial &#38; Residential Pool Remodeling: What’s the difference?]]></title><description><![CDATA[At Pelagic Pool &#38; Spa we are happy to serve both residential and commercial customers. From time to time, those who own residential pools may also be involved in the remodel of a commercial pool, such as a homeowner who also serves on an association board or someone who oversees a pool renovation as part of their employment such as a hotel manager or otherwise.]]></description><link>https://www.westbrookpools.com/post/commercial-residential-pool-remodeling-what-s-the-difference</link><guid isPermaLink="false">692222b2644344a4771195f8</guid><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2025 21:05:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/88bd12_39a4370dcb294e78863b889dbc63c907~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robert Burns</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pool Maintenance Basics]]></title><description><![CDATA[The real estate market has been hot lately and there are many new homeowners and pool owners in our area, so we thought it would be a great time to touch on some of the basics of maintaining your pool. These basic maintenance items will help make your pool look more inviting and will help make your pool finish last a bit longer. One of the best ways to care for your pool and get the most out of your finish is to care for it. ]]></description><link>https://www.westbrookpools.com/post/pool-maintenance-basics</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6921a7819c565b17c7d4e581</guid><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2025 12:11:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/88bd12_93583fe76830459e98a14e5d9aaed7da~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Robert Burns</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>