Deciding which type of pool to install is your first step in your pool ownership journey. Making any other decision is easier once you've made that one. But trying to find unbiased information is a challenge!
Read More
Most people love the idea of having a swimming pool. I mean, who wouldn't want a swimming pool right in their backyard! If this is a decision that you are considering, there are some important things that you need to think about first.
Read More
As pool builders for over 82 years, it's safe to say that the number one question we get is, "How much does it cost to build a pool?" Unfortunately, that's an impossible question to answer because no two projects are the same. BUT - we get it; it's hard to plan for any budget or financing if you don't have any idea of the cost.
Read More
A lot has changed when it comes to buying a pool, but no worries, a lot has also stayed the same so if you want a backyard swimming pool in 2024, here is what you can expect.
Read More
Have you thought about an inground swimming pool? Designing and building an inground swimming pool is no small task. It takes planning and a lot of patience. But one of the first things to think about is how you're going to pay for your new pool.
Read More
All concrete pools are not the same! Here at Browning, we often refer to a concrete swimming pool as a gunite swimming pool. Gunite is a form of concrete that is applied to a surface pneumatically. The formula for concrete in a gunite application has a higher percentage of cement and a lower percentage of water than that of a “cast-in-place” or “shotcrete” concrete.
Read More
The interior finish of a pool can transcend its design to a whole new level of style and beauty. There are many types of pool finishes for concrete pools to choose from, including plaster, quartz, and aggregate finishes. Each option comes in an array of materials, colors, and textures - from traditional white plaster to a variegated blend of river pebbles or glass beads.
Read More