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EMPORIUM Three pages of the best and most dazzling swimming pool, spa and sunshine products and new ideas to turn this into a special summer.


WATER THERAPY Water based treatments are now part of everyday life as we pamper and treat ourselves. We’ve found a few different ways which you might like to try to indulge yourself using the healing power of water.


SWIMMING POOLS – YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED Industry experts from SPATA and BISHTA provide the answers.


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SO WHAT DO YOU WANT TO BUY?


How do you start to make a choice about which sort of product suits your budget, your home, your family and your needs? We look through the whole range of wet leisure products that are available in the market today.


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Cost was important but it was safety first as a Leicestershire family opt for a liner pool.


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THE COOLEST THINGS The glamorous world of swimming pools and hot tubs is now one of the highest style and design standards. We look at some sensational pools and hot tubs to inspire you, a number of which are award winners.


3 WAYS TO GO ‘GREENER’ WITH YOUR POOL The demands of the environment put pressure on the use of water, energy and te whole carbon footprint of pool owners. Here’s how to reduce the impact your pool has on the environment.


36 VIRTUOSO SWIMMING POOLS Owning a pool needn’t be a laborious, time consuming problem. Inspired design, 2010 technology and ‘pool intelligence’ now make owning a pool all the more relaxing and simple.


42 ABOVE-GROUND POOLS Cheaper than a traditional swimming pool often with DIY options, which don’t need planning permission and make the most of a smaller space. Here’s a guide to above-ground pools – a great first pool option.


SWIMMING ON THE SPOT We take a closer look at swim spas – a cheaper option than a full scale swimming pool. They take up less space, are easy to heat and provide an all year round swimming experience.


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