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June IMS How many options are there in choosing a backyard pool How many times have you pic yourself swimming early morning laps in your own pool or Ihe had a backyard playground where you could keep an eye on them or even imagined panics around the pool on How many limes have you about buying a pool dismissed idea because of Perhaps it lime take a second look The is within reach of many families according to the Canadian Spa and Pool Association winch estimates that many people who buy pools each year earn less than a year And pool ownership is an invest mem that pays off by making the home more inviting place adding to its re sale value and providing an a reman ve to a crowded beach it son or cial pool The baalcs A in ground pool starts ai be 000 and Thermal cost will depend on its size the maten all used and the landscaping required Even if you live high a mountain deep in a valley or only have a amount of space which to build these obstacles can be overcome Name your fantasy tropical paradise oriental garden or Spanish courtyard are not out of reach Its up to you to create an aquatic that reflects your pcnonalily lifestyle and budget One distinct trend in pool design is to add natural materials and elements to enhance the natural setting stones boulders and wood combined with colourful foliage can create a effect Challenging sites such as sloping backyards difficult landscaping or lim space I deter you from buying a pool Cliff hanging pool kidney shaped pools and above ground pools can handle even moM and range in deplh from ihrcc In five feel Another is a play pool with shallow depths of one metre ends ll play water basketball and volleyball al one end while children play at the other ami swimmers Jo their laps in between Croats a haven If your family docs a of outdoor entertaining design a pool area I hat is Gazebos sunscreens pool houses and barbecue pits can create a total outdoor living area Have a barbecue on your patio deck Use your pool house 10 dry off a swim or enjoy a late afternoon re freshmen Create a haven for your family and If your budget is flexible and you do manding needs And remember pools can be custom fitted to a in almost any shape you desire The most practical shapes are simple geometric designs ihat complement the lines of your home wont compete with landscape and allow for creative use of the surrounding area A rectangular pool is best exercise An shaped pool is ideal because adults laps in the long end while children can play and be taught to swim in the shorter leg of the An unusually shaped pool may be the only way to save a favourite tree or conform to the natural terrain You can create your own fantasy island by build ing a free form pool with a waterfall churning from an ledge and a bridge crossing to the raised deck spa and If you do a lot of swimming but are short on land small pools are the an The long narrow shape of a lap pool is ideal for light spaces or sloped properties ll and lounge without having id run in and out of house get your food and beverages Consider equipping your pool area with a guesi house complete Or build a greenhouse 10 use as a pool house and dining room Even for a limited budget the hit of moderaiely priced extras is long heai- or as an option solar panels auto- pool cleaners which do over SO per of job of cleaning a pool heat retaining pool covers slides whirlpool spas and hot tubs and addi tional fencing and landscaping items Whatever you dream there y pool that can match 11 But dont watt for ihe heat of the summer to make your dream come true time for thinking about the hoi days that Ite For nam of In youraraacontact Canadian Spa and Pool Airport Road Suit 305 Ontario RS or call Toll For wintersummer savings try a setback thermostat This device automatically adjusts your thermostat setting as needed to save on heating or cooling costs The setback thermostat a good friend to your heatingair conditioning Home Comfort News iiulinim jinunil oil idling ind equipment incr mil mightily on energy costs A dealer in down 111 JiidnpljiniiMipcrjiiunin very ill v jiii For all of your homa comfort 11 J he contact your local ICG Healing routine Air Conditioning dealr or tor your neareat dealer call Undrape your registers ftvoid having drapes or curtains closed over registers otherwise heated or cooled air is kept from circulating Homo Com I from ICG Air Conditioning 1 Ontario to demote estimate q the wfiic Jim REMAX SUBURBAN REALTY INC REALTOR CONTACT mm APPOINTMENT Jim associate broker RES Looking for a New Roof over your Head Then look to the HERALD REAL ESTATE SECTION Wednesdays Saturdays Youll find the most comprehensive listings of properties in Hills Were sure youll find the roof and whole house youve been looking for