Category: Natural Pool

Natural Pool

The Importance of Natural Pond Maintenance: A Guide to Preserving Your Ecosystem

March 22, 2023, 0 Comments

Natural ponds are beautiful additions to any landscape, providing a serene and tranquil environment for humans and wildlife alike. However, maintaining a natural pond is crucial to ensuring its longevity, health, and ecological balance. In this blog post, we will discuss the importance of natural pond maintenance and share some essential tips to keep your…

Aquatic Plants ,Natural Pool

Guide to Natural Swimming Pool Plants

September 21, 2022, 0 Comments

A point of pride here at Reflections Water Gardens is our ability to design and build natural swimming pools that offer low-maintenance tranquility and landscapes that balance functionality with beauty. Unlike traditional pools, natural pools require a living ecosystem to clean your water. This involves utilizing various plants, gravel, and filtration systems, so you don’t…

Aquatic Plants ,Natural Pool ,Winter Weather

How To Clean a Natural Swimming Pool

September 16, 2022, 0 Comments

Everyone remembers their first pool: the playful splashing, the pristine clear water, and the stench of chlorine burning your nostrils while simultaneously reminding you of the pool’s cleanliness. But a lot has changed since the first swimming pool as people are beginning to fully understand the risks of chemicals used to treat traditional pools. Reflections…

Backyard ,Natural Pool ,Sand Pools

Your Backyard Oasis: Everything You Need to Know about Natural Swimming Pools

August 1, 2022, 0 Comments

As the warm air hits Chicago, you’ve got a lot on your plate. There are family BBQs, little league games, and everyone’s least favorite: summertime pool maintenance. This year, instead of adding one more stressful task to your never-ending to-do list, it’s time to consider upgrading to a natural swimming pool. Whereas traditional pools have…

Design ,Natural Pool

How to Build a Green Swimming Pool

June 20, 2022, 0 Comments

Are you ready to turn your backyard into a relaxation paradise? Are you looking for ways to cool off in the summer sun without all that maintenance and chemicals? If you answered yes to these questions, then it is time to build a green swimming pool. While most people still develop traditional pools, in recent…

Backyard ,Design ,Natural Pool

5 Natural Pool Ideas for Your Backyard Oasis

January 10, 2022, 0 Comments

First popularized in Europe, natural swimming pools are starting to catch on across America. Natural pools feature a unique look, but their environmentally friendly design and customization options are significant selling points. Whether designing your natural pool this winter or dreaming of a refreshing dip in the summer, a seasoned natural pool designer can turn…

Backyard ,Design ,Koi Pond ,Natural Pool ,Sand Pools ,Waterfalls ,Winter Weather

5 Reasons Why You Should Design Your Water Garden this Winter

November 19, 2021, 0 Comments

Updated Nov. 2021 While the weather outside might be frightful, designing your backyard water garden should be delightful. Imagine your evenings enjoying the sweet tranquilities of calm water, your backyard illuminated by lightning bugs. For a moment, your backyard transforms into the perfect water landscape. Don’t let the winter blues stop you from dreaming of…

Backyard ,Chlorine ,Natural Pool

The Environmental Effects of Chemically Treated Pools and Natural Pools

March 6, 2021, 0 Comments

Updated 2021 The environmental differences of traditional and natural pools You’ve got the two-story Victorian home with the white picket fence and acres and acres of flowing land. You’re just missing one thing: a pool.  A pool looks great, gives you a place to relax, and can even raise the value of your home. When…

Aquatic Plants ,Backyard ,Koi Pond ,Natural Pool ,Waterfalls

Why You Should Get Your Water Feature Cleaned Out This Spring

March 5, 2021, 0 Comments

After a long winter, temperatures have finally started to rise and flowers have begun to bloom, which means you can finally enjoy your water feature again. Regardless of how ready you are for the spring season, you should be sure your water feature is ready, too. To do so, give your feature a full spring…

Aquatic Plants ,Koi Pond ,Natural Pool ,Pumps ,Waterfalls ,Winter Weather

Winterizing Your Natural Pool or Koi Pond for Cold Weather

October 19, 2020, 0 Comments

It’s not even Thanksgiving yet, but with steadily falling temperatures across many parts of the United States, it’s a good idea to start thinking about the rapidly approaching winter months.  For those who have a natural pool or koi pond in their backyard, winter weather prep is even more important to get on top of…