Plaster vs. Pebble Swimming Pool Finishes: Differences That Matter
When it comes to building or renovating a swimming pool, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is what type of finish to use. The finish is the layer that covers the inside of your pool, and it affects not just how your pool looks, but also how it feels, how long it lasts, […]
Is Pebble Sheen Worth It? 5 Pros and Cons for Pool Interiors
Choosing the right pool interior finish is one of the most important decisions homeowners make when building or remodeling a swimming pool. The interior surface affects not only how your pool looks, but also how it feels underfoot, how long it lasts, and how much maintenance it requires over time. In South Florida, where pools […]
Pebble Tec Problems and Solutions You Need To Know
Pebble Tec has become one of the most sought-after pool interior finishes for homeowners who want a natural, resort-style swimming pool that lasts for decades. In Boca Raton and across South Florida, Pebble Tec pools are especially popular because they complement luxury outdoor living while holding up well in warm, coastal conditions. However, despite its […]
Best Pool Materials for Florida’s Climate: A Complete Comparison
By Thiago Machado, Epic Watershapes™ Co-Founder Every pool project eventually reaches a turning point—the moment when your ideas start turning into real decisions. You’ve scrolled through countless Instagram photos for inspiration. You’ve walked your yard, imagining where the water will flow, how the sunlight will hit it at sunset, and whether the pool should follow […]
The Art of Transformation: 6 Simple Steps of Fiberglass Pool Installation
On a typical Saturday morning in neighborhoods across Boca Raton, Parkland, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and Jupiter, homeowners often find themselves at their kitchen windows, coffee growing cold, staring at their backyards with a mix of hope and quiet frustration. The lawn looks good. The fence is sturdy. Everything seems… fine. But “fine” doesn’t […]
The Pool That Matches Your Lifestyle: How to Pick the Right Size
Step into your backyard right now with a tape measure. Stretch it forty feet. Then thirty. Then twenty-five. Each measurement tells a different story about how your family will actually use the space. The pool industry thrives on ideas and visions—smooth curves on a screen, waterfalls perfectly looping in CGI, and brochures boasting numbers like, […]
Essential Pool Safety Features for Every Family
Every parent knows a moment when joy and worry exist side by side. You’re at the kitchen window, coffee in hand, sunlight warming your backyard, the one you worked so hard to create. You picture your kids laughing by the pool, friends splashing around under a bright summer sky, and neighbours enjoying those perfect Saturday […]
Freeform vs Geometric Pools: Finding Your Perfect Style
By Thiago Machado – Epic Watershapes™ co-owner There’s a moment—usually on a calm weekend morning, coffee in hand—when you step into your backyard and really see it again. The lawn could use some attention. The fence has seen better days. And as you look around, you start picturing something more… a pool right there in […]
Inground Pools: Designing and Building the Perfect Epic Pool
Dreaming of transforming your South Florida backyard into a luxurious oasis? You envision crystal-clear waters, stunning design, and a space that rivals the finest resorts. But let’s be honest, the journey from dream to reality with an inground pool can often feel overwhelming, filled with confusing jargon, hidden costs, and the nagging fear of choosing […]
Pool Leak SOS: The Foolproof Bucket Test (Save Water & $$ Now!)
Is your pool slowly turning into a money pit? We’re not talking about extravagant poolside bars or automated waterfalls (though those can add up!). We’re talking about the silent, insidious threat of a pool leak. In Boca Raton, where the sun shines bright and the water is precious, a leak isn’t just an inconvenience; it’s […]