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Tara Envision AR App

For Pool Owners

Tara Envision AR App   The Envision AR app from Tara brings the power of augmented reality to your pool design process. Using your camera, the app allows you to place a pool in your backyard, giving you a sense of the size and area, you will need. Select a pool shape and then position it in your yard. Move it and rotate it to find the best loc

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Important Information Regarding Sunscreen & Your Vinyl Liner

For Pool Owners For Dealers

We all understand the dangers of the sun. It’s no secret that prolonged exposure to UV rays leads to sunburn and increases the risk of skin cancer. It’s also common knowledge that protecting your family and yourself with sunscreen is especially important. But did you know that some sunscreens contain chemical ingredients that may have adverse effec

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Is Green the New Blue? 

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Aquamarine H2O pools supplies Cleaning

Enchanted Is Green the New Blue?  Pool owners searching for a unique watercolor embrace the beauty of Green!  For years, green has been a taboo color in liner patterns. The association with algae and unhealthy water has prevented it from being used much in pattern designs. Because of this, we have used it sparingly in our collection. Rece

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SureStep Pattern Collection
Thomas Kennedy
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SureStep vinyl is a thick, sturdy vinyl that features a unique textured surface. Specifically designed for high traffic areas like stairs and sundecks, SureStep is both tough and durable. The embossed texture enhances traction when entering and exiting the pool. We offer SureStep in matching colors and styles for all of our patterns.  New for
4 Essential Ingredients for a Long-Lasting Liner
Thomas Kennedy
Safety Covers
The 4 most important factors that determine the lifespan of a pool liner are: 1 - The Quality of the Vinyl The quality of the vinyl liner material is critical for a long-lasting liner. High quality North American virgin vinyl is the best material to withstand the harsh pool environment. It is designed to resist fading, weathering and abrasion. Chea
#Tagtara
Thomas Kennedy
Uncategorized
#TAGTARA Would you like to be featured on our social media post? This is a easy way to give other homeowners inspiration when finding a new Tara liner! This is a great way for dealers to get noticed by homeowners! All you have to do is use #tagtara when posting a photo of your Tara pool/installation! You can also share your photos by tagging us (@T
Find Your Inspiration with the Tara Ultimate Makeover Contest
Thomas Kennedy
Pool Remodel
Inspiring Pool Makeover Projects Looking for inspiration and ideas to update your pool? Check out the entries in our 2017 Tara Ultimate Makeover Contest. Pool dealers from across the country are sending us photos of their current pool remodeling projects. We’ll be posting these photos to Facebook and Pinterest so you can see examples of all types o
The Truth About Thickness
Thomas Kennedy
Choosing a Vinyl Liner
          The thickness of a vinyl pool liner is critical to how the liner fits. To work properly, a pool liner needs to have a good balance of different properties. Imagine a gymnast, that needs a balance of strength, flexibility and size. Vinyl liners are similar. The liner needs to be strong and flexible but not too thic
Expert Advice for Choosing a Liner Pattern
Thomas Kennedy
Choosing a Vinyl Liner
After around 20 years in the liner industry (but who’s counting),  I’ve helped many homeowners with choosing their liner pattern. Installing a new pool or updating your existing pool is one of the most exciting times for any family. However, choosing the perfect pattern can be a difficult decision. The pattern you choose can change the wh
Basics of water color
The Basics of Water Color
Thomas Kennedy
Choosing a Vinyl Liner
One of the most important decisions you’ll make about your new pool is the water color. The color of the water is the image that stands out the most in your backyard, so it needs to be perfect. You may think that the pool liner is what will create the look of the water. Although the liner pattern makes a big difference in the look of the water, the
How to Choose a Vinyl Liner
Thomas Kennedy
Choosing a Vinyl Liner
With pool season approaching, do you find yourself wanting a change of scenery in your backyard? Or are you needing to replace a worn out, tired liner. Choosing the right pool liner can be a difficult decision. It is probably one of the most important decisions you can make about your pool. You want to choose a liner that will suit your needs, a st
New Color Choices for Solid Safety Covers
Red Sage
Pool Safety
We are proud to announce we have added 2 new color choices for our solid safety covers. Beginning this season, solid safety covers are now available in tan and gray. These two new color choices give you 4 colors of solid safety cover to choose from. Neutral colors like tan and gray are perfect for backyard landscapes. They blend well with existing
Tara teams up with the Red Cross
Thomas Kennedy
Community Involvement
Tara Adds to the Communities We Serve Since we started, part of our mission at Tara, has been to contribute to the improvement of our community. Volunteering and contributing money and resources to local organizations helped us connect to our community. In 2015 we were inspired to expand the community we support. That year, we experienced a serious