Having an above ground pool in the back yard is a dream for many. It’s like enjoying a vacation at home all summer long. But, to make it a thoroughly enjoyable experience, there are pre-purchase things to understand. Are you permitted to have a swimming pool? No, I’m not talking about getting permission from your spous…

Outdoor Patio Furniture. Understanding Traditional Tubular Options. If you are considering getting a new set of outdoor patio furniture for the deck or patio, you have lots of options. There’s all-weather wicker, cast aluminum, stone or synthetic tables, poly, and even wood. The list grows every year, but let’s focus o…

Pool Chlorine Makes a Difference in Water Quality. Choose Wisely. In a previous blog, I assumed that most readers don’t want a rehash of high school or college chemistry. I’ll stick to that and gently discuss why some pool chemicals are better than others that appear the same. However, an explanation is required. Sayin…

Saltwater Swimming Pools. It’s Time to Take the Plunge! I admit that I was looking for a pool-related pun for this blog title and considered several options. I settled on ‘take the plunge’ because that’s exactly what thousands of happy swimmers do every year in Greater Cincinnati. Significantly, many of these swimmers …

Big Green Egg! The Ultimate Grill. With the arrival of Daylight Saving Time, we have more time to do things outdoors, so let’s get to it! It is officially grilling season, but it’s only great if you have the right grill. Don’t get me wrong. There is nothing wrong with old-fashioned gas grills if you don’t mind the occa…

Growing up, my family had a wooden picnic table. We seldom used it as a dining table, however, it was a fun place to sit and talk. We had to be careful though, as a shift in position or a ‘slide-over’ request could result in a splinter. Consequently, the fun was tempered by the constant fear of injury to…well, you get …

When it comes to above ground, or on-ground swimming pools, there are many sizes and shapes to choose from. In most cases, it is easy to find the right one for your yard. Starting the process is easy. Know your local zoning regulations. Some zoning districts require a pool or attached deck remain a certain distance fro…

The terms ‘hot tub’ and ‘spa’ have evolved over the last 60-years or so. However, they are really the same thing…right? Not really. It’s a name-game, and I personally blame it on the internet and the advent of search engines. You may have already found this out if you came across this blog via a google search. If you g…

Okay…I admit that I am a chronic complainer. In the summer I constantly complain about it being too hot or too humid. I gripe about the wasps that built their nest under my deck where they plan their sneak attacks on innocent people oblivious to the havoc that will ultimately come their way. I complain about weeding my…

On May 12th Ohio allowed retail stores to open back up, though with mandates in place that were designed to protect both customers and employees alike. From the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic, Eastgate Pools has followed Ohio’s mandates as closely as possible. As we needed to make changes in our business practices …

On May 12th Ohio allowed retail stores to open back up, though with mandates in place that were designed to protect both customers and employees alike. From the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic, Eastgate Pools has followed Ohio’s mandates as closely as possible. As we needed to make changes in our business practices …

As most of you are aware, on May 12th Ohio allows retail stores to open back up. While there will still be some limitations and some mandates that will need to be followed, May 12th will mark our next step going forward towards a little more “normal” shopping experience. We have had many twists and turns operating the …

Another Big Step Forward! With Governor DeWine’s May 1st announcement of the new ‘Stay Safe Ohio’ order, we are pleased to announce that we are now permitted to schedule appointments for customers that wish to visit Eastgate Pools & Spas to shop for above-ground pools, hot tubs, outdoor and sunroom furniture, and Big G…

Good News from Eastgate Pools & Spas! When the COVID-19 pandemic was declared, we temporarily closed the store to customer traffic, even though we were technically permitted to remain open in a limited capacity. We chose to protect our associates and customers the best way we could, and we felt that was by closing the …

Are you looking to add a splash of color to your existing outdoor furniture? Would you like to add an incredibly versatile furniture piece that is a great value? If you answered yes to either or both questions, then you should check out our Pool Stoolz from Casual Cushion. Pool Stoolz are available in tons of different…

We are getting more and more water tests dropped off in our “water test tote” which is located by the front doors of the store. In the interest of safety and in the interest of being able to help our customers as best we can during this period of No Contact Water Testing, we have a couple of clarifications or requests.…