News and Tips

Introducing Beadcrete Pool Finish

james@mhnpr.com (Super User) — Sat, 12 May 2012 18:33:21 -0500

Barrington Pools is pleased to announce the availability of Pebbletec's new Beadcrete pool surface technology to customers it serves in Chicago, Northern Illinois, and Wisconsin.

Beadcrete contains solid, inert, glass spheres locked into an aggregate matrix to create a extraordinarily beautiful 3D look.

Making your Swimming Pool Healthier with UV Sanitation

james@mhnpr.com (Super User) — Tue, 08 May 2012 00:48:32 -0500

We work hard to build amazing pools for our customers, but once we finish and it is all filled with water, you deserve to have as pleasant of an experience IN the pool as you do sitting outside gazing into the gorgeous water.

While most pools use a combination of chemicals, including chlorine or "salt" (that is processed into chlorine), there is a new technology that has become popular with our customers and others around the world. We highly encourage this new technology, UV Sanitation systems like those by SpectraLight for our customers.

Swimming Pools for Horses - Just in Time for Derby

james@mhnpr.com (Super User) — Fri, 04 May 2012 03:07:39 -0500

With Derby Day around the corner we thought we would talk about how horses use swimming pools and how similar we are to these beautiful animals.

Swimming is one of the greatest exercises anyone and any animal can do. It is the number one low impact way to get your body in shape so it is no wonder that it is the best low impact way to train a horse.

Summer Swimming Pool Safety Tips

james@mhnpr.com (Super User) — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:18:26 -0500

While pools offer a great source of entertainment, exercise, and fun, they unfortunately can also prove deadly to young children or even unsupervised older ones. The following tips though, can help keep your family safe and ensure that your swimming pool is a source of fun and excitement all summer long.

Swimming Pool Financing 101: You CAN afford that Pool!

james@mhnpr.com (Super User) — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 02:43:09 -0600

Are you worried that getting a new pool might be difficult because you aren't sure of how to finance it? With a little planning, financing that new swimming pool can be a lot easier and less painful than you might think.

While it may be winter right now, this is the perfect time to start thinking about buying a pool and planning for how to pay for it. For many of our customers, developing a financial plan is the first step in designing the inground pool or spa of their dreams. This first step does not have to be hard, there are many ways to finance a pool.

Christmas in Chicago at the North Pool Party!

james@mhnpr.com (Super User) — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 23:31:53 -0600

December in Chicago is often a time of year when swimming pools are just a fond memory from a summer long since passed - and not yet something ready to be planned for. At Barrington Pools, we believe in having fun and celebrating the holiday season with some of our friends, including local Chicago bloggers and their kids.

Barrington Pools Brings SpectraLight to Chicago

james@mhnpr.com (Super User) — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 07:43:00 -0600

Chicago pool builder, Barrington Pools is now the exclusive Master Dealer for UltraViolet Pool Sanitization technology from SpectraLight. This technology helps pool owners lower chlorine levels producing a safer, healtier, and more visually appealing swimming pool experience.

By allowing lower chlorine levels, SpectraLight also reduces athma symptoms as well as eye and skin irritation caused by chlorine and chlorine by-products.

Landscape & Hardscape Construction Magazine

james@mhnpr.com (Super User) — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:05:04 -0500
"Diving In - Collaboration Creates Pool Perfection"
No matter how skilled and diversified you and your team may be, sometimes a joint effort is the ideal way to maximize business opportunities and customer satisfaction. In today's world, opportunities to increase sales and drive down expenses are key to business success.

For J.J. Hayden, Inc, a landscape design and build firm based in Woodstock, Il, partnering with a company that specializes in creating swimming pools and spas is a marriage made in heaven. Both Hayden and Barrington Pools, Inc. say that their ongoing collaboration is productive and profitable.

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Exclusive Applicator of Pebble Technology in Illinois

james@mhnpr.com (Super User) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 18:06:00 -0500

Barrington, IL, October 20, 2008 – Barrington Pools, Inc. has been selected by Pebble Technology, Inc. as the exclusive licensed applicator of Pebble Tec^®, Pebble Sheen^® and Pebble Fina^® pool finishes in Illinois.

5 Master Pool Guild Awards for Swimming Pool Design

james@mhnpr.com (Super User) — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 18:04:27 -0500

We have been honored by Master Pools Guild with three Gold and two Silver Awards for swimming pool design. The Gold Awards include, Best Special Purpose Pool, Best Natural Pool, and Best Fitness Pool. Master Pools Guild is the preeminent network of the world’s finest pool builders and Barrington Pools is the only Illinois pool builder that is a member.

Barrington Pools found Not Guilty

james@mhnpr.com (Super User) — Wed, 25 May 2011 18:03:44 -0500

Barrington Pools was found not guilty of dumping hazardous waste by Cook County Circuit Court Judge Thomas Fecarotta. The luxury pool builder and designer looks forward to putting this lawsuit and indictment behind them and returning to work building award winning custom swimming pools for clients in Chicago, Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Iowa.