http://courtneyleigh.chudadi.com/ Caring for your lifestyle and and our precious planet en http://courtneyleigh.chudadi.com/2008/08/21/see-you-at-the-pool.html When thinking about naturalizing your yard as well as plantings, don’t forget your pool systems as well as furnishings. Most pool chemicals (chlorine, etc.) are caustic as well as some are even thought to be carcinogens.   They create chemical backwashes, require lots of energy as well as require consumables such as replacement cartridges. A good alternative to traditional pool systems are pool ionizers.  They don’t create any chemicals as well as the only other thing you’ll require to add to your pool is a pH leveler. It’s a much safer way to retain your pool clean as well as sanitary.   One source on behalf of eco-friendly pool systems as well as products is Ecosmarte http://www.ecosmartepool.com/environment-faq.html and Belle Island Pools in Darien, Ct. is a good local source on behalf of installation and service.   As on behalf of pool furniture, www.crateandbarrel.com has introduced great new lines, including Arbor as well as Trovata.  Arbor is built in plantation-grown eucalytpus.  It’s a fast-growing as well as easily replenished hardwood, certified by the Forest Stewardship Council, a non-profit organization that encourages responsible management of the world’s forests.  http://www.crateandbarrel.com/arbor/outdoor-living/1 The material used on behalf of Trovata is plantation-grown teak supported by the TFT (Tropical Forest Trust).  http://www.crateandbarrel.com/trovata/outdoor-living/1   We’re doing a little more research into alternative pool maintenance systems as well as furnishings and will be back to you with a more complete investigation in time on behalf of your first barbeque!  Thu, 21 Aug 2008 21:07:13 -0400 courtneyleigh