The Splashdeck

Enjoying Your Hot Tub During the Winter Months

For those of us who revel in the joy of cold, snowy winters, having a hot tub can turn your backyard into a warm winter oasis. It’s a great relaxation space for friends and family all year round. Let's go over some tips for enjoying your hot tub during

ToySplash

Tips to Clean a Used Hot Tub

Whether you've moved into a new house that already comes with a hot tub or you decide to purchase a used one, you will want to give it a good cleaning before enjoying it. Having a hot tub with dirty water will not only cause skin irritations, but you can

Labor Day

Fun Facts About Labor Day

Labor Day is celebrated in cities and towns across the United States with parades, picnics, barbecues, fireworks, and other public gatherings. For many Americans, particularly children and young adults, it represents the end of the summer and the start of the back-to-school season. Here are some interesting facts about Labor

Pool Maintenance

Prepare Your Pool for a Hurricane

While hurricane season officially runs from June 1 until November 30, the peak of the season is between August and October. Staying safe starts with having a plan for your personal safety, your pets', your home, and your pool. When a hurricane is anticipated, you have time to prepare and

Pool Closing

Pool Closing Guide for Winter

It is, unfortunately, getting to be about time to think about closing the pool for the season. And while we still have a few weeks of summer left, let's go over some pool closing tips. It is important not to close pools too early, though. Pool water needs to be

Water Conservation

Conserving Pool Water

An average pool loses about 1/4 inch of water a day due to evaporation. This can really add up over time. While adding a cover and keeping your pool clean and balanced can significantly reduce any water loss, there are additional steps you can take to conserve water. A

Solar Blankets

Extend Your Summer, Plus Save Money with Solar Blankets

Solar blankets save you money and extends your swimming season. By absorbing and trapping the energy of the sun, a solar blanket can heat your pool’s water by up to 15 degrees without using a gas heater or propane pool heater, thus saving you on heating costs by 50%

Pool Maintenance

Preparing Your Pool for Severe Summer Weather

When a severe summer storm is in the forecast for pool owners, they need to take some important steps to protect their investment. These storms can cause pools to be polluted with debris such as dirt, mud, silt, and bacteria. While there is no way to keep pools debris-free, there

Shark Week

Shark Week 2018

Discovery Channel will be airing its 30th annual edition of Shark Week starting July 22, 2018. With 8 days of shark specials to sink your teeth into, let's take a look at a few facts about this long running summer TV event. Shark Week made its debut on July 17,

Solar Pool Ionizer

Toysplash's Solar Pool Ionizer

Toysplash's Solar Pool Ionizer has become a pool maintenance staple that is great for all pool and spa sizes. Toysplash's Solar Pool Ionizer is a portable and floating pool purifier combining solar electric power generation with ionization. Great for children and adults who are aggravated by chlorinated water, this ionizer

International Surfing Day

International Surfing Day - June 20, 2018

International Surfing Day is held annually on June 20th and is celebrated in more than 30 countries. This day celebrates surfing as a sport, its lifestyle, and the sustainability of ocean resources. Surfing was a significant part of the Polynesian culture for centuries. Europeans observed people surfing in Tahiti in

outdoor safety

Summer Care For Your Feet

To properly care for your feet while enjoying everything summer has to offer, check out these few tips from Toysplash.

inflatable pool toys

Get Your Inflatable Floats & Rafts Ready for the Summer Tips

Let's get those inflatable floats, rafts, and toys ready for summer fun, but don't just throw your inflatables in the pool expecting the chlorinated water to do the cleaning for you. No matter how long pool toys and floats sit in chlorinated water, it won't remove the mold and mildew

Mosquito Barrier

Frequently Asked Questions About Mosquito Barrier

Mosquito Barrier is the environmentally safe way to significantly reduce the mosquito population in your yard. The all-natural product is easily applied and works on contact to kill many soft bodied insects. Let's go over some Frequently Asked Questions regarding this insect repellant for more information. Is Mosquito Barrier safe

pool safety

Tips for Your Child's First Pool Experience

Nothing will make your child a better swimmer than feeling confident in the water. Let's learn the best tactics you can use for conquering your child's water worries. Children can have a real fear about buoyancy and breathing, so it is crucial to take a slow approach. Start by having

pool safety

National Pool Opening Day - April 28, 2018

National Pool Opening Day is observed on the last Saturday in April. This is the day for pool owners to prepare their swimming pools for a summer of fun, fitness, and enjoyment. Of course, not everyone opens their pool in late April. Many northern pools stay closed up for another

Outdoor Living

Tips for Deciding the Best Outdoor Patio Furniture

Your outdoor living space is your summer sanctuary. Here is where you'll entertain, relax, and enjoy the warm weather days. Choosing the correct patio furniture can turn any outdoor space into your favorite part of the house. Begin by thinking about how you would like your outdoor space to function.

Above Ground Pool Winter Repairs

Winter Repair Tips for Above Ground Pools

The Winter of 2018 is becoming the winter that will not end. During any winter, above ground pools take a beating. The pressure of several feet of snow on top of a 10,000 pound floating iceberg can rip liners or crumple walls. Let's go over a few repair tips

ToySplash

Get Outdoor Protection at a Great Price with Canopies, Sheds, and Tents

Toysplash is proud to introduce brand name canopies, sheds, and tents from King Canopy and Shelter Logic for your outdoor events. King Canopy, a leader in the supply of Shade and Shelter field, has been providing top quality and dependable products since 1940. Shelter Logic, in business for over 50

Watchman Stove

Experience the Watchman Stove

Warm weather is just around the corner….I promise, it will happen….and now is a good time to check out some new BBQ Grills. Toysplash would like to introduce the Watchman Stove and accessories . Manufactured in the USA using carbon and stainless steel, the Watchman Stove lets you prepare

Floatin' Down the River

In Western PA, a very common summer activity is getting a bunch of friends and family together and floating down the river. You can float past some beautiful scenery and get a different view than just your backyard. It's an easy and fun way to beat the summer heat. Here

salt water pool

Salt Water Pools 🌊

Are you looking at purchasing a pool? Well we have something for you to consider. Would you purchase a chlorine pool or a salt water pool? Well there are benefits to both. We are not experts on salt water pools so we've done some research to inform both ourselves and

Dog Swimming🐾

All of us that are blessed to have dogs in our family have at one time or another introduced them to water whether it be for a bath or in a swimming pool or in a lake. But have you ever thought about the benefits and risks of letting your

End Mosquito Bites...the Natural Way!

We have something new and amazing here at ToySplash and we want to tell you all about it! Mosquito's are a pain and nothing ruins a summer night more than a mosquito bite itch or worse, infection. So lets put an end to those pesky insects, at least in your

Light Up Your Night Swim!

As July turns to August, we're coming up on the end of summer. But, the pool fun is not over yet! Sometimes your days can get hectic and you may not be able to make it out to your pool in the heat of the day. Why not swim at