In-floor pool cleaning systems provide a modern, low-maintenance solution that enhances water quality, reduces manual upkeep, and adds value to every pool project — making them a smart choice for pool builders looking to deliver superior results and customer satisfaction.

“This technology has been around for years, but nothing in the Australian market matches the efficiency and innovation of Blue Square Q360,” explains Adam Shelley, Waterco’s in-floor cleaning specialist. “Traditional cleaning methods can be labour-intensive for users, so automation is a key selling point.”

Every Blue Square system is custom designed to optimise cleaning and circulation, ensuring maximum performance with minimal energy use. Independent testing has shown that this efficiency not only reduces chemical costs but also allows the system to operate effectively with smaller, more energy-efficient pumps.

“Once the pool builder submits their plans, a free custom CAD blueprint is created to show the jet positions in the pool and the different banks required to service the steps, benches, pool floor and spa,” he says. “A quote is then developed for the various components and submitted to the builder. The entire process takes roughly two to five working days.”

Complete, consistent cleaning coverage

Tectonic Pools director Zac Dejanovic, who installed Blue Square in this striking contemporary swimming pool, says in-floor cleaning systems are a gamechanger.

“I recently visited a client who said they had not cleaned their pool once in the five months since we built it,” he recalls. “She doesn’t own a robotic and hasn’t needed a service technician because the in-floor system does everything for them.”

Dejanovic says Blue Square goes beyond simply keeping pool water crystal clear — it actively enhances circulation, ensuring even distribution of chemicals and optimising filtration efficiency. “Movement of sanitised water is crucial, especially in preventing algae buildup in hard-to-reach areas like steps, ledges, and corners, where stagnant water tends to accumulate,” he explains. “It also ensures a consistently clear and inviting swimming environment by continuously moving debris toward the main drains.”

Additionally, Blue Square circulates heated pool water, evenly distributing warmth throughout the pool and eliminating cold spots. “This improved circulation not only enhances comfort but also maximises energy efficiency by reducing heat loss,” adds Dejanovic.

Key features of Waterco’s Blue Square Q360:

• Versatile system — can be installed in concrete, fibreglass and vinyl pools
• Fewer moving parts – reduces maintenance and increases reliability
• Revolutionary valve design – optimises water flow for enhanced cleaning efficiency
• Improved circulation – enhances chemical distribution and reduces algae growth
• Energy-efficient compatibility – works seamlessly with modern variable-speed pumps
• Superior cleaning– Q360 Performance Plus jets cover more surface area, requiring fewer heads per pool
• Virtually invisible pop-up jets — seamlessly blend into the pool when not in use, remaining virtually invisible

MultiCyclone: the powerful pre-filter every pool needs

In some installations, in-floor cleaners cleaning systems are integrated into the pool’s filtration circuit, allowing all water to pass through the filter. However, in cases where the system operates independently of the filtration circuit, pool builders must install Waterco’s MultiCyclone. This advanced centrifugal pre-filtration device helps capture finer debris, preventing buildup and protecting the pop-up jets from potential blockages.

As the perfect companion to an in-floor system, MultiCyclone excels at removing sediment before it reaches the main filter — complementing Blue Square’s focus on clearing debris from the pool floor for a consistently cleaner swimming environment.

Learn more about the pool that continuously cleans itself at www.infloorpoolcleaning.com.au

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Today’s home spa retreats go beyond a simple sauna or steam room. Many are designed as part of a holistic wellness zone, incorporating multiple elements to support both physical and mental wellbeing. Depending on your space and lifestyle, your wellness area might include:

• A traditional or infrared sauna – ideal for detoxification, improved circulation, and muscle relaxation
• Cold therapy (ice bath or plunge pool) – popular among athletes and wellness enthusiasts for reducing inflammation, boosting recovery, and increasing energy levels
• Jacuzzi or hydrotherapy spa – perfect for stress relief and easing muscle tension
• Mineral swimming pool – mineral-based sanitisation systems not only create healthier water to swim in but also provide options for people with sensitive skin conditions

Australian made products like Oxiswim, Poppits, and Vitale Mineral Salts — all formulated by Waterco — are helping pave the way for homeowners to reduce their exposure to chemicals while infusing spa and pool water with gentle, skin-friendly properties that promote relaxation and provide peace of mind for families. And when you install Climate Care Certified filtration, sanitisation, and cleaning equipment into these spaces, you can significantly reduce water and energy consumption, creating a more sustainable and eco-friendly wellness retreat at home.

Investing in a home spa retreat is about more than just luxury — it’s about prioritising health, wellbeing, and daily rejuvenation. Whether you’re seeking stress relief, better sleep, or an immune-boosting routine, a dedicated wellness space can support your lifestyle and create a personal sanctuary right at home.

The preferred choice for swimming pool and spa builders around the world

Wellness has become a major force in the global tourism market and destinations offering premium aquatic facilities are a large drawcard for travellers.

Research released last year from non-profit the Global Wellness Institute (GWI)1 revealed that the wellness economy reached a whopping $5.6 trillion in 2022. It also revealed that the $819.4 billion wellness trips taken (both internationally and domestically) that same year represented 7.8 per cent of all tourism trips — a significantly larger share of the market than the previous decade.

Savvy operators like Third Space — one of London’s premium members-only health clubs — understand that world-class wellness sanctuaries rely on water for their pool and spa treatments.

“Third Space is more than a gym — it’s a sanctuary for health enthusiasts, a hub for community engagement, and a haven for those seeking holistic wellness,” explains Waterco Europe CEO Tony Fisher. “With its sleek design, state-of-the-art facilities, and innovative approach to fitness, Third Space’s location in Wimbledon has quickly become a beacon for individuals striving to elevate their wellbeing in both body and mind.”

Designed by Essex-based Aquascapes — recipients of multiple UK Pool and Spa Awards — Wimbledon’s state-of-the-art aquatic facilities depend on the most reliable water filtration equipment in the market: Waterco.

“As a prestigious health club in the heart of Wimbledon, the equipment had to be of the highest quality, which is why Waterco was the preferred choice for Aquascapes,” he explains.

Best-in-class pool and spa experiences

Waterco is an established, international manufacturer and supplier of water treatment solutions with more than 40 years’ experience in the pool and spa industry. From water saving pre-filtration devices to hydraulically efficient pumps, equipment is engineered to not only maintain premium water quality for guests and members but also reduce operational costs for facilities.

“It’s not surprising that Waterco is the preferred choice for swimming pool and spa builders around the world,” says Fisher. “From resort-style hotels pools to luxury spa destinations, Waterco’s water treatment and sanitisation innovations provide peace of mind for customers, facility managers, developers, and investors.”

Are you ready to design your own wellness escape? Let’s explore the possibilities with Waterco!

For more information

Waterco

Image credit: Third Space and photographer Jamie McGregor Smith

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These battery-powered models excel in irregularly shaped pools or those with interior obstacles, such as a sundeck or a central water feature, as they automatically navigate around them before returning to their cleaning pattern. Even the best robotic pool cleaners can struggle due to their low-voltage power cables, which may become tangled on islands, pillars, or bridges that are part of the pool’s design.

Key features of the Dolphin Liberty Cordless Pool Cleaners

• Climate Care Certified — saves water and energy without compromising on filtration
• CleverClean Coverage – Precise Navigation System — advanced scanning software and navigation system ensures that the floor, walls and waterline are fully covered using the most efficient route
• Cycle Selector — customise your cleaning cycle by selecting to clean only the floor or the floor and walls
• Sun-ledge cleaning — climbs up and cleans sun tanning ledges with a minimum depth of 30cm
• Inductive charging — magnetic connect for super easy click-in-place and walk-away charging
• Eco Mode — keeps the pool floor clean all week on one charge
• Click-Up — using the Clicker, the Dolphin will climb up to you, for easy removal from the pool*
• MyDolphin Plus app — customised cleaning programs is now easier using your mobile device*

*Only on Liberty 400

For more information

For more information about the new Dolphin Liberty line — and Waterco’s full suite of pool and spa products — visit Waterco

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Enjoying the lifestyle your pool offers is something you’ve dreamed of, so why not make it even better by talking to your pool builder about a self-cleaning pool?

A self-cleaning pool allows you to spend more time enjoying life while your pool cleans itself. Your pool will also be more efficient to operate and more enjoyable to swim in because of the increased circulation benefits. Owning a pool has never been this easy.

Not all self-cleaning pools are the same. The QuikClean range of in-floor cleaning systems feature advanced technology, have been developed for Australian conditions, and are proven in even the most demanding situations.

The focus of a QuikClean system is you. Three superior systems, all with unique features and advantages, are designed to suit your unique pool and lifestyle requirements. Whether you have a heavy debris site, want the latest look or value genuine energy efficiency, QuikClean has a system for you.

Carefully consider which features are important to you and your new pool because an in-floor cleaning system needs to be installed into your new pool during construction. You only have one opportunity to make the right decision for you and your family.

QuikClean systems are supplied and installed by a nation-wide network of QuikClean Accredited Installers who are proudly supported by Cooke Industries, a family company with family values and a sustained history of award-winning innovation.

For more information

Cooke Industries
A: 250 Etiwanda Ave, Mildura Vic
P: 1300 652 076
E: info@cookeindustries.com.au

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One recent showcase of our capabilities is the transformation of a stunning family residence in the Mornington Peninsula, Victoria.

The collaboration between Davey, Cahill Building Group, and landscaping experts brought to life a seamless integration of water systems that not only enhance the property’s beauty but also make maintenance a breeze.

A Dream Home, Simplified by Innovation

The homeowners wanted their 2.5-acre property to embody relaxation and ease, creating a family-friendly environment that required minimal upkeep. With 1,500 square meters of lawn and a massive 60,000-litre pool, efficient water management was critical. Davey provided the backbone for their dream with state-of-the-art products and systems that delivered beyond expectations.

Effortless Pool and Landscape Management

Central to the project was the installation of Davey’s advanced pool and irrigation systems. Our pool system included seven specialized pumps to manage the pool, spa, and balance tank, an advanced filtration system, intelligent chlorination controls, and a heat pump for temperature management. For the vast landscaping, Davey supplied a high-performance irrigation pump and set up 27 individually water-zoned areas, ensuring lush lawns and gardens with no manual intervention.

Collaboration and Precision

Davey’s approach to this project reflects our commitment to collaboration and precision. Working closely with the Cahill Building Group, we took the time to understand the property’s needs. From there, we carefully selected and tailored our product offerings to ensure optimal performance across all water systems. Through comprehensive testing and fine-tuning, the systems were calibrated to operate with minimal user intervention, providing the ultimate hands-off experience for the homeowners.

Builders Jonathon and Mark Cahill acknowledged the importance of Davey’s involvement. “They’re really good with product knowledge and recommendations. They’re great at troubleshooting and provided me with all the information I needed to then deliver to the client through handover,” Mark Cahill noted.

Your Trusted Partner for Water Solutions

As a trusted supplier, Davey ensures that trade professionals have access to the best in water management solutions. Whether it’s a high-end residential project or a large-scale commercial installation, we deliver with innovation, reliability, and service excellence. Our work on the Mornington Peninsula is a testament to the seamless integration of water management systems that can make any property, no matter the size or complexity, both beautiful and effortlessly maintainable.

Partner with Davey today and let us help you bring your next project to life with the finest in water solutions. We are here to support your needs from consultation to project completion, ensuring that you have the right products and expertise at every step.

For more information, please visit our website.

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A self-cleaning pool allows you to spend more time enjoying life while your pool cleans itself. Your pool will also be more efficient to operate and more enjoyable to swim in because of the increased circulation benefits. Owning a pool has never been this easy.

Not all self-cleaning pools are the same. The QuikClean range of in-floor cleaning systems feature advanced technology, have been developed for Australian conditions and are proven in even the most demanding conditions.

The focus of a QuikClean system is you. Three superior systems, all with unique features and advantages, are designed to suit your unique pool and lifestyle requirements. Whether you have a heavy debris site, want the latest look or value genuine energy efficiency, QuikClean has a system for you.

Carefully consider which features are important to you because an in-floor cleaning system needs to be installed into your new pool during construction. You only have one opportunity to make the right decision for you and your family.

QuikClean systems are supplied and installed by a nation-wide network of QuikClean Accredited Installers who are proudly supported by Cooke Industries, a family company with family values and a sustained history of award-winning innovation.

For more information

Cooke Industries

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“When I was growing up in the UK, nobody had a pool. And while they’re commonplace in Australia, I still see them as a luxury,” she says. “Consequently, I put a lot of time into designing the pool to ensure it flows with the overall build and is a cohesive part of the house.”

Revered for her jaw-dropping resort-style projects, the multi-award-winning architect recently designed her dream home in Queensland’s Noosa hinterland that includes a stunning 79.86sqm, fully tiled swimming pool. “Two distinct pavilions are linked by a magnificent glass bridge, with the pool being at the center of the design and all of the spaces looking onto it and through to the water beyond,” she shares.

An oxygen-enriched, freshwater swimming experience

Known for embracing new technologies, Sarah opted for Waterco’s Oxiswim hybrid sanitisation system to maintain crystal-clear conditions. A revolutionary breakthrough in water treatment, the dual-sanitisation system combines Perox sanitisers and Perox Safe & Clear to produce a freshwater swimming experience.

“Hydrogen peroxide and chlorine dioxide are scientifically proven to sanitize water far more effectively than chlorine alone,” explains Oxiswim inventor Nick Briscoe. “The combined power of these two sanitizers provides an oxygen-rich environment that is exceptionally efficient in neutralizing pathogens.”

Oxiswim is not only ideal for swimmers with sensitive skin due to its low chlorine levels, but also provides pool owners with a dual sanitization solution with a simple flick of a switch. “We’ll use the freshwater option during the peak swimming season and switch over to the chlorine option in the colder months to reduce off-season costs,” she says.

Control over costs and ongoing maintenance

Oxiswim combines the most practical ways to sanitize swimming pools, giving pool owners the ultimate control. This revolutionary hybrid sanitisation system produces two different yet highly effective options — and brings a number of cost, convenience, and health-related benefits.

Convenience

• In-built pH dosing pump perfectly balances pool water
• Compatible with new or existing pools
• Low-maintenance technology in a simple package
• Less corrosive to pool equipment and surrounds
• Easily switches between chlorine and freshwater experience
• Easy to use; runs with minimal guidance
• Can be retrofitted to an existing saltwater chlorinated pool

Wellbeing

•Mineral-rich blend creates silky swimming conditions
• Gentle formulation has virtually no taste or smell
• Soothes common sensitive skin ailments
• Provides relief to muscular inflammation and fatigue
• Prevents common side effects associated with chlorinated pools, including red eyes and dry, itchy skin
• Freshwater mode produces an asthma-friendly option
• Can be used in combination with Waterco’s Mineral Crystals
or Mineral Vitale ranges

For more information, 

Waterco 

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Relaxing with family and friends while enjoying a pool lifestyle in your backyard oasis is something you’ve dreamed of for some time. Why not make your life even easier by talking to your pool builder about installing an in-floor cleaning system for your pool?

An in-floor cleaning system allows you to spend more time enjoying life while your pool cleans itself. Your pool will also be more efficient to operate and more enjoyable to swim in because of the increased circulation benefits. Owning a pool has never been this easy.

Not all self-cleaning pools are the same, however. QuikClean in-floor cleaning systems feature advanced technology, they have been developed for Australian conditions and are proven in the most demanding conditions.

The focus of a QuikClean system is you. Three superior systems, all with unique features and advantages, are designed to suit your unique pool and lifestyle requirements. Whether you have a heavy debris site, want the latest look or value genuine energy efficiency, QuikClean has a system for you.

Before making your final choice, carefully consider what features are important to you and your new pool because an in-floor cleaning system needs to be installed into your pool during construction. This means you only have one opportunity to make the right decision for you and your family.

QuikClean systems are supplied and installed by a nationwide network of QuikClean-accredited installers who are proudly supported by Cooke Industries, a family company with family values and a history of award-winning innovation.

For more information,
Cooke Industries

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The Davey Microlene range of water treatment solutions has been developed over a period of over 20 years. With the backing of Davey Water Products, itself a company with over 88 years of experience in water technology. Microlene is your premium source for clear safe drinking water.

1.      Unwelcome Organisms – Ultra Violet Treatment for Rainwater

Microscopic living organisms such as bacteria, mold, viruses and parasitic cysts (e.g., Giardia and Cryptosporidium) can thrive in untreated water supplies. Exposure to Ultra Violet light with the Microlene Aquashield system is a safe and very effective way to neutralise these unhealthy organisms from your harvested drinking water.

2.      Tainted Water – Filtration

Families seek different solutions, from simple taste and clarity issues through to a range of wider concerns. Water can be discolored and tainted by dust, rust, sediment, algae, decaying organic matter and chemicals. It can also contain aluminum, lead, asbestos, chlorine and sediment. Microlene’s superior range of water treatment solutions can swiftly clear these impurities by passing them through the correct filtering option.

All in one – whole of house treatment and disinfection option Microlene 3 Stage UV Disinfection System

Microlene’s proven three-stage Filtration and Ultra Violet disinfection systems can provide continuous clean, safe and fresh tasting water from your rainwater tank.

In conjunction with pre-filtration, UV treatment options are the best practical solution for treating drinking water and are widely used in disinfecting the drinking supplies of not just individual homes, but entire towns. Automatic UV lamp and pump interlock ensures only disinfected water is delivered.

You can Depend on Davey to keep your family’s drinking water safe.

For more information, 

Davey 

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Queensland father Nick Briscoe still remembers the pain of seeing his then young son develop eczema and breathing problems while swimming in the family’s heavily chlorinated pool. At that time, there were no alternatives to chlorine and bromine, let alone a gentler solution for those with sensitive skin conditions. Inspired to create a healthier substitute, Nick developed Hydroxypure, a water sanitisation system that produces clean, clear, non-toxic water without chlorine.

“Seeing the delight on Dalton’s face as he finally swam, for as long as he wanted, in beautifully pure water, which left barely a trace on his skin and lungs, was an incredible feeling,” recalls Nick. “In fact, we noticed that his skin condition even seemed to improve after he’d been swimming in Hydroxypure water.”

In the intervening years since Hydroxypure was invented, Nick and Waterco Ltd — a global pool equipment and water treatment manufacturer — have pioneered a revolutionary system that is more flexible, affordable and easy to use. Oxiswim is a multi-mode water sanitisation solution for domestic swimming pools that incorporates ground-breaking technology in the shape of the Hydroxyl Radical Generator and chlorine dioxide. “This is a hybrid system that moves from chlorine to hydrogen peroxide in combination with the Advanced Oxidation Process,” explains Nick. “There are several options available that give consumers ultimate control over costs and ongoing maintenance of their swimming pool or spa. Essentially, we’ve minimised the amount of hardware while harnessing various sanitisers from one system, which is a world first.”

Oxygen-enriched freshwater

Despite a shared name, chlorine and chlorine dioxide are actually two distinctly different chemicals. Chlorine, in its many forms, is a trusted, heavy-duty and effective water sanitiser. However, it is well documented that chlorine side effects include skin, eye and respiratory irritations.

“Chlorine dioxide, on the other hand, is an oxidising agent globally recognised as a highly effective water sanitiser with minimal by-products,” explains Nick. “It breaks down into a salt, a natural mineral with virtually no side-effects. While chlorine dioxide is not chlorine, it is incredibly effective in eliminating viruses, bacteria, biofilm and parasites, including cryptosporidium.”

A unique freshwater sensation, hydrogen peroxide and chlorine dioxide are proven to sanitise water far more effectively than chlorine alone. Yet they also transform the quality of the water, along with the entire bathing experience. Where other sanitisation systems may use one or a combination of two sanitisers, Oxiswim makes the best use of several different sanitisers to create a unique experience for swimmers.

“This world-first technology combines the use of electrolysis with hydrogen peroxide to form a bacterial-killing weapon,” he says. “The combined power of two sanitisers provides an oxygen-rich swimming environment that is exceptionally efficient in neutralising pathogens. Additionally, it’s a dual system, which means you can flip it in winter to a salt chlorinated pool.”

Oxiswim’s flexible design helps reduce operating and maintenance costs for when you’re not using the pool regularly or you’re away on holiday. “During the off-season, for example, switching over to Oxiswim sanitiser significantly reduces chemical costs,” says Nick. “Running alternative sanitisers from time to time also prevents pathogens building resistance to the sanitiser used most often in the pool.”

Waterco is a sponsor for the Poolside 2022 Australian Pool of the Year Awards, celebrating excellence in pool design and construction. All entrants were featured in Poolside 57, with winners to be announced in Poolside 58.

For more information, 

Waterco 

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