Gappsi is representing sofikitis ltd company, a superior quality Marble stones’ manufacturer, Specializing in design, manufacturing and finish of a large collection of tiles, copings and Drain grates for swimming pools & spa decking areas, located in Greece. Having almost a 40 years’ experience in the natural stones business industry, Sofikitis ltd is an innovative and reliable manufacturing company, cooperating with well-known quarries, bringing into the world market high quality tiles, copings and decking materials, featuring rich color textures, beautifully designed in various patterns, shapes and sizes at very good prices. We process Marble, Limestone, Sandstone, Travertine, Granite, and Quartzite natural or reconstructed Marble in several thicknesses. Our wide premium product range includes: standard made premium marble for swimming pools and spas ie pool copings, tiles and pool lining, pool marble drains, out lanes, angular caps etc and also customized products based on customers and cooperative companies specific needs and requirements. Our product range is suitable for: pools,spas, surrounding area, interior and exterior applications, backyards, Gyms etc. Lately, we have developed a new exclusive range of marble train grates and a series of outlanes, perfectly suitable for overflow pools, which we think could match exactly your business activities. For more product information, please enter our web site www.poolstones.com and www.sofikitis.gr. Sofikitis ltd customers are: Architects & Designers, Premium distributors, importers and wholesalers, swimming pool builders, pool suppliers around the world, with whom we work closely in designing product specifications according to specific customer’s needs. Our reputation, longevity and success is centered around our ability to produce a superior marble product finish and result, keeping our customers extremely satisfied. Our production process is fully computerized and our skillful mechanics can design and produce any shape and style of marble pool material, according to customers preference, supported by the most updated CNC instruments. We hold an EN ISO 9001:2000 product certification, two (2) innovative patents for special pool marbles production processes plus many awards for our innovative and high quality products. We think that your prestigious company and your wide distribution network fits exactly with our selective cooperatives criteria. We have the designing & manufacturing capability and knowhow to produce for you, deluxe pool marble decorations for villas, homes, condominiums, Hotels, Malls, gyms, commercial facilities and public projects at very good prices. If you think our business credentials could match your business opportunities and endeavors, we would be very pleased to discuss with you business cooperation between our firms. We work all these years with reputable business partners with very good results and we offer good quality marbles based on our partners needs at low prices. We will be happy to work with you too.
Need to winterize a sheer descend pump? Long island
Biancaniello called she has a water feature would like to know if you can close it or if you can let her know how. It is a good time to winterize the sheer descends, because they are not using the pool patio anymore and they will not be using until the spring, to let the fountain run it’s a waste of electricity because the pump will have to run and eventually they will have to shut it down anyway. So please tell them to winterize the sheer descend and put the pump in a bucket of water and safe bit in a place where it would not freeze for the winter.
Benefits of Hiring a Long Island Landscape Design Company
When you see your lawn are you possessed by a euphoric sense of tranquility? Do you sit at work imagining long hours lounging in a comfy lawn chair, taking in the magnificence that is your yard? For most the answer is no, instead we fret over the dying grass, the bald spot mid-lawn, wishing we had a pool, or a nicer pool, or that our fence or cinder block wall wasn’t eroding before our eyes.
Along with being a more inviting and relaxing atmosphere, improving your lawn can also increase the value of your home. You need to be sure you do it the right way though. Here are some of the many reasons you should rely on a professional landscaper when you want to improve your lawn:
1. It’s harder than it looks – We all like to think we can do it ourselves, but the fact is from your plants to porches, pool, and other items in your yard, it is likely more difficult than you would imagine. In the overwhelming majority of cases these basic tasks will go undone completely because once begun it is found they are too difficult. Even worse often doing a bad job can leave you yard in worse shape than how it started.
2. Finding the materials – There are a couple of problems here. First simply finding the right materials is difficult, and the wrong materials can often lead to more problems in the long run. Next, buying materials can become expensive. Landscapers can get what they need at a discount in most cases, you may find that by paying full price you will spend nearly as much on a do it yourself job as you would have if you’d hire a professional to start with.
3. Plants – Throw some water on them and everything should be fine right? Unfortunately this is not always the case. Plants may have varying needs and a professional landscaper will not only know which plants will look great in your lawn, but will be able to show you how to care for them. Do you really want to spend all of that cash on plants that are just going to die in a couple months?
4. Your budget – It is likely why you decided against hiring a professional and going it alone. How much do you really know about the cost of the materials (never mind the time and work it is going to take)? A landscaper will be able to plan out every detail so you will have a much better idea of how much things will cost. They can also customize plans to meet your budget. Otherwise you may start with a great idea only to find half way through you cannot afford to finish it.
While the common assumption is that you will be able to save money by doing your landscaping on your own, this is often far from the truth. Add in that a professional long island landscape design company will do a much better job all around, and in much less time, there really is no reason not to hire a landscaper for your lawn.
Fitting a Custom Pool on Your Long Island Property
Have you always wanted a pool in your backyard but thought that perhaps you did not have room or you could not afford it? There may be a solution, and you could be swimming in your backyard in a matter of months.
Why you need a pool
There are endless benefits to having a pool. Of course it is great for when friends and family are over, a great place to cool off in the summer and a cure for boredom. Pools also offer great exercise and a cardiovascular workout that is easy on the joints and bones. In addition it is an excellent investment, increasing the value of your home. There is nothing better than getting out of the house and out in the sun for a healthy and fun swim in your very own backyard.
Custom pools for oddly shaped or small yards
Unfortunately many think that they cannot have a pool in their backyard, either because they feel their yard is too small or because it is oddly shaped. This is where custom pool designs by a qualified landscaper come in. A landscape design company is able to create a custom pool to fit nearly any yard. Oddly shaped pools, with curved corners and other uncommon features is less difficult and less costly to install than you may think. Generally these types of pools do not take much longer, if any longer at all, to install than a regularly shaped pool. You’ll be amazed how much room you actually had in your yard for a pool, once the professionals are finished installing it. Landscapers keep a number of factors in mind as they design your pool to ensure functionality, ensuring it is placed in such a way that it will be convenient to use without getting in the way of other highlights of your yard.
Benefits of a custom pool
Custom pools are not only for smaller yards or yards with odd shapes. A custom pool is perfect for any home. They are more visually appealing and there are many additions you can add to a custom pool. You can add waterfalls, create a look to fit a specific theme like a tropical getaway, some custom pools even include water slides. The possibilities are almost endless. Many even choose to have a pool installed indoors or to build a covering for the pool.
For any of these options however, it is essential you only hire a reputable and talented professional. You want your pool finished in a timely manner, without too many delays and without hidden costs.
Cost
Many don’t think they can afford a custom pool, today however with updates in technology and the availability of materials it may not be as costly as you think. In some instances a custom pool may even be priced competitively with stock design options offered by some pool installation companies.
Hire the professionals
Getting a pro is vital, no matter what type of pool you are looking for. Be sure to only hire a reputable long island swimming pool company with experience installing all types of custom pools.
Getting Custom Sheer Descents and Waterfalls for Your Pool
Just about the only thing more relaxing and enjoyable than a waterfall, is having a waterfall installed right in your pool in your backyard.
If you are thinking about installing a custom or standard pool, or if you already have a pool, you will be surprised by how simple, fast, affordable and beautiful the results can be. If you are looking for a great way to really improve your entire pool experience consider installing either a waterfall or a sheer descent, and make sure you contact a professional for installation.
Custom Waterfalls
You know what a waterfall is in nature of course, and it is basically the same concept for your pool. It is a mass of water falling over some object, for your pool usually the side of the wall, some rocks or other decorative item. The primary difference between this and a sheer descent is that in a waterfall the water actually falls over something, while a sheer descent is free falling water, or water running in an arch. There will be more on sheer descents later. For waterfalls you will find a number of different options. The decorative items used around and in conjunction with the waterfall are almost limitless. You can create a waterfall to mach nearly any scenery in your yard or in your pool. Waterfalls can be created at almost any height and can be any size or shape. Some common options are to have a waterfall flowing from a raised section of a pool, often a Jacuzzi, or from a wall surrounding the pool. It is a simple but effective touch, usually installed relatively easily by a licensed landscaper or pool installation expert.
Sheer Descents
The main difference between a sheer descent and a waterfall is that with this type of addition the water doesn’t actually flow on anything, like rocks or a wall. Instead the water will arc out from an area or it will fall directly down from a cliff of some type. This allows for nearly limitless options as far as setup and customization opportunities. Some of the most common sheer descents take advantage of a raised section of a pool, wherefrom water will arch out creating a pleasing setting. They are also found arching out from walls or falling from an area which has been designed as a cliff within the pool. As with waterfalls this offers many different design options, and the lighting effects and variances in water pressure can create even greater degrees of customization than are possible with waterfalls in some instances. Sheer descents can be a solid sheet of water similar to a waterfall, or may more closely resemble jets of water. Just like a waterfall sheer descents can be built to nearly any height and in any shape or size.
Waterfalls v. Sheer Descents
This is really a matter of preference. Neither is inherently better and both are about the same as far as difficulty of installation and price. If you cannot decide you may want to consult an experienced landscaper or pool installation professional.
Price
Adding a waterfall or sheer descent may not be as costly as you had imagined. Plus running a waterfall or sheer descent is not too expensive as far as your electric and water, you’ll barely notice a difference in the long run. It is important however to only rely on someone experienced and who is qualified for this type of installation.