How to Turn a Pond into a Pool Without Stress

If you've spent the last few summers staring at a murky patch of water and wondering if you could actually turn a pond into a pool, you aren't alone. Let's be honest: while a decorative pond looks great in a magazine, in reality, it often turns into a magnet for mosquitoes and a thick layer of sludge. Turning that ecosystem into something you can actually swim in is a big project, but it's totally doable if you know which direction you're headed. ...

May 11, 2026 · 6 min · Alfredo Mullane