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 Welcome
to our first issue of the
Gib-San SPLASH E-newsletter!
This inaugural issue of Splash has been published both electronically
and in print format. Please note that future issues will only
be available electronically. Please sign up now to have the
Gib-San E-Splash delivered right to your inbox! Visit us at www.gibsanpools.com
and click on 'About Gib-San: E-Newsletter'.
We created this newsletter to keep in touch with our customers and
provide ongoing service after you have bought a pool, hot tub or
other related products from us. We want to ensure your maximum enjoyment
by helping you to understand how to operate and maintain them properly,
and to make you aware of other new products that may complement
your lifestyle. We hope you enjoy it, and if you have any suggestions
or topics you would like more information on in future issues, please
let us know (info@gibsanpools.com).
There
is lots happening at Gib-San and we are proud to share the following
with you.
Gib-San received the 2003 Grand Prize International Design
Award of a Jacuzzi Hot Tub at the Jacuzzi International
Conference in St. Kitts, as well as the Jacuzzi Exceptional Customer
Service Award. The awards were received by the following Gib-San
personnel: Jason Dedels, Service Manager; Peter Friis, Senior Vice
President; and Colleen Gibbs, Vice President, Retail. Coincidentally,
the Jacuzzi conference was held at the Marriott Resort where just
last year Gib-San installed their multi-pool and spa complex. See
more of this beautiful installation in the website
gallery.
Gib-San won 12 National Design Awards in various pool and
spa design categories at the National Spa & Pool Institute of
Canada’s annual show in December.
Just returning from an International Pool Design Conference
in Aruba are Peter Friis, Vice President and Jay Middleton, Certified
Designer.
Ed
Gibbs, President of Gib-San, has been appointed the Chairman of
the Master Pools Guild commencing in 2005. The Master Pools
Guild is an international guild of premier custom concrete pool
craftsmen. For more information about the Guild visit our website.
Going for ISO certification. Over the past 18 months,
Gib-San has been developing its standard operating procedures to
enhance customer service and satisfaction. We are now in the process
of becoming ISO (International Standards Organization) certified,
continuing as the leader in the industry! Stay tuned for more updates
about this exciting process.
Gib-San has a new website! If you haven’t
already seen it, go to www.gibsanpools.com
and explore our picture galleries and learn all about the services
that we provide. Check back often for news about Gib-San, updates
on products, new features and exciting contests!
Gib-San held an Expo for architects and custom home builders
recently to provide them with an opportunity to meet directly with
key suppliers and learn about the latest technology and features
in lighting, water fountains and maintenance products for custom
pools.
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"Spring
is quickly approaching. We are already preparing for the upcoming
swimming, “tubbing” and barbequing season …
with new products and informative seminars. We are open all
year round, so whenever you start thinking of new pool and patio
ideas, drop in. The following are just a few ideas of what’s
new, and of course the details of our upcoming seminars. We
hope to see you soon."
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Upcoming
Pool Opening & Maintenance Seminar - May 11, 7-9pm
For those planning on opening their own pools and who would like
a better understanding of care and maintenance.
- Reserve
your space early (info@gibsanpools.com)
since attendance is limited.
- Hear
the experts: Gib-San Technical Services & BioGuard Chemicals
- We’re
bringing this back as one of our popular wine & cheese events,
so don’t miss this informative evening and the opportunities
to win prizes!
Spa/Hot
Tub Operations Seminar – TBA - Mid-Summer Seminar
Ideal
for new Hot Tub owners, and those considering purchasing one.
- The
time is to be announced. If you are interested in being added
to our Advance Notice list, please let us know (info@gibsanpools.com).
When the details are finalized you’ll be the first to know
the dates and will be offered
the first opportunity for reservations.
- Speakers:
Gib-San Technical Services & BioGuard Chemicals
- Wine
and Cheese will be served.
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... for Pools:
...for
Hot Tubs:
 Gib-San
is an authorized dealer for Napoleon BBQs, and we
have a wide selection in our showroom to choose from.
If you have a BBQ but need accessories or sauces, we have a full
range of those as well. Come in and check them out.
Try
this Napoleon BBQ Recipe:
| Blackened
Grilled Swordfish |
4 swordfish
steaks, 1 in. (2.5cm) thick, 8 oz (225g) each
3 tbsp (45ml) vegetable oil
SPICE
RUB:
2 tblsp (30ml) coarse sea salt
1 tblsp
(15ml) garlic powder
1 tblsp (15ml) onion powder
1 tblsp (15ml) dried thyme
1 tblsp (15ml) dried oregano
1 tblsp (15ml) sweet paprika
1/2 tblsp (7.5ml) black pepper
1 tsp (5ml) cayenne pepper (or more to taste)
Combine
all rub ingredients. Mix well and set aside. Rinse swordfish
steaks under cold water, then pat dry. Spoon 1 - 3 tblsp
(15-45ml) of rub on top of each steak and spread with the
back of a spoon, pressing gently. Turn steaks over and repeat
on the other side. Cover steaks with plastic wrap and marinate,
refrigerated, for 1 hour. Preheat grill to medium. Lightly
oil grill. Brush rub from steaks and brush the steaks with
oil. Grill 4 to 6 minutes per side, or until flesh is firm
but not dry.
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 Book
your Pool’s Opening Date early … limited times available.
If you received a mailer regarding Pool Openings, please complete
the Opening Request Form and fax it in. If you did not receive
the form, call 416-749 4361 ext. 232 or email at service@gibsanpools.com.
If your pool or spa was built by Gib-San Pools
you can access the Clubhouse section of the website and book your
pool/spa opening online. To get the access code to the Clubhouse
you can register
here.
 Pool
Opening Tip … if opening your own pool:
When you first open your pool, an appropriate amount of shock
and algaecide should be added to the water to take care of
contaminates from the long winter. After three days of circulation,
bring a water sample into the Pool & Spa Centre at 5324 Dundas
Street West in Etobicoke for free water testing to see what is
required to establish a good chemical balance for the season.
It is important to start out the season with properly balanced
water to avoid problems for the rest of the season. Come and see
us at the Retail Centre for your Pool Opening Chemicals and stock
up for the season.
Spa/Hot Tub Maintenance Tip
How often do you have to change the water in your spa or hot tub?
This is something that depends on how often and how many times
you use it. The rule of thumb is to drain & clean your hot
tub 3 or 4 times a year. By bringing in a water sample to us at
the Gib-San Pool and Spa Centre we can determine when a fresh
fill is due based on the test results. Typically, late winter
or early spring is a good time to drain water that has been in
the tub all winter long. Filter cartridges should be hosed down
regularly (about every two weeks) and thoroughly cleaned with
SpaGuard
Filter Brite every 4 weeks.
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our Client's Dreams"
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