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Article: The artist: Pat Walsh.(ABOVEGROUND POOLS)

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July 11, 2005
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THE CANVAS: Low trees, steep rocky slope, the big sky of Texas hill country

THE PALETTE: Bright sun, natural pine, welcoming shade from oaks and cedars

THE MASTERPIECE: Homespun haven in which to cool off, chill out and enjoy life

A TEXAS-SIZED ABOVEGROUND INSTALLATION PROVIDES A BACKYARD SOLUTION FOR A SMALL BUDGET

The homeowners wanted a large pool to help them cool down from the Texas heat. But with a limited budget for their backyard project, they weren't expecting anything fancy. Enter Pat Walsh, president of Aboveground Pool & Spa Co. in San Antonio. Sure, the site had its challenges, but that didn't stop him from turning the ...

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