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NewsletterForeword
Fall is in full swing across much of the US and while many of us are preparing our
pools for winter there are usually a few more opportunities for those in the southern
states to enjoy a swim At CL Industriesrsquo headquarters in Central Florida wersquore
enjoying a warm start to Fall and that means getting to enjoy watching our favorite
football teams poolside Outdoor living is no longer an after thought Wersquove seen a
growing trend of homeowners reinvesting in their backyards and creating unique
backyard living spaces In honor of fall and the holiday with turkey and fixings we
are thankful that the swimming pool is the focus of outdoor living For those looking
to create a new backyard or remodel an existing space CL Industries has a finish for
every pool
We are pleased to bring you our Fall Edition of the CL Industriesrsquo quarterly digital
newsletter Our goal is to bring you unique and inspiring content our companyrsquos
news happenings from our partners and trends all related to the pool finish industry
CL Industries takes pride in creating the most dynamic pool finishes on the market
In this edition we highlight an integral member of the CL Industriesrsquo manufacturing
team discuss the Pool Corp Vendor trade show release our lsquoWomanrsquos Oasisrsquo video
and much more For more information about our company and products please visit
our website wwwclindustriescom You can also stay in touch with us in real time
with facebook Twitter (CL_Industries) Youtube and Flickr
Thank you for following us
Attention Distributors Plasterers and Builders we are always seeking your feedback and
knowledgehellip Please send submissions for newsletter content news and trendsinnovations in
your area to newsletterclindustriescom
Our CL Industriesrsquo staff is always intrigued by the pools that our industryrsquos professionals put in their own back yards Kevin Carroll the owner of Coastal Luxury Outdoors found that the ldquoHydrazzo Clas-sico - Oceana Blurdquo pool finish compliments his out-door lifestyle best He strategically chose Oceana Blu in the pool to match his familyrsquos outdoor decor (from outdoor umbrellas to the blue embroidery on the pillows) The finish makes for an aesthetically beautiful oceanic blue water color and the finish also seems to enhance the calm oasis feeling His wife and her friends have given their seal of approval Thatrsquos really all that matters right
In our own experience we have noticed that women seem to gravitate towards the smooth feel and timeless beauty that Hydrazzo and Hydrazzo Classico offer The Hydrazzo line is a polished marble product so the smoothness on your skin creates a heightened relaxation when you first step into the pool The ladies in the ldquoWomanrsquos Oasisrdquo short film felt right at home enjoying a girlrsquos day by the pool We filmed most of the action in slow motion to further enhance the dreaminess of the Womanrsquos Oasis
Behind the ScenesldquoA Finish for Every Poolrdquo
Second Installment ldquoThe Womanrsquos Oasisrdquo
The elegant ldquoWomanrsquos Oasisrdquo pool was created as a year round entertainment area The pool sits next to a golf course and a salt marsh which is teeming with wild birds produces beautiful sunsets and catches cool ocean breezes In the summer months the ladies enjoy the soft feeling of lying on the polished marble sun bench In the cooler months you can soak in the elegant spa finished with Oceana Blu pool plaster and Ivory Travertine tile on the deck In the coldest months the ladies stay warm next to the fire pit within the recessed entertainment area Anytime of year the relaxing
sounds of nature and the poolrsquos waterfalls offer up poolside relaxation at the ldquoWomanrsquos Oasisrdquo
Click here to enjoy the ldquoWomanrsquos Oasisrdquo with them httpvimeocom72365759
If you would like your pool featured in our seasonal newsletter feel free to contact us and share your photos We always enjoy seeing our CL Industriesrsquo products make happy homeowners and happy builders
KrystalKretereg is made from naturersquos finest materials to
create the most luxurious quartz pool finish in the world
It is available in 14 distinct colors that will transform your
pool into a breathtaking masterpiece Michael Kopke CL
Industriesrsquo Midwest and Canada Sales Manager explains that
KrystalKretereg has become quite popular for every type of
pool in his region ldquoItrsquos so popular because of its value and
proven durability compared to traditional marcite finishesrdquo
Whether yoursquore looking for traditional elegance contemporary
flair or some combination of the two nothing captivates the
imagination like KrystalKretereg
KrystalKretereg combines the performance properties of
enriched Portland cement with factory-blended crystalline
aggregates These aggregates are enhanced with sparkling
colored quartz to create luster and strength that outshines
and outlasts traditional pool finishes We take great pride in
owning and sourcing all of our own raw materials This allows
use to manage the consistency strength and colors of our
aggregates Our sister company provides these specialized
ceramic coated aggregates and they have adopted the same
Luxurious Pool
Libertyville Illinois
This tropical oasis utilizes the natural
look with its rocky waterfalls curved
outline and the inviting water color
that KrystalKretereg Super Blue creates
Super Blue plastered on this sun bench
looks like an off white beach entry
calling you toward the pool The Super
Blue finish really shows its true colors
in the deep end when the pool sparkles
blue in the full mid-day sun The full
service tiki bar and Super Blue spa
create a paradise that many families
would love in their own back yard
Product Spotlight
reg
Ebony Pool
Midwest USA
This elegant pool was created to
enjoy during the warmer months in
the Midwest This swimming pool
and backyard landscaping are so well
constructed and maintained that
you canrsquot help be impressed by itrsquos
symmetrical design The KrystalKretereg
Ebony finish creates a dark sun bench
that stands out from the rest of the
ivory white home The deep end of the
pool is also plastered with the Ebony
finish and the warmer hues of blue
water make it much more inviting
for everyone to dive in
strict quality control program that CL Industries has created
and maintained over the years The ldquoNon-Fading Color Fast
Technologyrdquo and lasting attractiveness have kept builders and
applicators requesting this product year after year
Our pre-blended KrystalKretereg product is one of the only
pre-blended offerings available on the market We believe that
working with a pre-blended product (all ingredients in a ready
to mix bag) is imperative to achieve the greatest and most
enduring finish For new construction renovation or just to
show off KrystalKretereg sets the bar competition canrsquot reach
Contact your local CL Industries sales professional to discuss
the best finish options for your pool We have a finish for
every pool
reg
Pool of Innovation with John Garner Pools
Our Fall Pool of Innovation comes to us from the
great folks at John Garner Pools in Jacksonville
FL John Garner Pools is a family owned and
operated company that has been in business for
over 30 years The company is headed up by John
Garner Sr who recently completed his third year as
President of the Northeast Chapter of the Florida
Swimming Pool Association (also serves on the
Executive Committee of the FSPA) John Sr started
building and designing pools 44 years ago and his
son John Jr is following in his fatherrsquos footsteps
They pride themselves on combining function and
artistry to create the ultimate backyard paradise for
their customers
John Garner Pools started using CL Industries
finishes exclusively 20 years ago We sat down
with John Garner Sr recently to get his take
on the design process and gain some insight
on this incredible newly constructed pool The
homeowners had a grand vision and the finished
product isnrsquot your typical backyard pool
Pool Highlights bull Located in Ponte Vedra Beach FL
bull 2200 sq ft
bull 100 ft long
bull 12 ft deep
bull 5 Pentair LED Laminar Jets
bull 4 Fire Bowls
bull 20 ft slide
bull Waterfall and hidden grotto
QampAWhat do you like most about designingbuilding pools
Where do you get your inspiration from in the design process
Where does the interior finish of the pool come into the equation
How important are water color and texture in the design process
What do you like most about the CL Industriesrsquo product lines
We love working with homeowners to develop their dreams
Inspiration comes from many places the landscape we are working with plays a big part but ultimately the customerrsquos visions and plans for the use of their pool
As the final step in the actual construction process the interior finish is the most visual It can make or break a project When meeting with a client to choose their tile and deck material we coordinate those choices with wide variety of colors available from CL Industries
Most customers have an idea of what color they want their water to be ndash deep blue lagoon look very light blue etc The color of the interior brings it all together It has to flow visually and not draw your eye to only 1 element of the entire project
The quality of product authorized installers warranty large variety of plaster products and textures
ldquoldquoldquoldquoldquo
ldquoldquoldquoldquoldquo
We recently sat down with owner John Garner Sr to get some insight into
the design process and his passion to set new standards of excellence
Explain the importance of the applicator in the pool construction process
How have the homeowners reacted to the finish product
For night time what kind of lighting did you use
What physical design elements did you incorporate to tie everything together in regard to water color
What finish did they select
In terms of water color what did the homeowner want and why
The entire CL Industriesrsquo team would like to thank John and John Garner Pools
for their submission and patronage
As a luxury custom pool builder it is imperative that you have a good relationship with your applicator and that you have the level of trust needed for completing your projects As mentioned the plaster can make or break the entire project
The homeowner is extremely pleased with the entire backyard paradise that has been created
5 Pentair Intellibrite color changing LED lights 5 Pentair LED laminar jets and 4 fire bowls
2x2 glass tile 1x1 glass tile on grotto wall silver travertine deck and coping
Crystal Stones Island Blue
This particular project is a little unusual for a residential setting as the pool is 100rsquo long and 12rsquo deep The homeowner wanted the deep blue look without being too dark since the pool is so deep
ldquo
ldquoldquoldquoldquoldquo
ldquo
ldquoldquo
ldquoldquo
ldquo
CL Industriesrsquo products are sold mainly through
a network of distributors Our largest distribution
partner is Pool Corp (and its subsidiaries SCP
Superior Pool Products and General Pool amp Spa
Supply) Every year in Dallas Texas Pool Corp
puts on its International Sales Conference which
functions essentially as an internal pool industry
product trade show This allows its vendors to
showcase their latest products all at once It also
provides the Pool Corp salesforce the education
necessary to successfully represent their vendors
Over 1000 Pool Corp employees attend the show
every year
CL Industries is a VIP Vendor and one of our
benefits is dedicated booth space at the show
We decided that this year would be a good year
to redesign our booth so that it reflects our
new visual branding Our goal was to create a
comfortable lounge like environment within our
booth Selling our products is all about creating
strong relationships and we wanted people
to feel relaxed when they visited our booth
We overhauled the entire booth adding new
couches branded pillows a coffee table with a
stainless steel tub (to fill with water and display
our product samples) high boy cocktail tables
flat screen TV custom rug and all new banners
We are pleased with the results and everyone
who visited the booth complimented us on the
redesign
The show is filled with activities great food
product demonstrations sales meetings awards
ceremonies and every evening is capped of
with a cocktail lsquohourrsquo On Monday and Tuesday
evenings Pool Corp dedicated one of the open
bars to be set up at our booth Two members of
Pool Corp Vendor Trade Show
our marketing team accompanied the sales staff
this year at our booth and they were able to get
the Monday Night football game (New Orleans
vs Miami) hooked up on our new TV With Pool
Corp being headquartered just outside of New
Orleans we had a pretty solid crowd at our
booth all night Overall this yearrsquos show was a big
success for us at CL Industries After undergoing
a complete brand reinvention it was important for
us to showcase our new messaging and image to
our biggest customer
How did you first get involved in the Pool Industry
I started out driving a truck for CL Industries and made job site deliveries
What is your position at CL Industries and what do you do in your role
I am the Orlando warehouse and transportation manager I maintain the warehouse to make sure we have the right stock of material to fulfill the orders I
also run the transportation department shipping the product and setting up the trucks for raw materials coming into CL Industries and material going out
How does your job impact the overall end productprocess (pool finish)
I complete the circle to make sure the end product gets to the end user
What do you like most about your job
The employees I work with and the relationship with our customers
What factors do you feel have made CL Industries a leader in this industry
Our great products and customer service
Jeff Shortt is one of our most valued employees not only by our own team but also by our customers
Jeff has been with our team for sometime now and originally came to us as a drivertransporter Since
that time Jeff has grown into managing our transport and logistics department Jeff takes great pride
in knowing that his department directly impacts the cycle of distribution and he also enjoys his role in
helping our customers succeed in their jobs by delivering quality material in a timely manner We are
thrilled to share with you a Q amp A with the man responsible making sure our products arrive to distributors
and job sites around the globe on time
We sat down with Jeff to discuss his experience in the industry future trends and what he feels makes CL
Industries the leader in pool finishes
Jeff Shortt CL Industriesrsquo Logistics Manager
EmployeeSpotlight
What would you like to accomplish with the company in the future
To keep improving our sales and customer service
What trends do you feel the future of the industry holds
I hope to keep making new products and see our innovative ideas come to life
What is your favorite CL Industries finish or product line
My favorite finishes would be in the Sunstone Pearl line
Tell us a story about how you have delivered for a client in a big way when they had a job on the line (examples bad weather sourcing of materials transport shut down etc)
Irsquove turned around emergency shipments within hours of the order request so the homeowner and builder stay on schedule and remain happy
We had one homeowner up in Pennsylvania and he said no one else would help him because he only needed one bag of plaster to repair his pool He called me in Orlando directly and we took care
of him The customer said ldquoI really appreciate you going out of your way to personally ship one bag all the way across the country I canrsquot thank you enoughrdquo
Behnd the scenes with Jeff
wwwclindustriescom
To get updates from our team follow us on Facebook Twitter Youtube and Flickr
copy Copyright 2013 All Rights Reserved
NewsletterForeword
Fall is in full swing across much of the US and while many of us are preparing our
pools for winter there are usually a few more opportunities for those in the southern
states to enjoy a swim At CL Industriesrsquo headquarters in Central Florida wersquore
enjoying a warm start to Fall and that means getting to enjoy watching our favorite
football teams poolside Outdoor living is no longer an after thought Wersquove seen a
growing trend of homeowners reinvesting in their backyards and creating unique
backyard living spaces In honor of fall and the holiday with turkey and fixings we
are thankful that the swimming pool is the focus of outdoor living For those looking
to create a new backyard or remodel an existing space CL Industries has a finish for
every pool
We are pleased to bring you our Fall Edition of the CL Industriesrsquo quarterly digital
newsletter Our goal is to bring you unique and inspiring content our companyrsquos
news happenings from our partners and trends all related to the pool finish industry
CL Industries takes pride in creating the most dynamic pool finishes on the market
In this edition we highlight an integral member of the CL Industriesrsquo manufacturing
team discuss the Pool Corp Vendor trade show release our lsquoWomanrsquos Oasisrsquo video
and much more For more information about our company and products please visit
our website wwwclindustriescom You can also stay in touch with us in real time
with facebook Twitter (CL_Industries) Youtube and Flickr
Thank you for following us
Attention Distributors Plasterers and Builders we are always seeking your feedback and
knowledgehellip Please send submissions for newsletter content news and trendsinnovations in
your area to newsletterclindustriescom
Our CL Industriesrsquo staff is always intrigued by the pools that our industryrsquos professionals put in their own back yards Kevin Carroll the owner of Coastal Luxury Outdoors found that the ldquoHydrazzo Clas-sico - Oceana Blurdquo pool finish compliments his out-door lifestyle best He strategically chose Oceana Blu in the pool to match his familyrsquos outdoor decor (from outdoor umbrellas to the blue embroidery on the pillows) The finish makes for an aesthetically beautiful oceanic blue water color and the finish also seems to enhance the calm oasis feeling His wife and her friends have given their seal of approval Thatrsquos really all that matters right
In our own experience we have noticed that women seem to gravitate towards the smooth feel and timeless beauty that Hydrazzo and Hydrazzo Classico offer The Hydrazzo line is a polished marble product so the smoothness on your skin creates a heightened relaxation when you first step into the pool The ladies in the ldquoWomanrsquos Oasisrdquo short film felt right at home enjoying a girlrsquos day by the pool We filmed most of the action in slow motion to further enhance the dreaminess of the Womanrsquos Oasis
Behind the ScenesldquoA Finish for Every Poolrdquo
Second Installment ldquoThe Womanrsquos Oasisrdquo
The elegant ldquoWomanrsquos Oasisrdquo pool was created as a year round entertainment area The pool sits next to a golf course and a salt marsh which is teeming with wild birds produces beautiful sunsets and catches cool ocean breezes In the summer months the ladies enjoy the soft feeling of lying on the polished marble sun bench In the cooler months you can soak in the elegant spa finished with Oceana Blu pool plaster and Ivory Travertine tile on the deck In the coldest months the ladies stay warm next to the fire pit within the recessed entertainment area Anytime of year the relaxing
sounds of nature and the poolrsquos waterfalls offer up poolside relaxation at the ldquoWomanrsquos Oasisrdquo
Click here to enjoy the ldquoWomanrsquos Oasisrdquo with them httpvimeocom72365759
If you would like your pool featured in our seasonal newsletter feel free to contact us and share your photos We always enjoy seeing our CL Industriesrsquo products make happy homeowners and happy builders
KrystalKretereg is made from naturersquos finest materials to
create the most luxurious quartz pool finish in the world
It is available in 14 distinct colors that will transform your
pool into a breathtaking masterpiece Michael Kopke CL
Industriesrsquo Midwest and Canada Sales Manager explains that
KrystalKretereg has become quite popular for every type of
pool in his region ldquoItrsquos so popular because of its value and
proven durability compared to traditional marcite finishesrdquo
Whether yoursquore looking for traditional elegance contemporary
flair or some combination of the two nothing captivates the
imagination like KrystalKretereg
KrystalKretereg combines the performance properties of
enriched Portland cement with factory-blended crystalline
aggregates These aggregates are enhanced with sparkling
colored quartz to create luster and strength that outshines
and outlasts traditional pool finishes We take great pride in
owning and sourcing all of our own raw materials This allows
use to manage the consistency strength and colors of our
aggregates Our sister company provides these specialized
ceramic coated aggregates and they have adopted the same
Luxurious Pool
Libertyville Illinois
This tropical oasis utilizes the natural
look with its rocky waterfalls curved
outline and the inviting water color
that KrystalKretereg Super Blue creates
Super Blue plastered on this sun bench
looks like an off white beach entry
calling you toward the pool The Super
Blue finish really shows its true colors
in the deep end when the pool sparkles
blue in the full mid-day sun The full
service tiki bar and Super Blue spa
create a paradise that many families
would love in their own back yard
Product Spotlight
reg
Ebony Pool
Midwest USA
This elegant pool was created to
enjoy during the warmer months in
the Midwest This swimming pool
and backyard landscaping are so well
constructed and maintained that
you canrsquot help be impressed by itrsquos
symmetrical design The KrystalKretereg
Ebony finish creates a dark sun bench
that stands out from the rest of the
ivory white home The deep end of the
pool is also plastered with the Ebony
finish and the warmer hues of blue
water make it much more inviting
for everyone to dive in
strict quality control program that CL Industries has created
and maintained over the years The ldquoNon-Fading Color Fast
Technologyrdquo and lasting attractiveness have kept builders and
applicators requesting this product year after year
Our pre-blended KrystalKretereg product is one of the only
pre-blended offerings available on the market We believe that
working with a pre-blended product (all ingredients in a ready
to mix bag) is imperative to achieve the greatest and most
enduring finish For new construction renovation or just to
show off KrystalKretereg sets the bar competition canrsquot reach
Contact your local CL Industries sales professional to discuss
the best finish options for your pool We have a finish for
every pool
reg
Pool of Innovation with John Garner Pools
Our Fall Pool of Innovation comes to us from the
great folks at John Garner Pools in Jacksonville
FL John Garner Pools is a family owned and
operated company that has been in business for
over 30 years The company is headed up by John
Garner Sr who recently completed his third year as
President of the Northeast Chapter of the Florida
Swimming Pool Association (also serves on the
Executive Committee of the FSPA) John Sr started
building and designing pools 44 years ago and his
son John Jr is following in his fatherrsquos footsteps
They pride themselves on combining function and
artistry to create the ultimate backyard paradise for
their customers
John Garner Pools started using CL Industries
finishes exclusively 20 years ago We sat down
with John Garner Sr recently to get his take
on the design process and gain some insight
on this incredible newly constructed pool The
homeowners had a grand vision and the finished
product isnrsquot your typical backyard pool
Pool Highlights bull Located in Ponte Vedra Beach FL
bull 2200 sq ft
bull 100 ft long
bull 12 ft deep
bull 5 Pentair LED Laminar Jets
bull 4 Fire Bowls
bull 20 ft slide
bull Waterfall and hidden grotto
QampAWhat do you like most about designingbuilding pools
Where do you get your inspiration from in the design process
Where does the interior finish of the pool come into the equation
How important are water color and texture in the design process
What do you like most about the CL Industriesrsquo product lines
We love working with homeowners to develop their dreams
Inspiration comes from many places the landscape we are working with plays a big part but ultimately the customerrsquos visions and plans for the use of their pool
As the final step in the actual construction process the interior finish is the most visual It can make or break a project When meeting with a client to choose their tile and deck material we coordinate those choices with wide variety of colors available from CL Industries
Most customers have an idea of what color they want their water to be ndash deep blue lagoon look very light blue etc The color of the interior brings it all together It has to flow visually and not draw your eye to only 1 element of the entire project
The quality of product authorized installers warranty large variety of plaster products and textures
ldquoldquoldquoldquoldquo
ldquoldquoldquoldquoldquo
We recently sat down with owner John Garner Sr to get some insight into
the design process and his passion to set new standards of excellence
Explain the importance of the applicator in the pool construction process
How have the homeowners reacted to the finish product
For night time what kind of lighting did you use
What physical design elements did you incorporate to tie everything together in regard to water color
What finish did they select
In terms of water color what did the homeowner want and why
The entire CL Industriesrsquo team would like to thank John and John Garner Pools
for their submission and patronage
As a luxury custom pool builder it is imperative that you have a good relationship with your applicator and that you have the level of trust needed for completing your projects As mentioned the plaster can make or break the entire project
The homeowner is extremely pleased with the entire backyard paradise that has been created
5 Pentair Intellibrite color changing LED lights 5 Pentair LED laminar jets and 4 fire bowls
2x2 glass tile 1x1 glass tile on grotto wall silver travertine deck and coping
Crystal Stones Island Blue
This particular project is a little unusual for a residential setting as the pool is 100rsquo long and 12rsquo deep The homeowner wanted the deep blue look without being too dark since the pool is so deep
ldquo
ldquoldquoldquoldquoldquo
ldquo
ldquoldquo
ldquoldquo
ldquo
CL Industriesrsquo products are sold mainly through
a network of distributors Our largest distribution
partner is Pool Corp (and its subsidiaries SCP
Superior Pool Products and General Pool amp Spa
Supply) Every year in Dallas Texas Pool Corp
puts on its International Sales Conference which
functions essentially as an internal pool industry
product trade show This allows its vendors to
showcase their latest products all at once It also
provides the Pool Corp salesforce the education
necessary to successfully represent their vendors
Over 1000 Pool Corp employees attend the show
every year
CL Industries is a VIP Vendor and one of our
benefits is dedicated booth space at the show
We decided that this year would be a good year
to redesign our booth so that it reflects our
new visual branding Our goal was to create a
comfortable lounge like environment within our
booth Selling our products is all about creating
strong relationships and we wanted people
to feel relaxed when they visited our booth
We overhauled the entire booth adding new
couches branded pillows a coffee table with a
stainless steel tub (to fill with water and display
our product samples) high boy cocktail tables
flat screen TV custom rug and all new banners
We are pleased with the results and everyone
who visited the booth complimented us on the
redesign
The show is filled with activities great food
product demonstrations sales meetings awards
ceremonies and every evening is capped of
with a cocktail lsquohourrsquo On Monday and Tuesday
evenings Pool Corp dedicated one of the open
bars to be set up at our booth Two members of
Pool Corp Vendor Trade Show
our marketing team accompanied the sales staff
this year at our booth and they were able to get
the Monday Night football game (New Orleans
vs Miami) hooked up on our new TV With Pool
Corp being headquartered just outside of New
Orleans we had a pretty solid crowd at our
booth all night Overall this yearrsquos show was a big
success for us at CL Industries After undergoing
a complete brand reinvention it was important for
us to showcase our new messaging and image to
our biggest customer
How did you first get involved in the Pool Industry
I started out driving a truck for CL Industries and made job site deliveries
What is your position at CL Industries and what do you do in your role
I am the Orlando warehouse and transportation manager I maintain the warehouse to make sure we have the right stock of material to fulfill the orders I
also run the transportation department shipping the product and setting up the trucks for raw materials coming into CL Industries and material going out
How does your job impact the overall end productprocess (pool finish)
I complete the circle to make sure the end product gets to the end user
What do you like most about your job
The employees I work with and the relationship with our customers
What factors do you feel have made CL Industries a leader in this industry
Our great products and customer service
Jeff Shortt is one of our most valued employees not only by our own team but also by our customers
Jeff has been with our team for sometime now and originally came to us as a drivertransporter Since
that time Jeff has grown into managing our transport and logistics department Jeff takes great pride
in knowing that his department directly impacts the cycle of distribution and he also enjoys his role in
helping our customers succeed in their jobs by delivering quality material in a timely manner We are
thrilled to share with you a Q amp A with the man responsible making sure our products arrive to distributors
and job sites around the globe on time
We sat down with Jeff to discuss his experience in the industry future trends and what he feels makes CL
Industries the leader in pool finishes
Jeff Shortt CL Industriesrsquo Logistics Manager
EmployeeSpotlight
What would you like to accomplish with the company in the future
To keep improving our sales and customer service
What trends do you feel the future of the industry holds
I hope to keep making new products and see our innovative ideas come to life
What is your favorite CL Industries finish or product line
My favorite finishes would be in the Sunstone Pearl line
Tell us a story about how you have delivered for a client in a big way when they had a job on the line (examples bad weather sourcing of materials transport shut down etc)
Irsquove turned around emergency shipments within hours of the order request so the homeowner and builder stay on schedule and remain happy
We had one homeowner up in Pennsylvania and he said no one else would help him because he only needed one bag of plaster to repair his pool He called me in Orlando directly and we took care
of him The customer said ldquoI really appreciate you going out of your way to personally ship one bag all the way across the country I canrsquot thank you enoughrdquo
Behnd the scenes with Jeff
wwwclindustriescom
To get updates from our team follow us on Facebook Twitter Youtube and Flickr
copy Copyright 2013 All Rights Reserved
Our CL Industriesrsquo staff is always intrigued by the pools that our industryrsquos professionals put in their own back yards Kevin Carroll the owner of Coastal Luxury Outdoors found that the ldquoHydrazzo Clas-sico - Oceana Blurdquo pool finish compliments his out-door lifestyle best He strategically chose Oceana Blu in the pool to match his familyrsquos outdoor decor (from outdoor umbrellas to the blue embroidery on the pillows) The finish makes for an aesthetically beautiful oceanic blue water color and the finish also seems to enhance the calm oasis feeling His wife and her friends have given their seal of approval Thatrsquos really all that matters right
In our own experience we have noticed that women seem to gravitate towards the smooth feel and timeless beauty that Hydrazzo and Hydrazzo Classico offer The Hydrazzo line is a polished marble product so the smoothness on your skin creates a heightened relaxation when you first step into the pool The ladies in the ldquoWomanrsquos Oasisrdquo short film felt right at home enjoying a girlrsquos day by the pool We filmed most of the action in slow motion to further enhance the dreaminess of the Womanrsquos Oasis
Behind the ScenesldquoA Finish for Every Poolrdquo
Second Installment ldquoThe Womanrsquos Oasisrdquo
The elegant ldquoWomanrsquos Oasisrdquo pool was created as a year round entertainment area The pool sits next to a golf course and a salt marsh which is teeming with wild birds produces beautiful sunsets and catches cool ocean breezes In the summer months the ladies enjoy the soft feeling of lying on the polished marble sun bench In the cooler months you can soak in the elegant spa finished with Oceana Blu pool plaster and Ivory Travertine tile on the deck In the coldest months the ladies stay warm next to the fire pit within the recessed entertainment area Anytime of year the relaxing
sounds of nature and the poolrsquos waterfalls offer up poolside relaxation at the ldquoWomanrsquos Oasisrdquo
Click here to enjoy the ldquoWomanrsquos Oasisrdquo with them httpvimeocom72365759
If you would like your pool featured in our seasonal newsletter feel free to contact us and share your photos We always enjoy seeing our CL Industriesrsquo products make happy homeowners and happy builders
KrystalKretereg is made from naturersquos finest materials to
create the most luxurious quartz pool finish in the world
It is available in 14 distinct colors that will transform your
pool into a breathtaking masterpiece Michael Kopke CL
Industriesrsquo Midwest and Canada Sales Manager explains that
KrystalKretereg has become quite popular for every type of
pool in his region ldquoItrsquos so popular because of its value and
proven durability compared to traditional marcite finishesrdquo
Whether yoursquore looking for traditional elegance contemporary
flair or some combination of the two nothing captivates the
imagination like KrystalKretereg
KrystalKretereg combines the performance properties of
enriched Portland cement with factory-blended crystalline
aggregates These aggregates are enhanced with sparkling
colored quartz to create luster and strength that outshines
and outlasts traditional pool finishes We take great pride in
owning and sourcing all of our own raw materials This allows
use to manage the consistency strength and colors of our
aggregates Our sister company provides these specialized
ceramic coated aggregates and they have adopted the same
Luxurious Pool
Libertyville Illinois
This tropical oasis utilizes the natural
look with its rocky waterfalls curved
outline and the inviting water color
that KrystalKretereg Super Blue creates
Super Blue plastered on this sun bench
looks like an off white beach entry
calling you toward the pool The Super
Blue finish really shows its true colors
in the deep end when the pool sparkles
blue in the full mid-day sun The full
service tiki bar and Super Blue spa
create a paradise that many families
would love in their own back yard
Product Spotlight
reg
Ebony Pool
Midwest USA
This elegant pool was created to
enjoy during the warmer months in
the Midwest This swimming pool
and backyard landscaping are so well
constructed and maintained that
you canrsquot help be impressed by itrsquos
symmetrical design The KrystalKretereg
Ebony finish creates a dark sun bench
that stands out from the rest of the
ivory white home The deep end of the
pool is also plastered with the Ebony
finish and the warmer hues of blue
water make it much more inviting
for everyone to dive in
strict quality control program that CL Industries has created
and maintained over the years The ldquoNon-Fading Color Fast
Technologyrdquo and lasting attractiveness have kept builders and
applicators requesting this product year after year
Our pre-blended KrystalKretereg product is one of the only
pre-blended offerings available on the market We believe that
working with a pre-blended product (all ingredients in a ready
to mix bag) is imperative to achieve the greatest and most
enduring finish For new construction renovation or just to
show off KrystalKretereg sets the bar competition canrsquot reach
Contact your local CL Industries sales professional to discuss
the best finish options for your pool We have a finish for
every pool
reg
Pool of Innovation with John Garner Pools
Our Fall Pool of Innovation comes to us from the
great folks at John Garner Pools in Jacksonville
FL John Garner Pools is a family owned and
operated company that has been in business for
over 30 years The company is headed up by John
Garner Sr who recently completed his third year as
President of the Northeast Chapter of the Florida
Swimming Pool Association (also serves on the
Executive Committee of the FSPA) John Sr started
building and designing pools 44 years ago and his
son John Jr is following in his fatherrsquos footsteps
They pride themselves on combining function and
artistry to create the ultimate backyard paradise for
their customers
John Garner Pools started using CL Industries
finishes exclusively 20 years ago We sat down
with John Garner Sr recently to get his take
on the design process and gain some insight
on this incredible newly constructed pool The
homeowners had a grand vision and the finished
product isnrsquot your typical backyard pool
Pool Highlights bull Located in Ponte Vedra Beach FL
bull 2200 sq ft
bull 100 ft long
bull 12 ft deep
bull 5 Pentair LED Laminar Jets
bull 4 Fire Bowls
bull 20 ft slide
bull Waterfall and hidden grotto
QampAWhat do you like most about designingbuilding pools
Where do you get your inspiration from in the design process
Where does the interior finish of the pool come into the equation
How important are water color and texture in the design process
What do you like most about the CL Industriesrsquo product lines
We love working with homeowners to develop their dreams
Inspiration comes from many places the landscape we are working with plays a big part but ultimately the customerrsquos visions and plans for the use of their pool
As the final step in the actual construction process the interior finish is the most visual It can make or break a project When meeting with a client to choose their tile and deck material we coordinate those choices with wide variety of colors available from CL Industries
Most customers have an idea of what color they want their water to be ndash deep blue lagoon look very light blue etc The color of the interior brings it all together It has to flow visually and not draw your eye to only 1 element of the entire project
The quality of product authorized installers warranty large variety of plaster products and textures
ldquoldquoldquoldquoldquo
ldquoldquoldquoldquoldquo
We recently sat down with owner John Garner Sr to get some insight into
the design process and his passion to set new standards of excellence
Explain the importance of the applicator in the pool construction process
How have the homeowners reacted to the finish product
For night time what kind of lighting did you use
What physical design elements did you incorporate to tie everything together in regard to water color
What finish did they select
In terms of water color what did the homeowner want and why
The entire CL Industriesrsquo team would like to thank John and John Garner Pools
for their submission and patronage
As a luxury custom pool builder it is imperative that you have a good relationship with your applicator and that you have the level of trust needed for completing your projects As mentioned the plaster can make or break the entire project
The homeowner is extremely pleased with the entire backyard paradise that has been created
5 Pentair Intellibrite color changing LED lights 5 Pentair LED laminar jets and 4 fire bowls
2x2 glass tile 1x1 glass tile on grotto wall silver travertine deck and coping
Crystal Stones Island Blue
This particular project is a little unusual for a residential setting as the pool is 100rsquo long and 12rsquo deep The homeowner wanted the deep blue look without being too dark since the pool is so deep
ldquo
ldquoldquoldquoldquoldquo
ldquo
ldquoldquo
ldquoldquo
ldquo
CL Industriesrsquo products are sold mainly through
a network of distributors Our largest distribution
partner is Pool Corp (and its subsidiaries SCP
Superior Pool Products and General Pool amp Spa
Supply) Every year in Dallas Texas Pool Corp
puts on its International Sales Conference which
functions essentially as an internal pool industry
product trade show This allows its vendors to
showcase their latest products all at once It also
provides the Pool Corp salesforce the education
necessary to successfully represent their vendors
Over 1000 Pool Corp employees attend the show
every year
CL Industries is a VIP Vendor and one of our
benefits is dedicated booth space at the show
We decided that this year would be a good year
to redesign our booth so that it reflects our
new visual branding Our goal was to create a
comfortable lounge like environment within our
booth Selling our products is all about creating
strong relationships and we wanted people
to feel relaxed when they visited our booth
We overhauled the entire booth adding new
couches branded pillows a coffee table with a
stainless steel tub (to fill with water and display
our product samples) high boy cocktail tables
flat screen TV custom rug and all new banners
We are pleased with the results and everyone
who visited the booth complimented us on the
redesign
The show is filled with activities great food
product demonstrations sales meetings awards
ceremonies and every evening is capped of
with a cocktail lsquohourrsquo On Monday and Tuesday
evenings Pool Corp dedicated one of the open
bars to be set up at our booth Two members of
Pool Corp Vendor Trade Show
our marketing team accompanied the sales staff
this year at our booth and they were able to get
the Monday Night football game (New Orleans
vs Miami) hooked up on our new TV With Pool
Corp being headquartered just outside of New
Orleans we had a pretty solid crowd at our
booth all night Overall this yearrsquos show was a big
success for us at CL Industries After undergoing
a complete brand reinvention it was important for
us to showcase our new messaging and image to
our biggest customer
How did you first get involved in the Pool Industry
I started out driving a truck for CL Industries and made job site deliveries
What is your position at CL Industries and what do you do in your role
I am the Orlando warehouse and transportation manager I maintain the warehouse to make sure we have the right stock of material to fulfill the orders I
also run the transportation department shipping the product and setting up the trucks for raw materials coming into CL Industries and material going out
How does your job impact the overall end productprocess (pool finish)
I complete the circle to make sure the end product gets to the end user
What do you like most about your job
The employees I work with and the relationship with our customers
What factors do you feel have made CL Industries a leader in this industry
Our great products and customer service
Jeff Shortt is one of our most valued employees not only by our own team but also by our customers
Jeff has been with our team for sometime now and originally came to us as a drivertransporter Since
that time Jeff has grown into managing our transport and logistics department Jeff takes great pride
in knowing that his department directly impacts the cycle of distribution and he also enjoys his role in
helping our customers succeed in their jobs by delivering quality material in a timely manner We are
thrilled to share with you a Q amp A with the man responsible making sure our products arrive to distributors
and job sites around the globe on time
We sat down with Jeff to discuss his experience in the industry future trends and what he feels makes CL
Industries the leader in pool finishes
Jeff Shortt CL Industriesrsquo Logistics Manager
EmployeeSpotlight
What would you like to accomplish with the company in the future
To keep improving our sales and customer service
What trends do you feel the future of the industry holds
I hope to keep making new products and see our innovative ideas come to life
What is your favorite CL Industries finish or product line
My favorite finishes would be in the Sunstone Pearl line
Tell us a story about how you have delivered for a client in a big way when they had a job on the line (examples bad weather sourcing of materials transport shut down etc)
Irsquove turned around emergency shipments within hours of the order request so the homeowner and builder stay on schedule and remain happy
We had one homeowner up in Pennsylvania and he said no one else would help him because he only needed one bag of plaster to repair his pool He called me in Orlando directly and we took care
of him The customer said ldquoI really appreciate you going out of your way to personally ship one bag all the way across the country I canrsquot thank you enoughrdquo
Behnd the scenes with Jeff
wwwclindustriescom
To get updates from our team follow us on Facebook Twitter Youtube and Flickr
copy Copyright 2013 All Rights Reserved
The elegant ldquoWomanrsquos Oasisrdquo pool was created as a year round entertainment area The pool sits next to a golf course and a salt marsh which is teeming with wild birds produces beautiful sunsets and catches cool ocean breezes In the summer months the ladies enjoy the soft feeling of lying on the polished marble sun bench In the cooler months you can soak in the elegant spa finished with Oceana Blu pool plaster and Ivory Travertine tile on the deck In the coldest months the ladies stay warm next to the fire pit within the recessed entertainment area Anytime of year the relaxing
sounds of nature and the poolrsquos waterfalls offer up poolside relaxation at the ldquoWomanrsquos Oasisrdquo
Click here to enjoy the ldquoWomanrsquos Oasisrdquo with them httpvimeocom72365759
If you would like your pool featured in our seasonal newsletter feel free to contact us and share your photos We always enjoy seeing our CL Industriesrsquo products make happy homeowners and happy builders
KrystalKretereg is made from naturersquos finest materials to
create the most luxurious quartz pool finish in the world
It is available in 14 distinct colors that will transform your
pool into a breathtaking masterpiece Michael Kopke CL
Industriesrsquo Midwest and Canada Sales Manager explains that
KrystalKretereg has become quite popular for every type of
pool in his region ldquoItrsquos so popular because of its value and
proven durability compared to traditional marcite finishesrdquo
Whether yoursquore looking for traditional elegance contemporary
flair or some combination of the two nothing captivates the
imagination like KrystalKretereg
KrystalKretereg combines the performance properties of
enriched Portland cement with factory-blended crystalline
aggregates These aggregates are enhanced with sparkling
colored quartz to create luster and strength that outshines
and outlasts traditional pool finishes We take great pride in
owning and sourcing all of our own raw materials This allows
use to manage the consistency strength and colors of our
aggregates Our sister company provides these specialized
ceramic coated aggregates and they have adopted the same
Luxurious Pool
Libertyville Illinois
This tropical oasis utilizes the natural
look with its rocky waterfalls curved
outline and the inviting water color
that KrystalKretereg Super Blue creates
Super Blue plastered on this sun bench
looks like an off white beach entry
calling you toward the pool The Super
Blue finish really shows its true colors
in the deep end when the pool sparkles
blue in the full mid-day sun The full
service tiki bar and Super Blue spa
create a paradise that many families
would love in their own back yard
Product Spotlight
reg
Ebony Pool
Midwest USA
This elegant pool was created to
enjoy during the warmer months in
the Midwest This swimming pool
and backyard landscaping are so well
constructed and maintained that
you canrsquot help be impressed by itrsquos
symmetrical design The KrystalKretereg
Ebony finish creates a dark sun bench
that stands out from the rest of the
ivory white home The deep end of the
pool is also plastered with the Ebony
finish and the warmer hues of blue
water make it much more inviting
for everyone to dive in
strict quality control program that CL Industries has created
and maintained over the years The ldquoNon-Fading Color Fast
Technologyrdquo and lasting attractiveness have kept builders and
applicators requesting this product year after year
Our pre-blended KrystalKretereg product is one of the only
pre-blended offerings available on the market We believe that
working with a pre-blended product (all ingredients in a ready
to mix bag) is imperative to achieve the greatest and most
enduring finish For new construction renovation or just to
show off KrystalKretereg sets the bar competition canrsquot reach
Contact your local CL Industries sales professional to discuss
the best finish options for your pool We have a finish for
every pool
reg
Pool of Innovation with John Garner Pools
Our Fall Pool of Innovation comes to us from the
great folks at John Garner Pools in Jacksonville
FL John Garner Pools is a family owned and
operated company that has been in business for
over 30 years The company is headed up by John
Garner Sr who recently completed his third year as
President of the Northeast Chapter of the Florida
Swimming Pool Association (also serves on the
Executive Committee of the FSPA) John Sr started
building and designing pools 44 years ago and his
son John Jr is following in his fatherrsquos footsteps
They pride themselves on combining function and
artistry to create the ultimate backyard paradise for
their customers
John Garner Pools started using CL Industries
finishes exclusively 20 years ago We sat down
with John Garner Sr recently to get his take
on the design process and gain some insight
on this incredible newly constructed pool The
homeowners had a grand vision and the finished
product isnrsquot your typical backyard pool
Pool Highlights bull Located in Ponte Vedra Beach FL
bull 2200 sq ft
bull 100 ft long
bull 12 ft deep
bull 5 Pentair LED Laminar Jets
bull 4 Fire Bowls
bull 20 ft slide
bull Waterfall and hidden grotto
QampAWhat do you like most about designingbuilding pools
Where do you get your inspiration from in the design process
Where does the interior finish of the pool come into the equation
How important are water color and texture in the design process
What do you like most about the CL Industriesrsquo product lines
We love working with homeowners to develop their dreams
Inspiration comes from many places the landscape we are working with plays a big part but ultimately the customerrsquos visions and plans for the use of their pool
As the final step in the actual construction process the interior finish is the most visual It can make or break a project When meeting with a client to choose their tile and deck material we coordinate those choices with wide variety of colors available from CL Industries
Most customers have an idea of what color they want their water to be ndash deep blue lagoon look very light blue etc The color of the interior brings it all together It has to flow visually and not draw your eye to only 1 element of the entire project
The quality of product authorized installers warranty large variety of plaster products and textures
ldquoldquoldquoldquoldquo
ldquoldquoldquoldquoldquo
We recently sat down with owner John Garner Sr to get some insight into
the design process and his passion to set new standards of excellence
Explain the importance of the applicator in the pool construction process
How have the homeowners reacted to the finish product
For night time what kind of lighting did you use
What physical design elements did you incorporate to tie everything together in regard to water color
What finish did they select
In terms of water color what did the homeowner want and why
The entire CL Industriesrsquo team would like to thank John and John Garner Pools
for their submission and patronage
As a luxury custom pool builder it is imperative that you have a good relationship with your applicator and that you have the level of trust needed for completing your projects As mentioned the plaster can make or break the entire project
The homeowner is extremely pleased with the entire backyard paradise that has been created
5 Pentair Intellibrite color changing LED lights 5 Pentair LED laminar jets and 4 fire bowls
2x2 glass tile 1x1 glass tile on grotto wall silver travertine deck and coping
Crystal Stones Island Blue
This particular project is a little unusual for a residential setting as the pool is 100rsquo long and 12rsquo deep The homeowner wanted the deep blue look without being too dark since the pool is so deep
ldquo
ldquoldquoldquoldquoldquo
ldquo
ldquoldquo
ldquoldquo
ldquo
CL Industriesrsquo products are sold mainly through
a network of distributors Our largest distribution
partner is Pool Corp (and its subsidiaries SCP
Superior Pool Products and General Pool amp Spa
Supply) Every year in Dallas Texas Pool Corp
puts on its International Sales Conference which
functions essentially as an internal pool industry
product trade show This allows its vendors to
showcase their latest products all at once It also
provides the Pool Corp salesforce the education
necessary to successfully represent their vendors
Over 1000 Pool Corp employees attend the show
every year
CL Industries is a VIP Vendor and one of our
benefits is dedicated booth space at the show
We decided that this year would be a good year
to redesign our booth so that it reflects our
new visual branding Our goal was to create a
comfortable lounge like environment within our
booth Selling our products is all about creating
strong relationships and we wanted people
to feel relaxed when they visited our booth
We overhauled the entire booth adding new
couches branded pillows a coffee table with a
stainless steel tub (to fill with water and display
our product samples) high boy cocktail tables
flat screen TV custom rug and all new banners
We are pleased with the results and everyone
who visited the booth complimented us on the
redesign
The show is filled with activities great food
product demonstrations sales meetings awards
ceremonies and every evening is capped of
with a cocktail lsquohourrsquo On Monday and Tuesday
evenings Pool Corp dedicated one of the open
bars to be set up at our booth Two members of
Pool Corp Vendor Trade Show
our marketing team accompanied the sales staff
this year at our booth and they were able to get
the Monday Night football game (New Orleans
vs Miami) hooked up on our new TV With Pool
Corp being headquartered just outside of New
Orleans we had a pretty solid crowd at our
booth all night Overall this yearrsquos show was a big
success for us at CL Industries After undergoing
a complete brand reinvention it was important for
us to showcase our new messaging and image to
our biggest customer
How did you first get involved in the Pool Industry
I started out driving a truck for CL Industries and made job site deliveries
What is your position at CL Industries and what do you do in your role
I am the Orlando warehouse and transportation manager I maintain the warehouse to make sure we have the right stock of material to fulfill the orders I
also run the transportation department shipping the product and setting up the trucks for raw materials coming into CL Industries and material going out
How does your job impact the overall end productprocess (pool finish)
I complete the circle to make sure the end product gets to the end user
What do you like most about your job
The employees I work with and the relationship with our customers
What factors do you feel have made CL Industries a leader in this industry
Our great products and customer service
Jeff Shortt is one of our most valued employees not only by our own team but also by our customers
Jeff has been with our team for sometime now and originally came to us as a drivertransporter Since
that time Jeff has grown into managing our transport and logistics department Jeff takes great pride
in knowing that his department directly impacts the cycle of distribution and he also enjoys his role in
helping our customers succeed in their jobs by delivering quality material in a timely manner We are
thrilled to share with you a Q amp A with the man responsible making sure our products arrive to distributors
and job sites around the globe on time
We sat down with Jeff to discuss his experience in the industry future trends and what he feels makes CL
Industries the leader in pool finishes
Jeff Shortt CL Industriesrsquo Logistics Manager
EmployeeSpotlight
What would you like to accomplish with the company in the future
To keep improving our sales and customer service
What trends do you feel the future of the industry holds
I hope to keep making new products and see our innovative ideas come to life
What is your favorite CL Industries finish or product line
My favorite finishes would be in the Sunstone Pearl line
Tell us a story about how you have delivered for a client in a big way when they had a job on the line (examples bad weather sourcing of materials transport shut down etc)
Irsquove turned around emergency shipments within hours of the order request so the homeowner and builder stay on schedule and remain happy
We had one homeowner up in Pennsylvania and he said no one else would help him because he only needed one bag of plaster to repair his pool He called me in Orlando directly and we took care
of him The customer said ldquoI really appreciate you going out of your way to personally ship one bag all the way across the country I canrsquot thank you enoughrdquo
Behnd the scenes with Jeff
wwwclindustriescom
To get updates from our team follow us on Facebook Twitter Youtube and Flickr
copy Copyright 2013 All Rights Reserved
KrystalKretereg is made from naturersquos finest materials to
create the most luxurious quartz pool finish in the world
It is available in 14 distinct colors that will transform your
pool into a breathtaking masterpiece Michael Kopke CL
Industriesrsquo Midwest and Canada Sales Manager explains that
KrystalKretereg has become quite popular for every type of
pool in his region ldquoItrsquos so popular because of its value and
proven durability compared to traditional marcite finishesrdquo
Whether yoursquore looking for traditional elegance contemporary
flair or some combination of the two nothing captivates the
imagination like KrystalKretereg
KrystalKretereg combines the performance properties of
enriched Portland cement with factory-blended crystalline
aggregates These aggregates are enhanced with sparkling
colored quartz to create luster and strength that outshines
and outlasts traditional pool finishes We take great pride in
owning and sourcing all of our own raw materials This allows
use to manage the consistency strength and colors of our
aggregates Our sister company provides these specialized
ceramic coated aggregates and they have adopted the same
Luxurious Pool
Libertyville Illinois
This tropical oasis utilizes the natural
look with its rocky waterfalls curved
outline and the inviting water color
that KrystalKretereg Super Blue creates
Super Blue plastered on this sun bench
looks like an off white beach entry
calling you toward the pool The Super
Blue finish really shows its true colors
in the deep end when the pool sparkles
blue in the full mid-day sun The full
service tiki bar and Super Blue spa
create a paradise that many families
would love in their own back yard
Product Spotlight
reg
Ebony Pool
Midwest USA
This elegant pool was created to
enjoy during the warmer months in
the Midwest This swimming pool
and backyard landscaping are so well
constructed and maintained that
you canrsquot help be impressed by itrsquos
symmetrical design The KrystalKretereg
Ebony finish creates a dark sun bench
that stands out from the rest of the
ivory white home The deep end of the
pool is also plastered with the Ebony
finish and the warmer hues of blue
water make it much more inviting
for everyone to dive in
strict quality control program that CL Industries has created
and maintained over the years The ldquoNon-Fading Color Fast
Technologyrdquo and lasting attractiveness have kept builders and
applicators requesting this product year after year
Our pre-blended KrystalKretereg product is one of the only
pre-blended offerings available on the market We believe that
working with a pre-blended product (all ingredients in a ready
to mix bag) is imperative to achieve the greatest and most
enduring finish For new construction renovation or just to
show off KrystalKretereg sets the bar competition canrsquot reach
Contact your local CL Industries sales professional to discuss
the best finish options for your pool We have a finish for
every pool
reg
Pool of Innovation with John Garner Pools
Our Fall Pool of Innovation comes to us from the
great folks at John Garner Pools in Jacksonville
FL John Garner Pools is a family owned and
operated company that has been in business for
over 30 years The company is headed up by John
Garner Sr who recently completed his third year as
President of the Northeast Chapter of the Florida
Swimming Pool Association (also serves on the
Executive Committee of the FSPA) John Sr started
building and designing pools 44 years ago and his
son John Jr is following in his fatherrsquos footsteps
They pride themselves on combining function and
artistry to create the ultimate backyard paradise for
their customers
John Garner Pools started using CL Industries
finishes exclusively 20 years ago We sat down
with John Garner Sr recently to get his take
on the design process and gain some insight
on this incredible newly constructed pool The
homeowners had a grand vision and the finished
product isnrsquot your typical backyard pool
Pool Highlights bull Located in Ponte Vedra Beach FL
bull 2200 sq ft
bull 100 ft long
bull 12 ft deep
bull 5 Pentair LED Laminar Jets
bull 4 Fire Bowls
bull 20 ft slide
bull Waterfall and hidden grotto
QampAWhat do you like most about designingbuilding pools
Where do you get your inspiration from in the design process
Where does the interior finish of the pool come into the equation
How important are water color and texture in the design process
What do you like most about the CL Industriesrsquo product lines
We love working with homeowners to develop their dreams
Inspiration comes from many places the landscape we are working with plays a big part but ultimately the customerrsquos visions and plans for the use of their pool
As the final step in the actual construction process the interior finish is the most visual It can make or break a project When meeting with a client to choose their tile and deck material we coordinate those choices with wide variety of colors available from CL Industries
Most customers have an idea of what color they want their water to be ndash deep blue lagoon look very light blue etc The color of the interior brings it all together It has to flow visually and not draw your eye to only 1 element of the entire project
The quality of product authorized installers warranty large variety of plaster products and textures
ldquoldquoldquoldquoldquo
ldquoldquoldquoldquoldquo
We recently sat down with owner John Garner Sr to get some insight into
the design process and his passion to set new standards of excellence
Explain the importance of the applicator in the pool construction process
How have the homeowners reacted to the finish product
For night time what kind of lighting did you use
What physical design elements did you incorporate to tie everything together in regard to water color
What finish did they select
In terms of water color what did the homeowner want and why
The entire CL Industriesrsquo team would like to thank John and John Garner Pools
for their submission and patronage
As a luxury custom pool builder it is imperative that you have a good relationship with your applicator and that you have the level of trust needed for completing your projects As mentioned the plaster can make or break the entire project
The homeowner is extremely pleased with the entire backyard paradise that has been created
5 Pentair Intellibrite color changing LED lights 5 Pentair LED laminar jets and 4 fire bowls
2x2 glass tile 1x1 glass tile on grotto wall silver travertine deck and coping
Crystal Stones Island Blue
This particular project is a little unusual for a residential setting as the pool is 100rsquo long and 12rsquo deep The homeowner wanted the deep blue look without being too dark since the pool is so deep
ldquo
ldquoldquoldquoldquoldquo
ldquo
ldquoldquo
ldquoldquo
ldquo
CL Industriesrsquo products are sold mainly through
a network of distributors Our largest distribution
partner is Pool Corp (and its subsidiaries SCP
Superior Pool Products and General Pool amp Spa
Supply) Every year in Dallas Texas Pool Corp
puts on its International Sales Conference which
functions essentially as an internal pool industry
product trade show This allows its vendors to
showcase their latest products all at once It also
provides the Pool Corp salesforce the education
necessary to successfully represent their vendors
Over 1000 Pool Corp employees attend the show
every year
CL Industries is a VIP Vendor and one of our
benefits is dedicated booth space at the show
We decided that this year would be a good year
to redesign our booth so that it reflects our
new visual branding Our goal was to create a
comfortable lounge like environment within our
booth Selling our products is all about creating
strong relationships and we wanted people
to feel relaxed when they visited our booth
We overhauled the entire booth adding new
couches branded pillows a coffee table with a
stainless steel tub (to fill with water and display
our product samples) high boy cocktail tables
flat screen TV custom rug and all new banners
We are pleased with the results and everyone
who visited the booth complimented us on the
redesign
The show is filled with activities great food
product demonstrations sales meetings awards
ceremonies and every evening is capped of
with a cocktail lsquohourrsquo On Monday and Tuesday
evenings Pool Corp dedicated one of the open
bars to be set up at our booth Two members of
Pool Corp Vendor Trade Show
our marketing team accompanied the sales staff
this year at our booth and they were able to get
the Monday Night football game (New Orleans
vs Miami) hooked up on our new TV With Pool
Corp being headquartered just outside of New
Orleans we had a pretty solid crowd at our
booth all night Overall this yearrsquos show was a big
success for us at CL Industries After undergoing
a complete brand reinvention it was important for
us to showcase our new messaging and image to
our biggest customer
How did you first get involved in the Pool Industry
I started out driving a truck for CL Industries and made job site deliveries
What is your position at CL Industries and what do you do in your role
I am the Orlando warehouse and transportation manager I maintain the warehouse to make sure we have the right stock of material to fulfill the orders I
also run the transportation department shipping the product and setting up the trucks for raw materials coming into CL Industries and material going out
How does your job impact the overall end productprocess (pool finish)
I complete the circle to make sure the end product gets to the end user
What do you like most about your job
The employees I work with and the relationship with our customers
What factors do you feel have made CL Industries a leader in this industry
Our great products and customer service
Jeff Shortt is one of our most valued employees not only by our own team but also by our customers
Jeff has been with our team for sometime now and originally came to us as a drivertransporter Since
that time Jeff has grown into managing our transport and logistics department Jeff takes great pride
in knowing that his department directly impacts the cycle of distribution and he also enjoys his role in
helping our customers succeed in their jobs by delivering quality material in a timely manner We are
thrilled to share with you a Q amp A with the man responsible making sure our products arrive to distributors
and job sites around the globe on time
We sat down with Jeff to discuss his experience in the industry future trends and what he feels makes CL
Industries the leader in pool finishes
Jeff Shortt CL Industriesrsquo Logistics Manager
EmployeeSpotlight
What would you like to accomplish with the company in the future
To keep improving our sales and customer service
What trends do you feel the future of the industry holds
I hope to keep making new products and see our innovative ideas come to life
What is your favorite CL Industries finish or product line
My favorite finishes would be in the Sunstone Pearl line
Tell us a story about how you have delivered for a client in a big way when they had a job on the line (examples bad weather sourcing of materials transport shut down etc)
Irsquove turned around emergency shipments within hours of the order request so the homeowner and builder stay on schedule and remain happy
We had one homeowner up in Pennsylvania and he said no one else would help him because he only needed one bag of plaster to repair his pool He called me in Orlando directly and we took care
of him The customer said ldquoI really appreciate you going out of your way to personally ship one bag all the way across the country I canrsquot thank you enoughrdquo
Behnd the scenes with Jeff
wwwclindustriescom
To get updates from our team follow us on Facebook Twitter Youtube and Flickr
copy Copyright 2013 All Rights Reserved
Ebony Pool
Midwest USA
This elegant pool was created to
enjoy during the warmer months in
the Midwest This swimming pool
and backyard landscaping are so well
constructed and maintained that
you canrsquot help be impressed by itrsquos
symmetrical design The KrystalKretereg
Ebony finish creates a dark sun bench
that stands out from the rest of the
ivory white home The deep end of the
pool is also plastered with the Ebony
finish and the warmer hues of blue
water make it much more inviting
for everyone to dive in
strict quality control program that CL Industries has created
and maintained over the years The ldquoNon-Fading Color Fast
Technologyrdquo and lasting attractiveness have kept builders and
applicators requesting this product year after year
Our pre-blended KrystalKretereg product is one of the only
pre-blended offerings available on the market We believe that
working with a pre-blended product (all ingredients in a ready
to mix bag) is imperative to achieve the greatest and most
enduring finish For new construction renovation or just to
show off KrystalKretereg sets the bar competition canrsquot reach
Contact your local CL Industries sales professional to discuss
the best finish options for your pool We have a finish for
every pool
reg
Pool of Innovation with John Garner Pools
Our Fall Pool of Innovation comes to us from the
great folks at John Garner Pools in Jacksonville
FL John Garner Pools is a family owned and
operated company that has been in business for
over 30 years The company is headed up by John
Garner Sr who recently completed his third year as
President of the Northeast Chapter of the Florida
Swimming Pool Association (also serves on the
Executive Committee of the FSPA) John Sr started
building and designing pools 44 years ago and his
son John Jr is following in his fatherrsquos footsteps
They pride themselves on combining function and
artistry to create the ultimate backyard paradise for
their customers
John Garner Pools started using CL Industries
finishes exclusively 20 years ago We sat down
with John Garner Sr recently to get his take
on the design process and gain some insight
on this incredible newly constructed pool The
homeowners had a grand vision and the finished
product isnrsquot your typical backyard pool
Pool Highlights bull Located in Ponte Vedra Beach FL
bull 2200 sq ft
bull 100 ft long
bull 12 ft deep
bull 5 Pentair LED Laminar Jets
bull 4 Fire Bowls
bull 20 ft slide
bull Waterfall and hidden grotto
QampAWhat do you like most about designingbuilding pools
Where do you get your inspiration from in the design process
Where does the interior finish of the pool come into the equation
How important are water color and texture in the design process
What do you like most about the CL Industriesrsquo product lines
We love working with homeowners to develop their dreams
Inspiration comes from many places the landscape we are working with plays a big part but ultimately the customerrsquos visions and plans for the use of their pool
As the final step in the actual construction process the interior finish is the most visual It can make or break a project When meeting with a client to choose their tile and deck material we coordinate those choices with wide variety of colors available from CL Industries
Most customers have an idea of what color they want their water to be ndash deep blue lagoon look very light blue etc The color of the interior brings it all together It has to flow visually and not draw your eye to only 1 element of the entire project
The quality of product authorized installers warranty large variety of plaster products and textures
ldquoldquoldquoldquoldquo
ldquoldquoldquoldquoldquo
We recently sat down with owner John Garner Sr to get some insight into
the design process and his passion to set new standards of excellence
Explain the importance of the applicator in the pool construction process
How have the homeowners reacted to the finish product
For night time what kind of lighting did you use
What physical design elements did you incorporate to tie everything together in regard to water color
What finish did they select
In terms of water color what did the homeowner want and why
The entire CL Industriesrsquo team would like to thank John and John Garner Pools
for their submission and patronage
As a luxury custom pool builder it is imperative that you have a good relationship with your applicator and that you have the level of trust needed for completing your projects As mentioned the plaster can make or break the entire project
The homeowner is extremely pleased with the entire backyard paradise that has been created
5 Pentair Intellibrite color changing LED lights 5 Pentair LED laminar jets and 4 fire bowls
2x2 glass tile 1x1 glass tile on grotto wall silver travertine deck and coping
Crystal Stones Island Blue
This particular project is a little unusual for a residential setting as the pool is 100rsquo long and 12rsquo deep The homeowner wanted the deep blue look without being too dark since the pool is so deep
ldquo
ldquoldquoldquoldquoldquo
ldquo
ldquoldquo
ldquoldquo
ldquo
CL Industriesrsquo products are sold mainly through
a network of distributors Our largest distribution
partner is Pool Corp (and its subsidiaries SCP
Superior Pool Products and General Pool amp Spa
Supply) Every year in Dallas Texas Pool Corp
puts on its International Sales Conference which
functions essentially as an internal pool industry
product trade show This allows its vendors to
showcase their latest products all at once It also
provides the Pool Corp salesforce the education
necessary to successfully represent their vendors
Over 1000 Pool Corp employees attend the show
every year
CL Industries is a VIP Vendor and one of our
benefits is dedicated booth space at the show
We decided that this year would be a good year
to redesign our booth so that it reflects our
new visual branding Our goal was to create a
comfortable lounge like environment within our
booth Selling our products is all about creating
strong relationships and we wanted people
to feel relaxed when they visited our booth
We overhauled the entire booth adding new
couches branded pillows a coffee table with a
stainless steel tub (to fill with water and display
our product samples) high boy cocktail tables
flat screen TV custom rug and all new banners
We are pleased with the results and everyone
who visited the booth complimented us on the
redesign
The show is filled with activities great food
product demonstrations sales meetings awards
ceremonies and every evening is capped of
with a cocktail lsquohourrsquo On Monday and Tuesday
evenings Pool Corp dedicated one of the open
bars to be set up at our booth Two members of
Pool Corp Vendor Trade Show
our marketing team accompanied the sales staff
this year at our booth and they were able to get
the Monday Night football game (New Orleans
vs Miami) hooked up on our new TV With Pool
Corp being headquartered just outside of New
Orleans we had a pretty solid crowd at our
booth all night Overall this yearrsquos show was a big
success for us at CL Industries After undergoing
a complete brand reinvention it was important for
us to showcase our new messaging and image to
our biggest customer
How did you first get involved in the Pool Industry
I started out driving a truck for CL Industries and made job site deliveries
What is your position at CL Industries and what do you do in your role
I am the Orlando warehouse and transportation manager I maintain the warehouse to make sure we have the right stock of material to fulfill the orders I
also run the transportation department shipping the product and setting up the trucks for raw materials coming into CL Industries and material going out
How does your job impact the overall end productprocess (pool finish)
I complete the circle to make sure the end product gets to the end user
What do you like most about your job
The employees I work with and the relationship with our customers
What factors do you feel have made CL Industries a leader in this industry
Our great products and customer service
Jeff Shortt is one of our most valued employees not only by our own team but also by our customers
Jeff has been with our team for sometime now and originally came to us as a drivertransporter Since
that time Jeff has grown into managing our transport and logistics department Jeff takes great pride
in knowing that his department directly impacts the cycle of distribution and he also enjoys his role in
helping our customers succeed in their jobs by delivering quality material in a timely manner We are
thrilled to share with you a Q amp A with the man responsible making sure our products arrive to distributors
and job sites around the globe on time
We sat down with Jeff to discuss his experience in the industry future trends and what he feels makes CL
Industries the leader in pool finishes
Jeff Shortt CL Industriesrsquo Logistics Manager
EmployeeSpotlight
What would you like to accomplish with the company in the future
To keep improving our sales and customer service
What trends do you feel the future of the industry holds
I hope to keep making new products and see our innovative ideas come to life
What is your favorite CL Industries finish or product line
My favorite finishes would be in the Sunstone Pearl line
Tell us a story about how you have delivered for a client in a big way when they had a job on the line (examples bad weather sourcing of materials transport shut down etc)
Irsquove turned around emergency shipments within hours of the order request so the homeowner and builder stay on schedule and remain happy
We had one homeowner up in Pennsylvania and he said no one else would help him because he only needed one bag of plaster to repair his pool He called me in Orlando directly and we took care
of him The customer said ldquoI really appreciate you going out of your way to personally ship one bag all the way across the country I canrsquot thank you enoughrdquo
Behnd the scenes with Jeff
wwwclindustriescom
To get updates from our team follow us on Facebook Twitter Youtube and Flickr
copy Copyright 2013 All Rights Reserved
Pool of Innovation with John Garner Pools
Our Fall Pool of Innovation comes to us from the
great folks at John Garner Pools in Jacksonville
FL John Garner Pools is a family owned and
operated company that has been in business for
over 30 years The company is headed up by John
Garner Sr who recently completed his third year as
President of the Northeast Chapter of the Florida
Swimming Pool Association (also serves on the
Executive Committee of the FSPA) John Sr started
building and designing pools 44 years ago and his
son John Jr is following in his fatherrsquos footsteps
They pride themselves on combining function and
artistry to create the ultimate backyard paradise for
their customers
John Garner Pools started using CL Industries
finishes exclusively 20 years ago We sat down
with John Garner Sr recently to get his take
on the design process and gain some insight
on this incredible newly constructed pool The
homeowners had a grand vision and the finished
product isnrsquot your typical backyard pool
Pool Highlights bull Located in Ponte Vedra Beach FL
bull 2200 sq ft
bull 100 ft long
bull 12 ft deep
bull 5 Pentair LED Laminar Jets
bull 4 Fire Bowls
bull 20 ft slide
bull Waterfall and hidden grotto
QampAWhat do you like most about designingbuilding pools
Where do you get your inspiration from in the design process
Where does the interior finish of the pool come into the equation
How important are water color and texture in the design process
What do you like most about the CL Industriesrsquo product lines
We love working with homeowners to develop their dreams
Inspiration comes from many places the landscape we are working with plays a big part but ultimately the customerrsquos visions and plans for the use of their pool
As the final step in the actual construction process the interior finish is the most visual It can make or break a project When meeting with a client to choose their tile and deck material we coordinate those choices with wide variety of colors available from CL Industries
Most customers have an idea of what color they want their water to be ndash deep blue lagoon look very light blue etc The color of the interior brings it all together It has to flow visually and not draw your eye to only 1 element of the entire project
The quality of product authorized installers warranty large variety of plaster products and textures
ldquoldquoldquoldquoldquo
ldquoldquoldquoldquoldquo
We recently sat down with owner John Garner Sr to get some insight into
the design process and his passion to set new standards of excellence
Explain the importance of the applicator in the pool construction process
How have the homeowners reacted to the finish product
For night time what kind of lighting did you use
What physical design elements did you incorporate to tie everything together in regard to water color
What finish did they select
In terms of water color what did the homeowner want and why
The entire CL Industriesrsquo team would like to thank John and John Garner Pools
for their submission and patronage
As a luxury custom pool builder it is imperative that you have a good relationship with your applicator and that you have the level of trust needed for completing your projects As mentioned the plaster can make or break the entire project
The homeowner is extremely pleased with the entire backyard paradise that has been created
5 Pentair Intellibrite color changing LED lights 5 Pentair LED laminar jets and 4 fire bowls
2x2 glass tile 1x1 glass tile on grotto wall silver travertine deck and coping
Crystal Stones Island Blue
This particular project is a little unusual for a residential setting as the pool is 100rsquo long and 12rsquo deep The homeowner wanted the deep blue look without being too dark since the pool is so deep
ldquo
ldquoldquoldquoldquoldquo
ldquo
ldquoldquo
ldquoldquo
ldquo
CL Industriesrsquo products are sold mainly through
a network of distributors Our largest distribution
partner is Pool Corp (and its subsidiaries SCP
Superior Pool Products and General Pool amp Spa
Supply) Every year in Dallas Texas Pool Corp
puts on its International Sales Conference which
functions essentially as an internal pool industry
product trade show This allows its vendors to
showcase their latest products all at once It also
provides the Pool Corp salesforce the education
necessary to successfully represent their vendors
Over 1000 Pool Corp employees attend the show
every year
CL Industries is a VIP Vendor and one of our
benefits is dedicated booth space at the show
We decided that this year would be a good year
to redesign our booth so that it reflects our
new visual branding Our goal was to create a
comfortable lounge like environment within our
booth Selling our products is all about creating
strong relationships and we wanted people
to feel relaxed when they visited our booth
We overhauled the entire booth adding new
couches branded pillows a coffee table with a
stainless steel tub (to fill with water and display
our product samples) high boy cocktail tables
flat screen TV custom rug and all new banners
We are pleased with the results and everyone
who visited the booth complimented us on the
redesign
The show is filled with activities great food
product demonstrations sales meetings awards
ceremonies and every evening is capped of
with a cocktail lsquohourrsquo On Monday and Tuesday
evenings Pool Corp dedicated one of the open
bars to be set up at our booth Two members of
Pool Corp Vendor Trade Show
our marketing team accompanied the sales staff
this year at our booth and they were able to get
the Monday Night football game (New Orleans
vs Miami) hooked up on our new TV With Pool
Corp being headquartered just outside of New
Orleans we had a pretty solid crowd at our
booth all night Overall this yearrsquos show was a big
success for us at CL Industries After undergoing
a complete brand reinvention it was important for
us to showcase our new messaging and image to
our biggest customer
How did you first get involved in the Pool Industry
I started out driving a truck for CL Industries and made job site deliveries
What is your position at CL Industries and what do you do in your role
I am the Orlando warehouse and transportation manager I maintain the warehouse to make sure we have the right stock of material to fulfill the orders I
also run the transportation department shipping the product and setting up the trucks for raw materials coming into CL Industries and material going out
How does your job impact the overall end productprocess (pool finish)
I complete the circle to make sure the end product gets to the end user
What do you like most about your job
The employees I work with and the relationship with our customers
What factors do you feel have made CL Industries a leader in this industry
Our great products and customer service
Jeff Shortt is one of our most valued employees not only by our own team but also by our customers
Jeff has been with our team for sometime now and originally came to us as a drivertransporter Since
that time Jeff has grown into managing our transport and logistics department Jeff takes great pride
in knowing that his department directly impacts the cycle of distribution and he also enjoys his role in
helping our customers succeed in their jobs by delivering quality material in a timely manner We are
thrilled to share with you a Q amp A with the man responsible making sure our products arrive to distributors
and job sites around the globe on time
We sat down with Jeff to discuss his experience in the industry future trends and what he feels makes CL
Industries the leader in pool finishes
Jeff Shortt CL Industriesrsquo Logistics Manager
EmployeeSpotlight
What would you like to accomplish with the company in the future
To keep improving our sales and customer service
What trends do you feel the future of the industry holds
I hope to keep making new products and see our innovative ideas come to life
What is your favorite CL Industries finish or product line
My favorite finishes would be in the Sunstone Pearl line
Tell us a story about how you have delivered for a client in a big way when they had a job on the line (examples bad weather sourcing of materials transport shut down etc)
Irsquove turned around emergency shipments within hours of the order request so the homeowner and builder stay on schedule and remain happy
We had one homeowner up in Pennsylvania and he said no one else would help him because he only needed one bag of plaster to repair his pool He called me in Orlando directly and we took care
of him The customer said ldquoI really appreciate you going out of your way to personally ship one bag all the way across the country I canrsquot thank you enoughrdquo
Behnd the scenes with Jeff
wwwclindustriescom
To get updates from our team follow us on Facebook Twitter Youtube and Flickr
copy Copyright 2013 All Rights Reserved
QampAWhat do you like most about designingbuilding pools
Where do you get your inspiration from in the design process
Where does the interior finish of the pool come into the equation
How important are water color and texture in the design process
What do you like most about the CL Industriesrsquo product lines
We love working with homeowners to develop their dreams
Inspiration comes from many places the landscape we are working with plays a big part but ultimately the customerrsquos visions and plans for the use of their pool
As the final step in the actual construction process the interior finish is the most visual It can make or break a project When meeting with a client to choose their tile and deck material we coordinate those choices with wide variety of colors available from CL Industries
Most customers have an idea of what color they want their water to be ndash deep blue lagoon look very light blue etc The color of the interior brings it all together It has to flow visually and not draw your eye to only 1 element of the entire project
The quality of product authorized installers warranty large variety of plaster products and textures
ldquoldquoldquoldquoldquo
ldquoldquoldquoldquoldquo
We recently sat down with owner John Garner Sr to get some insight into
the design process and his passion to set new standards of excellence
Explain the importance of the applicator in the pool construction process
How have the homeowners reacted to the finish product
For night time what kind of lighting did you use
What physical design elements did you incorporate to tie everything together in regard to water color
What finish did they select
In terms of water color what did the homeowner want and why
The entire CL Industriesrsquo team would like to thank John and John Garner Pools
for their submission and patronage
As a luxury custom pool builder it is imperative that you have a good relationship with your applicator and that you have the level of trust needed for completing your projects As mentioned the plaster can make or break the entire project
The homeowner is extremely pleased with the entire backyard paradise that has been created
5 Pentair Intellibrite color changing LED lights 5 Pentair LED laminar jets and 4 fire bowls
2x2 glass tile 1x1 glass tile on grotto wall silver travertine deck and coping
Crystal Stones Island Blue
This particular project is a little unusual for a residential setting as the pool is 100rsquo long and 12rsquo deep The homeowner wanted the deep blue look without being too dark since the pool is so deep
ldquo
ldquoldquoldquoldquoldquo
ldquo
ldquoldquo
ldquoldquo
ldquo
CL Industriesrsquo products are sold mainly through
a network of distributors Our largest distribution
partner is Pool Corp (and its subsidiaries SCP
Superior Pool Products and General Pool amp Spa
Supply) Every year in Dallas Texas Pool Corp
puts on its International Sales Conference which
functions essentially as an internal pool industry
product trade show This allows its vendors to
showcase their latest products all at once It also
provides the Pool Corp salesforce the education
necessary to successfully represent their vendors
Over 1000 Pool Corp employees attend the show
every year
CL Industries is a VIP Vendor and one of our
benefits is dedicated booth space at the show
We decided that this year would be a good year
to redesign our booth so that it reflects our
new visual branding Our goal was to create a
comfortable lounge like environment within our
booth Selling our products is all about creating
strong relationships and we wanted people
to feel relaxed when they visited our booth
We overhauled the entire booth adding new
couches branded pillows a coffee table with a
stainless steel tub (to fill with water and display
our product samples) high boy cocktail tables
flat screen TV custom rug and all new banners
We are pleased with the results and everyone
who visited the booth complimented us on the
redesign
The show is filled with activities great food
product demonstrations sales meetings awards
ceremonies and every evening is capped of
with a cocktail lsquohourrsquo On Monday and Tuesday
evenings Pool Corp dedicated one of the open
bars to be set up at our booth Two members of
Pool Corp Vendor Trade Show
our marketing team accompanied the sales staff
this year at our booth and they were able to get
the Monday Night football game (New Orleans
vs Miami) hooked up on our new TV With Pool
Corp being headquartered just outside of New
Orleans we had a pretty solid crowd at our
booth all night Overall this yearrsquos show was a big
success for us at CL Industries After undergoing
a complete brand reinvention it was important for
us to showcase our new messaging and image to
our biggest customer
How did you first get involved in the Pool Industry
I started out driving a truck for CL Industries and made job site deliveries
What is your position at CL Industries and what do you do in your role
I am the Orlando warehouse and transportation manager I maintain the warehouse to make sure we have the right stock of material to fulfill the orders I
also run the transportation department shipping the product and setting up the trucks for raw materials coming into CL Industries and material going out
How does your job impact the overall end productprocess (pool finish)
I complete the circle to make sure the end product gets to the end user
What do you like most about your job
The employees I work with and the relationship with our customers
What factors do you feel have made CL Industries a leader in this industry
Our great products and customer service
Jeff Shortt is one of our most valued employees not only by our own team but also by our customers
Jeff has been with our team for sometime now and originally came to us as a drivertransporter Since
that time Jeff has grown into managing our transport and logistics department Jeff takes great pride
in knowing that his department directly impacts the cycle of distribution and he also enjoys his role in
helping our customers succeed in their jobs by delivering quality material in a timely manner We are
thrilled to share with you a Q amp A with the man responsible making sure our products arrive to distributors
and job sites around the globe on time
We sat down with Jeff to discuss his experience in the industry future trends and what he feels makes CL
Industries the leader in pool finishes
Jeff Shortt CL Industriesrsquo Logistics Manager
EmployeeSpotlight
What would you like to accomplish with the company in the future
To keep improving our sales and customer service
What trends do you feel the future of the industry holds
I hope to keep making new products and see our innovative ideas come to life
What is your favorite CL Industries finish or product line
My favorite finishes would be in the Sunstone Pearl line
Tell us a story about how you have delivered for a client in a big way when they had a job on the line (examples bad weather sourcing of materials transport shut down etc)
Irsquove turned around emergency shipments within hours of the order request so the homeowner and builder stay on schedule and remain happy
We had one homeowner up in Pennsylvania and he said no one else would help him because he only needed one bag of plaster to repair his pool He called me in Orlando directly and we took care
of him The customer said ldquoI really appreciate you going out of your way to personally ship one bag all the way across the country I canrsquot thank you enoughrdquo
Behnd the scenes with Jeff
wwwclindustriescom
To get updates from our team follow us on Facebook Twitter Youtube and Flickr
copy Copyright 2013 All Rights Reserved
Explain the importance of the applicator in the pool construction process
How have the homeowners reacted to the finish product
For night time what kind of lighting did you use
What physical design elements did you incorporate to tie everything together in regard to water color
What finish did they select
In terms of water color what did the homeowner want and why
The entire CL Industriesrsquo team would like to thank John and John Garner Pools
for their submission and patronage
As a luxury custom pool builder it is imperative that you have a good relationship with your applicator and that you have the level of trust needed for completing your projects As mentioned the plaster can make or break the entire project
The homeowner is extremely pleased with the entire backyard paradise that has been created
5 Pentair Intellibrite color changing LED lights 5 Pentair LED laminar jets and 4 fire bowls
2x2 glass tile 1x1 glass tile on grotto wall silver travertine deck and coping
Crystal Stones Island Blue
This particular project is a little unusual for a residential setting as the pool is 100rsquo long and 12rsquo deep The homeowner wanted the deep blue look without being too dark since the pool is so deep
ldquo
ldquoldquoldquoldquoldquo
ldquo
ldquoldquo
ldquoldquo
ldquo
CL Industriesrsquo products are sold mainly through
a network of distributors Our largest distribution
partner is Pool Corp (and its subsidiaries SCP
Superior Pool Products and General Pool amp Spa
Supply) Every year in Dallas Texas Pool Corp
puts on its International Sales Conference which
functions essentially as an internal pool industry
product trade show This allows its vendors to
showcase their latest products all at once It also
provides the Pool Corp salesforce the education
necessary to successfully represent their vendors
Over 1000 Pool Corp employees attend the show
every year
CL Industries is a VIP Vendor and one of our
benefits is dedicated booth space at the show
We decided that this year would be a good year
to redesign our booth so that it reflects our
new visual branding Our goal was to create a
comfortable lounge like environment within our
booth Selling our products is all about creating
strong relationships and we wanted people
to feel relaxed when they visited our booth
We overhauled the entire booth adding new
couches branded pillows a coffee table with a
stainless steel tub (to fill with water and display
our product samples) high boy cocktail tables
flat screen TV custom rug and all new banners
We are pleased with the results and everyone
who visited the booth complimented us on the
redesign
The show is filled with activities great food
product demonstrations sales meetings awards
ceremonies and every evening is capped of
with a cocktail lsquohourrsquo On Monday and Tuesday
evenings Pool Corp dedicated one of the open
bars to be set up at our booth Two members of
Pool Corp Vendor Trade Show
our marketing team accompanied the sales staff
this year at our booth and they were able to get
the Monday Night football game (New Orleans
vs Miami) hooked up on our new TV With Pool
Corp being headquartered just outside of New
Orleans we had a pretty solid crowd at our
booth all night Overall this yearrsquos show was a big
success for us at CL Industries After undergoing
a complete brand reinvention it was important for
us to showcase our new messaging and image to
our biggest customer
How did you first get involved in the Pool Industry
I started out driving a truck for CL Industries and made job site deliveries
What is your position at CL Industries and what do you do in your role
I am the Orlando warehouse and transportation manager I maintain the warehouse to make sure we have the right stock of material to fulfill the orders I
also run the transportation department shipping the product and setting up the trucks for raw materials coming into CL Industries and material going out
How does your job impact the overall end productprocess (pool finish)
I complete the circle to make sure the end product gets to the end user
What do you like most about your job
The employees I work with and the relationship with our customers
What factors do you feel have made CL Industries a leader in this industry
Our great products and customer service
Jeff Shortt is one of our most valued employees not only by our own team but also by our customers
Jeff has been with our team for sometime now and originally came to us as a drivertransporter Since
that time Jeff has grown into managing our transport and logistics department Jeff takes great pride
in knowing that his department directly impacts the cycle of distribution and he also enjoys his role in
helping our customers succeed in their jobs by delivering quality material in a timely manner We are
thrilled to share with you a Q amp A with the man responsible making sure our products arrive to distributors
and job sites around the globe on time
We sat down with Jeff to discuss his experience in the industry future trends and what he feels makes CL
Industries the leader in pool finishes
Jeff Shortt CL Industriesrsquo Logistics Manager
EmployeeSpotlight
What would you like to accomplish with the company in the future
To keep improving our sales and customer service
What trends do you feel the future of the industry holds
I hope to keep making new products and see our innovative ideas come to life
What is your favorite CL Industries finish or product line
My favorite finishes would be in the Sunstone Pearl line
Tell us a story about how you have delivered for a client in a big way when they had a job on the line (examples bad weather sourcing of materials transport shut down etc)
Irsquove turned around emergency shipments within hours of the order request so the homeowner and builder stay on schedule and remain happy
We had one homeowner up in Pennsylvania and he said no one else would help him because he only needed one bag of plaster to repair his pool He called me in Orlando directly and we took care
of him The customer said ldquoI really appreciate you going out of your way to personally ship one bag all the way across the country I canrsquot thank you enoughrdquo
Behnd the scenes with Jeff
wwwclindustriescom
To get updates from our team follow us on Facebook Twitter Youtube and Flickr
copy Copyright 2013 All Rights Reserved
CL Industriesrsquo products are sold mainly through
a network of distributors Our largest distribution
partner is Pool Corp (and its subsidiaries SCP
Superior Pool Products and General Pool amp Spa
Supply) Every year in Dallas Texas Pool Corp
puts on its International Sales Conference which
functions essentially as an internal pool industry
product trade show This allows its vendors to
showcase their latest products all at once It also
provides the Pool Corp salesforce the education
necessary to successfully represent their vendors
Over 1000 Pool Corp employees attend the show
every year
CL Industries is a VIP Vendor and one of our
benefits is dedicated booth space at the show
We decided that this year would be a good year
to redesign our booth so that it reflects our
new visual branding Our goal was to create a
comfortable lounge like environment within our
booth Selling our products is all about creating
strong relationships and we wanted people
to feel relaxed when they visited our booth
We overhauled the entire booth adding new
couches branded pillows a coffee table with a
stainless steel tub (to fill with water and display
our product samples) high boy cocktail tables
flat screen TV custom rug and all new banners
We are pleased with the results and everyone
who visited the booth complimented us on the
redesign
The show is filled with activities great food
product demonstrations sales meetings awards
ceremonies and every evening is capped of
with a cocktail lsquohourrsquo On Monday and Tuesday
evenings Pool Corp dedicated one of the open
bars to be set up at our booth Two members of
Pool Corp Vendor Trade Show
our marketing team accompanied the sales staff
this year at our booth and they were able to get
the Monday Night football game (New Orleans
vs Miami) hooked up on our new TV With Pool
Corp being headquartered just outside of New
Orleans we had a pretty solid crowd at our
booth all night Overall this yearrsquos show was a big
success for us at CL Industries After undergoing
a complete brand reinvention it was important for
us to showcase our new messaging and image to
our biggest customer
How did you first get involved in the Pool Industry
I started out driving a truck for CL Industries and made job site deliveries
What is your position at CL Industries and what do you do in your role
I am the Orlando warehouse and transportation manager I maintain the warehouse to make sure we have the right stock of material to fulfill the orders I
also run the transportation department shipping the product and setting up the trucks for raw materials coming into CL Industries and material going out
How does your job impact the overall end productprocess (pool finish)
I complete the circle to make sure the end product gets to the end user
What do you like most about your job
The employees I work with and the relationship with our customers
What factors do you feel have made CL Industries a leader in this industry
Our great products and customer service
Jeff Shortt is one of our most valued employees not only by our own team but also by our customers
Jeff has been with our team for sometime now and originally came to us as a drivertransporter Since
that time Jeff has grown into managing our transport and logistics department Jeff takes great pride
in knowing that his department directly impacts the cycle of distribution and he also enjoys his role in
helping our customers succeed in their jobs by delivering quality material in a timely manner We are
thrilled to share with you a Q amp A with the man responsible making sure our products arrive to distributors
and job sites around the globe on time
We sat down with Jeff to discuss his experience in the industry future trends and what he feels makes CL
Industries the leader in pool finishes
Jeff Shortt CL Industriesrsquo Logistics Manager
EmployeeSpotlight
What would you like to accomplish with the company in the future
To keep improving our sales and customer service
What trends do you feel the future of the industry holds
I hope to keep making new products and see our innovative ideas come to life
What is your favorite CL Industries finish or product line
My favorite finishes would be in the Sunstone Pearl line
Tell us a story about how you have delivered for a client in a big way when they had a job on the line (examples bad weather sourcing of materials transport shut down etc)
Irsquove turned around emergency shipments within hours of the order request so the homeowner and builder stay on schedule and remain happy
We had one homeowner up in Pennsylvania and he said no one else would help him because he only needed one bag of plaster to repair his pool He called me in Orlando directly and we took care
of him The customer said ldquoI really appreciate you going out of your way to personally ship one bag all the way across the country I canrsquot thank you enoughrdquo
Behnd the scenes with Jeff
wwwclindustriescom
To get updates from our team follow us on Facebook Twitter Youtube and Flickr
copy Copyright 2013 All Rights Reserved
our marketing team accompanied the sales staff
this year at our booth and they were able to get
the Monday Night football game (New Orleans
vs Miami) hooked up on our new TV With Pool
Corp being headquartered just outside of New
Orleans we had a pretty solid crowd at our
booth all night Overall this yearrsquos show was a big
success for us at CL Industries After undergoing
a complete brand reinvention it was important for
us to showcase our new messaging and image to
our biggest customer
How did you first get involved in the Pool Industry
I started out driving a truck for CL Industries and made job site deliveries
What is your position at CL Industries and what do you do in your role
I am the Orlando warehouse and transportation manager I maintain the warehouse to make sure we have the right stock of material to fulfill the orders I
also run the transportation department shipping the product and setting up the trucks for raw materials coming into CL Industries and material going out
How does your job impact the overall end productprocess (pool finish)
I complete the circle to make sure the end product gets to the end user
What do you like most about your job
The employees I work with and the relationship with our customers
What factors do you feel have made CL Industries a leader in this industry
Our great products and customer service
Jeff Shortt is one of our most valued employees not only by our own team but also by our customers
Jeff has been with our team for sometime now and originally came to us as a drivertransporter Since
that time Jeff has grown into managing our transport and logistics department Jeff takes great pride
in knowing that his department directly impacts the cycle of distribution and he also enjoys his role in
helping our customers succeed in their jobs by delivering quality material in a timely manner We are
thrilled to share with you a Q amp A with the man responsible making sure our products arrive to distributors
and job sites around the globe on time
We sat down with Jeff to discuss his experience in the industry future trends and what he feels makes CL
Industries the leader in pool finishes
Jeff Shortt CL Industriesrsquo Logistics Manager
EmployeeSpotlight
What would you like to accomplish with the company in the future
To keep improving our sales and customer service
What trends do you feel the future of the industry holds
I hope to keep making new products and see our innovative ideas come to life
What is your favorite CL Industries finish or product line
My favorite finishes would be in the Sunstone Pearl line
Tell us a story about how you have delivered for a client in a big way when they had a job on the line (examples bad weather sourcing of materials transport shut down etc)
Irsquove turned around emergency shipments within hours of the order request so the homeowner and builder stay on schedule and remain happy
We had one homeowner up in Pennsylvania and he said no one else would help him because he only needed one bag of plaster to repair his pool He called me in Orlando directly and we took care
of him The customer said ldquoI really appreciate you going out of your way to personally ship one bag all the way across the country I canrsquot thank you enoughrdquo
Behnd the scenes with Jeff
wwwclindustriescom
To get updates from our team follow us on Facebook Twitter Youtube and Flickr
copy Copyright 2013 All Rights Reserved
How did you first get involved in the Pool Industry
I started out driving a truck for CL Industries and made job site deliveries
What is your position at CL Industries and what do you do in your role
I am the Orlando warehouse and transportation manager I maintain the warehouse to make sure we have the right stock of material to fulfill the orders I
also run the transportation department shipping the product and setting up the trucks for raw materials coming into CL Industries and material going out
How does your job impact the overall end productprocess (pool finish)
I complete the circle to make sure the end product gets to the end user
What do you like most about your job
The employees I work with and the relationship with our customers
What factors do you feel have made CL Industries a leader in this industry
Our great products and customer service
Jeff Shortt is one of our most valued employees not only by our own team but also by our customers
Jeff has been with our team for sometime now and originally came to us as a drivertransporter Since
that time Jeff has grown into managing our transport and logistics department Jeff takes great pride
in knowing that his department directly impacts the cycle of distribution and he also enjoys his role in
helping our customers succeed in their jobs by delivering quality material in a timely manner We are
thrilled to share with you a Q amp A with the man responsible making sure our products arrive to distributors
and job sites around the globe on time
We sat down with Jeff to discuss his experience in the industry future trends and what he feels makes CL
Industries the leader in pool finishes
Jeff Shortt CL Industriesrsquo Logistics Manager
EmployeeSpotlight
What would you like to accomplish with the company in the future
To keep improving our sales and customer service
What trends do you feel the future of the industry holds
I hope to keep making new products and see our innovative ideas come to life
What is your favorite CL Industries finish or product line
My favorite finishes would be in the Sunstone Pearl line
Tell us a story about how you have delivered for a client in a big way when they had a job on the line (examples bad weather sourcing of materials transport shut down etc)
Irsquove turned around emergency shipments within hours of the order request so the homeowner and builder stay on schedule and remain happy
We had one homeowner up in Pennsylvania and he said no one else would help him because he only needed one bag of plaster to repair his pool He called me in Orlando directly and we took care
of him The customer said ldquoI really appreciate you going out of your way to personally ship one bag all the way across the country I canrsquot thank you enoughrdquo
Behnd the scenes with Jeff
wwwclindustriescom
To get updates from our team follow us on Facebook Twitter Youtube and Flickr
copy Copyright 2013 All Rights Reserved
What would you like to accomplish with the company in the future
To keep improving our sales and customer service
What trends do you feel the future of the industry holds
I hope to keep making new products and see our innovative ideas come to life
What is your favorite CL Industries finish or product line
My favorite finishes would be in the Sunstone Pearl line
Tell us a story about how you have delivered for a client in a big way when they had a job on the line (examples bad weather sourcing of materials transport shut down etc)
Irsquove turned around emergency shipments within hours of the order request so the homeowner and builder stay on schedule and remain happy
We had one homeowner up in Pennsylvania and he said no one else would help him because he only needed one bag of plaster to repair his pool He called me in Orlando directly and we took care
of him The customer said ldquoI really appreciate you going out of your way to personally ship one bag all the way across the country I canrsquot thank you enoughrdquo
Behnd the scenes with Jeff
wwwclindustriescom
To get updates from our team follow us on Facebook Twitter Youtube and Flickr
copy Copyright 2013 All Rights Reserved
wwwclindustriescom
To get updates from our team follow us on Facebook Twitter Youtube and Flickr
copy Copyright 2013 All Rights Reserved