Owning a pool is a joy—until algae turn your crystal-clear water into a murky mess. That’s where algaecide comes in. But, how much algaecide to put in a pool? KEY TAKEAWAYS Use too much algaecide and you will end up with foamy water and staining. Use too little and it won’t stop the algae from…
Is Your Pool Alkalinity Too High? Is your pool alkalinity too high? Pool alkalinity needs to be within the recommended range. The recommended range for pool alkalinity (aka Total Alkalinity) is 80 – 120 ppm. KEY TAKEAWAYS Both, pool alkalinity too high and pool alkalinity too low are not desirable conditions as they will have…
Cyanuric Acid level of 60-80 ppm is needed in outdoor salt water pools to protect both Sodium Hypochlorite & Chlorine from the UV rays.
Is your pool looking murky or giving off a strong chlorine smell? Guess what? Maybe Low Pool Stabilizer is the key to the problem! While most pool owners—first-timers or seasoned pros—know that free chlorine is essential for keeping a pool clean and sanitized, not everyone realizes that it breaks down very rapidly under UV radiation…
Why Does My Pool Water Look Green But Clear? Is your pool water clear but has an annoying green tint? When pool water looks green but clear, one or more of the following may be going on: Key Takeaways I must admit that the scenario of “pool water looks green but clear” is not the…
I am sure that, even as a new pool owner, you already understand the importance of chlorine in pool sanitation. But what about pool shock? Do you know what it is, why you need it, and the different types of pool shock? Moreover, which is the best pool shock for you? In case, you are…
Opening an above-ground pool the right way is essential but can be overwhelming if you have not done it before. Don’t worry! This guide will walk you through how to open an above-ground pool, step by step. From when to open it, to the supplies you’ll need, and the exact steps to follow, I’ve got…
Circulation is important while adding Algaecide to your Pool. Run the pool filter for at least 2-4 hours after adding Algaecide.
Did you know that Free Chlorine (FC) in your pool water gets depleted by 50% every 45 minutes under sunlight, if not protected by Cyanuric Acid? Low Cyanuric Acid can result in healthy FC levels of 4 ppm to drop to dangerously low levels (less than 1 ppm) in two hours or so! Bar Chart…
Are you wondering, “Why is my pool water still cloudy, despite adding more and more chlorine?” The test shows adequate levels of chlorine, but it does not seem to be working! So what’s going on? Most likely, this is a symptom of chlorine lock in a pool. Another related issue is chlorine demand. Chlorine demand…