Is your total alkalinity too high but your pH is just right? Not sure how to lower alkalinity without affecting the pH, or if it’s actually possible? This article will explain how to lower alkalinity relative to pH in a pool, whether or not it’s a good idea, and how to prevent your alkalinity from … Devamını oku
Muriatic acid and dry acid are easily the most common acids for lowering pH and alkalinity in a swimming pool. However, it’s not always clear which one you should use, and whether there are any significant upsides to using one over the other. This article will settle the debate on muriatic acid vs dry acid, … Devamını oku
You might come across sulfuric acid when you’re dealing with pool care, but exactly does this acid do for a pool? We’re going to cover exactly what sulfuric acid is, why it’s used in swimming pools, the pros and cons of using it, and whether you should actually use it in your pool. Short answer: … Devamını oku
Wondering how often you should test your pool water? As a new pool owner, it’s difficult to tell whether you should test your pool chemistry every day, every week, or every other week – especially when everyone seems to have a different answer. Today, we’re going to break down this age-old question by tackling some … Devamını oku
Do you need to test your pool water, but are not sure how to use pool test strips correctly? This article will walk you through what to expect from using test strips, how to best use them for an accurate reading, and how to read the test strip results against the provided color chart. Prefer … Devamını oku
Muriatic acid is commonly used in the pool industry, but what does muriatic acid do to a pool, and how effective is it at doing it? This article will break down everything you need to know about muriatic acid, including why it’s often the best acid to use in a swimming pool, and how to … Devamını oku
Are you continuously adding chlorine to your pool, but nothing seems to happen? The bad news is, you may have what’s traditionally referred to as “chlorine lock”, a chemistry issue that seemingly renders your chlorine useless even though it shows up on your test results. The good news is, this article will explain exactly what … Devamını oku
Are you continuously adding chlorine to your pool but it’s not doing anything? This article will walk you through all the likely reasons your pool won’t hold chlorine, and how to fix each potential problem. Prefer to skip ahead? What Does “Hold Chlorine” Even Mean? Why Your Free Chlorine Reading Is Key Why Your Pool … Devamını oku
Are you having trouble deciding between a saltwater pool and a chlorine pool? In this article, we’ll explain what salt pools and chlorine pools share in common (this might surprise you), the practical differences between each type, and which one you should ultimately choose. Prefer to skip ahead? What Do Salt Pools and Chlorine Pools … Devamını oku
Ever wondered why pools need chlorine, what chlorine does in a pool, or how chlorine actually works in the water? This article will take you through exactly why swimming pools need a sanitizer like chlorine, and how it works on a chemical level to keep your pool water clean and clear. Prefer to skip ahead? … Devamını oku