Chemistry

Can You Over Shock A Pool?

Chemistry

A common question among pool owners is, “Can I over shock the pool?” The short answer is no. You can add more shock than needed, which...
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Understanding Pool pH & Total Alkalinity

Chemistry

If you want to keep your swimming pool chemistry steady, it’s essential to understand the relationship between pH and total...
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What Does Muriatic Acid Do For A Pool?

Chemistry, Pool Chemicals

Maintaining good water chemistry is essential for your swimming pool. To make sure that the pH of your water is in the sweet spot, you...
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How Many Chlorine Tablets Per Week Should I Add To My Swimming Pool?

Chemistry

In order to maintain proper chlorine levels the average swimming pool will require one 3-inch chlorine tablet (tab) every 3-5 days. The...
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How to Identify, Prevent, and Remove Mustard Algae

troubleshooting, Pool Algae

Mustard Algae, also known as yellow algae or green slime, is a type of aquatic microalgae that can be found in pools. It thrives in warm...
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A Comprehensive Guide to Pool Flocculants: What, When and How

Maintenance, Pool Chemicals

Pool flocculants and pool clarifiers are excellent ways for you to keep your pool clean. If they aren’t a part of your regular...
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How to Get Rid of Pool Foam

Maintenance, Common Problems

How you can get rid of pool foam will depend on what is causing the pool foam. Here’s the quick answer to your question. We recommend...
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What is Pool Ozone?

Chemistry

The maintenance needs for a swimming pool can sometimes feel out-of-this-world. Is there a way to bring them back down to earth? More and...
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Saltwater vs. Chlorine Pools (Understand The Difference)

Chemistry

Years ago, the only choices for a swimming pool were either a chlorine pool or no pool at all. Poorly maintained chlorine pools burned our...
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How To Remove Black Algae From Your Pool

Maintenance, Pool Algae

There are three methods commonly practiced to remove black algae. They are all effective, but none of them will remove 100% of the black...
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