Reducing Chlorine Demand in Pools
Chlorine is, by far, the most popular “tool” for dealing with pool water challenges. Regardless of the chlorine source (salt system, tri-chlor tablets, liquid bleach, etc.), it deserves prominence. After…
Clarifier or Flocculant – What’s the difference?
The easy solution to enjoying beautiful. clear pool water is using a clarifier, and with chlorine supplies tight and prices rising, the preference for use of a good clarifier is…
Enzymes: Save pools from a wide variety of problems
Does your pool have good filtration? Is it keeping water clean and clear? Many pools exhibit a wide variety of problems despite reliable additions of chlorine and good water turnover.…
Stopping Algae: The Importance of Phosphate Prevention in Pool Water
Are you dealing with murky water and ugly algae taking over your pool? Are you losing precious swim days because you can’t enter and enjoy your pool? Ridding pools of…
What Causes Foam?
Occasionally, some swimming pools may develop foam that sits upon the water. This foam is usually a thin surface layer, white or off-white in color, and it tends to collect…
An Unrecognized Pool Problem: Organic Debris
Pool professionals know that despite good filtration and reliable additions of sanitizer, pools can exhibit a wide variety of problems including Fouled filters Algae outbreaks High chlorine demand Water balance…
Phosphates in Pool Water
Phosphates lead to growth of algae and pathogens. Not treating the issue will lead to more chlorine consumption, more frequent filter cleaning and a higher risk of algae blooms. Phosphates…
Organizing Chemical Products for Better Sales Results
Get better foot traffic in your store! Generating strong product turnover in pool chemical products is an important goal of any pool supplies business. Profit margins on these products can…
How Does Rainy Weather Affect My Pool Water?
Ah, summer—warm weather, enjoying the pool with friends and family, and, of course, summer storms. In some states, summer can bring storms almost daily. So what does this do to…
Where Does the Metal in My Pool Come From?
As a pool service contractor, I probably take two to three phone calls a week from customers with questions about metal stains in their pool or spa. One question I…