02 Sep Swimming Pool School: Pool Chemistry 101 (for dummies)
Basic Pool Chemistry 101
from Swim University
Swimming pool chemistry can be a mystery to even the most seasoned swimming pool professionals. Things like chlorine demand, phosphate levels, and bio film can make the hair of experienced swimming pool professionals stand on end. It is no wonder then that the average swimming pool owner sometimes can get into trouble keeping their swimming pool water balanced. This post from Matt Giovanisci from Swim University explains the most basic forms of swimming pool chemistry, and gives a no nonsense guide to keeping the Langlier Index in balance.
Here is an excerpt from the post: