PROPER POOL MAINTENANCE from pool-repair.org Having a swimming pool is great, but pool maintenance is a daily concern. Sure, you can have a lot of fun, get plenty of exercise, cool off on hot days and make your backyard look...
How to keep the kids safe from nasties in the pool this summer from The Therapy Book The school summer holidays are nearly here, and many of us will be taking the children for days out at the local swimming...
Swimming Pool Algae and Algaecides from stumbleupon.com Causes of Algae in Swimming Pools There are many contributing factors that can lead to algae growth in your swimming pool, but the most significant is not having enough sanitizer - usually chlorine...
Key Pool Water Measurements from poolgear.com There are four essential measurements of a pool's "health." These measurements can be made with the Basic 5 Pool Water Test Kit. Prevent pool problems before they develop by using your pool water test...
Pool Treatment 101: Introduction To Chlorine Sanitizing Mastering the knack of maintaining a healthy pool is not difficult with the right information and a little diligence. The proper use of chlorine is a key step to keep your pool healthy....
New Code Proposes CYA Restriction According to the latest working draft of the Model Aquatic Health Code, there's no reason for indoor pools to use cyanuric acid, even in products such as dichlor and trichlor. Though the code is currently...
Scale Tales Calcium deposits can creep into a pool from various sources — but a few simple steps will prevent them from taking hold. Even a well-scrubbed pool can fall victim to metal or mineral deposits every so often. These...
Feed Needs Liquid chemical feeders can simplify pool maintenance — but an awareness of their workings is crucial for effective use. For much of the pool industry's history, chemicals have been added to the water in two basic ways: By...
Preventing Saltwater Problems Many salt-related issues can be avoided through proper knowledge of the causes and an effective maintenance regimen. Scale, stains and cloudy water are the most common challenges with saltwater pools — but only if they are not...
Believe it or not, we are not totally against utilizing salt water chlorinators in swimming pools. Just be careful when referring to them as "saltwater" pools, which is a misconception perpetrated by the industry. Here is the article outlining the...