Recent content by Brandyfer

I went ahead and drained and the pool since I haven't been able to swim in over 2 weeks. I scrubbed the bottom with bleach and water. There was still over an inch of water that wouldn't drain. I am now refilling and I went to check water level a few mins ago and at nearly half full it is still...

I have been chlorinating using alternate bleach and chlorine tabs. I found that 4 one inch tabs was not enough so I started using 6-8. The last time we were in the pool nearly a week ago the chlorine smell was present and had not been before. I like to smell the chlorine. Don't judge me. :party...

Dan how do I know how much bleach to add?

Ok these are the numbers from a 6 way drop kit. pH- 8.2 TC- 0 CYA- a tiny bit more than 30 TA- 50 TH- 140 Of course I can't find out how to test for free chlorine which would be why I need the better test kit. I realize that. But these are the numbers for now. Hubby claims he shocked it on...

See I told you I'm horrible with math. I will edit my signature with correct amount of water.

Ok I will turn it back on. With or without filter? I am also getting numbers but only have 6 way test kit at this minute. Just needing to know how much bleach. Read pool math link and almost passed out. This is Greek to me! - - - Updated - - - I have been putting in 1" chlorine tabs into...

Hi Dan! I have a kit that will work while I'm waiting for the fancy test kit. Turn the pump on without a filter? I am getting numbers now. Which are the main ones you need? I just have a 6 way tester for the current moment. - - - Updated - - -

- - - Updated - - - It is showing on my end.

- - - Updated - - - Did it work that time? Please say yes? I need to keep the portal closed!!! - - - Updated - - - So do I turn the pump off? I hope because I did. But I can turn it back on. Headed to get new filters and eye of newt to repel spirits.

My pool has turned into something from science fiction. A portal for something foreign to into another dimension. I returned from out of town late last night and check the pool this morning and found this nightmare. My husband *claims* he tended the pool as i asked. Trying to give the benefit of...

What if the black dot doesn't disappear and the tube is filled to the top?