Recent content by TexasGirl

"I'm not dead yet! The pool's pH is also in balance" When you get down to it; that's really what counts.

I like that photo of your test results. A pic is worth a thousand words. I think I'll try that, next time.

"I have a SWG so my Ph is constantly rising" I have the same problem, Mike. But, Muriatic is the only chem I add to my pool regularly. Sure beats adding chlorine every few days.

I think it's real important they learn to swim. I don't think it's real important from whom they learn.

Shades: Take it from a Christian, small business owner, Taekwondo black belt with instructor certificate, and all-around water nut: Your biggest mistake may turn-out to be doing business with a friend (or family). Be careful.

Where's the pic?

Lance: You'll appreciate the 5.5' depth much more than the 6' depth. I often wish my 5'5' depth was less.

"IMHO, the best defense is to teach them to swim and supervision! I taught my kids by the old, initiation by fire. Throw them in, and they are either going to learn REALLY quick, or be spittin water for a bit"

Mine looks like that after I've added salt. Done that lately?

"Why do you "close" a pool?" Because, you built it too far north.

I wish now, that I had marked the edge of my steps with tile as you did. You can debate the attractiveness of that addition but, you can't debate the practicality. It's often difficult to see the edge of the steps in most pools (including mine), particularly when the pump is on.

Welcome....from another "pool girl" who doesn't know much more than you about pools but, off to a great start!

"BioGuard Back Up? Do I need to add this?" When my pool was new, it was started with BioGuard products, just like yours. Two important things I've learned about BioGuard products: 1. You don't need them. (Alternatives are equal or better) 2. They're over-priced. These forums are...