I'll answer number 2... as you pull your chem numbers back in line the scale will dissolve back into solution naturally. You can brush and scrub if you like for more immediate physical removal... the chemistry is what will do the real trick. that's why everyone is focusing on that first.Great advice.
A few more questions.
1. Do I want to get the chlorine up to 7-8 while trying to get the pH down with MA or should I get chlorine up then work on the pH?
2. Should I use my new stainless wire pool brush or stick with the standard nylon brush to brush pool plaster while I’m trying to get the scale off?
I'll answer number 2... as you pull your chem numbers back in line the scale will dissolve back into solution naturally. You can brush and scrub if you like for more immediate physical removal... the chemistry is what will do the real trick. that's why everyone is focusing on that first.
Thanks Allen for providing the exact levels to maintain. In my own experience I've noticed just keeping the chemistry better balanced reduces the scaling on its own.
Good job on getting started. I’m going to let the experts comment on the numbers, but I just wanted to reiterate the question about the pH and TA of your fill water. Sharing that information will help the experts have a more complete picture.
Just added 1080 gallons of fill.
Should I wait a few hours to retest considering or just test now?
What color Primera Stone did you get? Are you happy with it? Why'd you choose Primera Stone over the unfinished aggregate options? Any chance I can get a pic from you along with my 20 questions lol we're considering Primera Stone vs Signature Matrix (or Prism same thing but with glass beads).
- Pool Finish:Wet Edge Primera Stone
- * This is a more unique finish. It is an plaster-stone aggregate (similar to Pebbletec), with a major distinction. After the aggregate is put in and dried, it is hand-sanded/polished to have an end result of a marble-like smooth finish.