Having a pool built and need advice

[voidpointer]

Another thing that causes eye stinging it when people RUB their eyes to get the water out instead of patting them with a towel.

That might be it. When I was in the pool, I felt like something got in my eye and in a rush I started scratching it and using the pool water to try to get it out

 

[voidpointer]

I might have posted about this before and maybe didn't get a reply, but it's a huge issue as my kids are getting hurt on the slide due to there not being enough water to fully wet the surface, thus causing scratching/rug burn issues on their skin. I tried reaching out to SR Smith but they are less than helpful. Picture is attached below. I adjusted the flow of water to my slide so that it's got more water going down it, and wets it properly so it's comfortable to slide down. The downside is that due to the water pressure, it sprays outside the slide and I lose pool water.

Can anyone think of some ways I can cover the opening at the top to prevent it from splashing out? If I cup my hands over that opening, it seems to control the flow of water much better, but not sure how I can hack a solution.

 

[kimkats]

The pic did not come through

 

[voidpointer]

The pic did not come through

I edited the post and reuploaded the image. Let me know if it didn't work...

 

[ajw22]

Please show us pics of ther water outelt at the top of the slide where it begins splashing.

 

[voidpointer]

Please show us pics of ther water outelt at the top of the slide where it begins splashing.

I guess I should have provided those up front, sorry about that. Here's a few. Note that the one with tape in the picture is my "hack" solution right now. It's obviously not long term, but it does prevent water from splashing out of the slide. So it works for now. But I want something more permanent if possible.

 

[ajw22]

You see the shape of the tape that works. Get a fairly stiff piece of plastic and cut it to that shape.

Your challenge will be fastening it to the slide and seeing that the plastic is soft and flexible enough that people do not feel it as they start down.

I would try marine epoxy to fasten the plastic.

 

[voidpointer]

A thin piece of plastic, sort of like the kind you find on plastic folders? I'm not sure how to find something weather-resistant, but I like your idea. I'll give it some thought.

I was also thinking of maybe something I can stuff in the hole that's porous, sort of like a muffler. Would still allow water to come out but won't splash everywhere. I don't know what kind of material would work best for this. Maybe like a steel sponge or something?

 

[ajw22]

All plastic is weather resistant.

I have thin plastic cutting sheets I can put down on a countertop and cut on.

Go look in the Home Goods section of a store.

 

[kimkats]

The pic worked and looks like you are on the way to finding a solution. I would reach out to the slide people again and ask to speak to the tech department this time. Keep pushing until you do find someone that will listen to you. That cannot be normal.

 

[voidpointer]

In Pool math, is it not possible to view log history for just one chemical? For example, I want to see my CYA change over the past few months.

My CYA is back down to 60 again, even though I added some a month or two ago. Not sure how long it's supposed to last.

 

[ajw22]

In Pool math, is it not possible to view log history for just one chemical? For example, I want to see my CYA change over the past few months.

My CYA is back down to 60 again, even though I added some a month or two ago. Not sure how long it's supposed to last.

Unfortunately not. You need to scroll through the log.

CYA degrades over time. Read CYA - Further Reading

 

[voidpointer]

On the chlorine drop test, I noticed something strange. I'll put a tiny spoonful of the test powder and mix it. I'll put drops in until it's completely clear (not even the slightest hint of pink). Say that's 13 drops for 6.5ppm. As I'm typing in the log, I look up and notice the mixture is starting to turn pink again (very lightly). I'll put one more drop in for 14, it goes back to clear. If I wait another few seconds, it starts to turn pink again and looks like it needs 15 drops.

Even with a silica packet in the powder jar, it still tends to crystalize. If I had to guess, it takes a while for those bigger chunks to dissolve and that explains why it keeps turning to pink after I've completed the test. I do make an effort to let the solution mix a bit before I start the test (maybe 30 seconds). But not always.

What is the cause of this issue? Should I ignore it? Usually it means a 1.0 - 1.5ppm difference, so I'm not sure.

 

[Newdude]

It's a known thing that has fooled us all once or 22 times. Get your sample clear and move on. Ignore what happens after that.

 

[voidpointer]

What is this yellow stuff on the rubber part of my pool cleaner? Is it mustard algae?

 

[ajw22]

What is this yellow stuff on the rubber part of my pool cleaner? Is it mustard algae?
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Looks like mildew from sitting outside.

Is your cleaner always in the water or sitting outside?

 

[voidpointer]

Looks like mildew from sitting outside.

Is your cleaner always in the water or sitting outside?

Always in the water, 24/7. Only time it comes out is when we are swimming. Or cleaning, but then right back in.

 

[ajw22]

I doubt it is algae.

Do a Overnight Chlorine Loss Test if you are worried.

 

[voidpointer]

I doubt it is algae.

Do a Overnight Chlorine Loss Test if you are worried.

I'm not worried. I don't see any signs of algae on the pool surface. Can mildew form on it while it's submerged?

 

[ajw22]

I'm not worried. I don't see any signs of algae on the pool surface. Can mildew form on it while it's submerged?

I think it is from when it is out of the water.

Can you scrape it off?

Can you scrub it off?