Recent content by Bschmeling

Thanks! Yes, I did let the FC drop ahead of treatment, and I also added ProTeam Metal Magic prior to bringing FC level back up. Knowing now that I have iron in the water, I'll keep a supply on hand and use regularly.

I am so thankful to have found this site! SLAM method helped me get rid of an algae problem, which was then followed up by an iron problem. It turns out, my water softener/filtration system was disconnected without my knowledge by the technician who came to install my cable/phone/internet. I...

Thank you all! I am thinking that new algae was reintroduced to the pool by the robotic cleaner after I got the water cleared up. I started SLAMing today (I do have the Taylor K-2006 test kit), and already the water seems to be getting more clear, and FC levels are increasing. Having just...

Hey there! I just moved into a new house, and with it came a pool. I’ve never had a pool before, and I only like to swim in a pool that is well maintained and crystal clear. I don’t want to be the guy with a pool no one wants to swim in, so I need to become an expert in pool maintenance. During...