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Re: To Much bleach harmfull? + cya& CH question. go to 'settings' top of page,,,then click on 'general settings'....there you will be able to activate your email preference...D http://www.troublefreepool.com/profile.php?do=editoptions

I am happy to learn that I am not the only one who goes crazy testing cya..It seems like so many factors can/do come into play during the process..

Hello...Welcome..I am new here also and let the experts give the advise...that being said I can offer this encouragement . the folks at TFP got me from this to this...oh....we like photos...it really helps...D

Subscribed...listen to them...it will work for you....D

Howdy...welcome..keep reading, when you receive your recommended test kit you will check a level... cya...this reading is in direct relation on the amount of bleach used during the slam...the folks here will lead you through the process..your concern about the new liner will be addressed..I have...

at least Leslie's is consistent....overpriced and incorrect....I thought it was expensive..but I asked the guy 'what I needed to fix my pool'.....I think the whole bill was 118 bucks...and THEN I became a TFP'er. I know others will see this and groan from the same experience...thanks again...D

thought I would share this part of my last trip to Leslies..I was 'Leslied' as someone mentioned...I think I paid 62 bucks for this bit of 'magic' before I got on the TFP way of thinking...any suggestions as to what I might do with it..perhaps that is a risky question...I'll just keep it as an...

not as fancy as some [wow] but at least it is the correct color now thanks to TFP..the grass is coming around too...D

for what it is worth...I have not used the vacuum attachment for my pool in years...I use a Kreepy that runs when ever the pump is on..it is constantly removing anything that settles to the bottom. A vacuum is cheaper however...if you want to devote the time involved using it.........D

I have always used solar blankets. Usually they last a year and a half then begin to disintegrate. My last blanket was recently disposed off during my recent green pool battle. It was falling apart also. I have a home made roller that works well. Is there another method I have overlooked. It...

Re: New to pool maintenance...about to give up Welcome..do not give up...I live just down the hill from you...I posted some pictures of my mess and how these folks got me straightened out... http://www.troublefreepool.com/threads/75213-the-pool-is-winning see you at the Home Depot...D

not a snob..LOL... but humbled with the info available here....

not sure of the temp but the water is great...and it is nice to have this group to fall back on....

thought I'd post this picture and attempt to give some hope to anyone starting out with a green monster...just follow the suggestions the guys/gals give out here and you will be home free...without going to your local pool store