Recent content by PoolLoveLady

so true!!

Yes, algae.

Makes sense! Thank you! I truly appreciate the explanation and quick response!

Thank you! this makes more sense! I wasn't going to add the CYA and I am not sure why I did. Lesson learned! This is my first year opening a pool. I really appreciate your quick response!

I'm confused as to what are the next steps. I will test shortly. Do I enter the numbers in to the pool calculator and add the suggested amounts again? What are my target numbers? TIA

Hi, I started the SLAM process on 6/1. At that time the pool was green and mostly free of large debris. 6/1 CYA = 20 FC = 0 I added 46 oz. of 10% bleach as per the pool math calculator. 6/2 CYA = 20 FC = 5 I added 56 oz. of 10% bleach and 43oz. dry stabilizer. 6/3 CYA = 55 FC = 12 what are...

Glad it worked well for you! And, thank you for the help.

Thanks! I used a small rectangular peel away patch that came with the pool liner. There is a tiny dripping leak on the outside. Do you think it would be ok to put the larger round patch over the existing one instead of taking it off? Thanks!

Hi. I am about to patch the liner with Boxer 100 vinyl pool patches. Which side of the vinyl patch does the adhesive go on? One side is slightly smoother then the other. Thanks!

Ok, thanks. This is what I thought and wanted a confirmation on the purchase of the salt water test. Also, I’m confused as to when to run the pump and filter. Do I always run them simultaneously? I need an example of a daily routine. For example. 9 am turn on pump and filter, 30 minutes...

Hi! So, my pool water is finally clear as of Sunday morning. I have been adding 5 ppm every day since Friday and added only 120 lbs. of salt (210 lbs. recommended, however, the display panel does not read low salt so I haven’t added more yet). Since adding the salt I’ve been running the SFP and...

Hi again! So, the part came in and everything is hooked up and ready to go. Do I need to backwash before I start it up even though the pool is green and high in iron? I did my research and am going to pick up the materials needed to filter out the Iron via bucket an Polyfill but before I do...

OK, adding chlorine and holding off on the salt. Thanks again! Very helpful.

Makes sense!! I definitely want a happy swg so, I will wait to add anymore salt. In the meantime, I will check out the iron articles you've shared! I really appreciate your help and quick and comprehensive responses!

Hi again! And, thank you, again for such awesome and step by step processes! you have given me hope that this newbie will pull through and be able to have this pool up and running before Fall, LOL. I ordered the TF-100 as recommended here. Unfortunately, I am still waiting for the dual valve...