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    Please review plan

    Thanks. My test kit is on order, I got the TF-100 XL and Speed Stir. The water is very clear, I would like to get started on getting my chemicals right, especially with the evidence of the black algae, I want to brush frequently and let the water try and do it's thing....
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    Please review plan

    HHello, while I wait for my test kit to arrive, I went to a local pool supply shop to buy a Wire Brush. I took advantage of their free water testing, and will share results here. I know stores are not as reliable as self testing, but here goes. The guy at the store did tell me the fact the...
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    Please review plan

    Hello - I have owned a home with a pool for 1.5 years. We currently have a company doing maintenance, and I like them. I am going to start now taking more ownership of the pool water and maintenance, and so I have spent a lot of time doing research here. I have a draft of a plan, and I know I...
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    Hot Tub purchase advice

    Hello, we own a pool, and are interested in adding a hot tub. We have a nice covered area to put one in. I have to be honest, I feel like I am pretty decent at sorting out information and making decisions, but hot tubs seem to be one of the most confusing things there are. Tons of brands...
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    Questions about Kool Deck renovation

    Pure Luck - thanks for reply. Yes, contractor was aware it was kool deck. He had done other concrete work for us, and did a really great job, so he did this work in the spring, and I didn't expect him to make this mistake. He says to wait a year or two, as the sealant/paint breaks down it...
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    Questions about Kool Deck renovation

    Yep, that product that was applied took away many of the small poc marks and pinholes that provide the cooling. The only product I have found that SHOULD have been used is maybe Cool!, which advertises as the only product you can use on Kool Deck to keep it's cooing properties. This is really...
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    Questions about Kool Deck renovation

    yes, my kook deck was more porous before this coating. Lots of small holes, etc,,, that all now seem to be filled in with this paint product. Does anyone have any miracle suggestions?
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    Questions about Kool Deck renovation

    [/ATTACH] Hi, not sure I am doing this correctly, but attached are two pictures. I also heard back from Mortex that this product is basically paint that would take away the cooling properties of the Kool Deck. They said that it should be removed if possible, but said that would be very...
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    Questions about Kool Deck renovation

    Hello, hoping for some help, and appreciate any one who takes a look at this. First of all, I am in no way upset with anyone, I am just looking for some advice on what to do from here. This will be long winded, as I want you all to have all the info I know, as I hoping to get some ideas or...