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How does everyone deal with pollen in their pool? We receive so much yellow pollen that coats every outdoor surface including the top of the pool water. Do we need to worry about adding additional chlorine during this time?

As many of you are probably in similar situation, what have you all been doing or suggest if I can't find any bleach? My husband and I have searched more than 4 stores and found no trace of bleach. Unfortunately, our local pool store that we typically purchase 12% choline is not open. My...

So I have been fighting mustard algae and finally got my pool clear, I really want to remove our walk down steps to make sure that they are completely free of algae. The problem is that our pool is filled and so are the stairs. Any tips or suggestions on how to remove them would be so helpful.

Well my pool is finally clear, no cloudiness or mustard algae. I am performing the OCLT test tonight and if all goes well, I'll do the 24 hr mustard algae slam. If after that all numbers are good, how long should I wait to enjoy my pool? Is there a specific FC range that is not safe to swim...

Hello all, So this summer is not going well with balancing my pool chemicals. I'm needing some advice from the experts here. Here are my numbers from the test I just preformed. FC = 2.50 (Yes, this needs to be increased to 3.5 or 4.0) CC = 0.50 pH = 7.8 ( just can't keep it close to 7.4) TA =...

Hello, I apologize if a list already exists but I was not able to find one and thought that it would be a great idea to have a list of everything that comes in the Taylor TF-100 test kits. For instance, I threw away my TF-100 last fall, knowing that I would purchase a new kit in the spring...

Quite excited, pool is opened, chemical levels not too bad after winter. Crystal clear water!! FC- 5.0 CC - 0 Ph - 7.2 Cya - 30 ( need adjustments)

I need some help please, my pH is way too high. Did a full test this morning. Here's my numbers FC - 4 CC - 0 pH - 8.0 TA - 110 CH - 90 CYA - 40 Need advice on how to get my pH down please, without raising my other numbers.

I thought that I would love our new confer steps, but I saw today that there's a ton of junk underneath them. How do you all keep it clean under them? We attached them to our new deck so moving them easily is not an option. Need some ideas and advice please.

So this morning I did a full scale testing of my pool levels. FC - 0 CC - 0 pH- 7.9 TA - 90 CH - 120 CYA - 32. I added 12.5% chlorine to bring up my non existent FC, added some stabilizer to raise the CYA. Plan on testing in an hour. I would like to lower the pH, seems a bit high for my liking...

Some may have read my other posts about our pool installation gone bad. Our pool was partially finished close to a month now, but the installer never came back after taking off with our $9,500. So we are left with a filled pool with no skimmer or return attached. My question is, could anyone...

I am beyond upset about how our pool build is going!! Our new pool was installed on Wednesday and filled with water, as of now we still have no return or skimmer attached as the pool installer guy has yet to return to do it. After multiple calls made by my husband, the installer keeps saying...

We are in the process of choosing a heater for our new above ground pool. I have questions about the Hayward Universal H-Series Low NOx Induced Draft Pool & Spa Heater | 250,000 BTU | Natural Gas | H250FDN. Can this heater be outside in the elements of weather? Does it damage it if in...

So, I just ordered our 16' x 32' x 54" above ground pool. We are going to have it installed and want to hard plumb the system. What all is needed in regards to shut off valves, ect... ? How many valves should we have? Here are the pool items. Hayward 23" sand filter, 1 1/2 hp, 2 speed Matrix...

So, I am looking for recommendations on a 200 btu natural gas heater for an above ground pool. Which manufacturer is the best?

After much consideration, we have decided not to go with Doughboy. It's just too much money!! Has anyone heard of Pro Pools?( online)Good or bad. I really want to stay with an oval 16' x 32'. My options are limited for this size. They have a pool called the Oxford.

Does anyone have any thoughts or reviews on the Hampton oval pool? I found it online by thepoolfactory. It's about $3,000 less than the Doughboy that we were looking at.

I could really use your experience and help with deciding on pump and filter size for a 28' x 16' x 54" above ground pool. If I did my calculations correctly, the pool should hold 13,507 gallons. I am completely clueless on the right size sand filter and pump which would be needed.

After measuring out our yard last night, we came to the conclusion that there wouldn't be enough room for a nice size deck for the 24' round. Now we are looking at a oval agp. Still going with Doughboy. But I am not sure if the filter and pump will be enough, here's the specs. Need advice...

I need thoughts and or opinions on this pool package. I don't know much about the sand filter, pump or skimmer. Does anyone know the quality or issues with them? These were in the pool package that we are looking to purchase through a Doughboy dealer. SILICA Sand Filters- 15 INJ MOLDED TANK 4...

We have said goodbye to our Intex AGP and are just beginning the process of buying a new AGP. We are going with the Doughboy Desert Spring, 24' x 54"!!! Yay!!! Living in the Midwest our summers are not warm enough to keep our pool at a consistent temperature, so we are going to purchase a...

Last year, I bought the TAYLOR TECHNOLOGIES INC K-2006 TEST KIT COMP CHLORINE FAS-DPD, and I still have items left over. I am wondering if this is something that should be replaced each year or if the testing liquids would still be okay to use this summer as well.

Hello, First post of the season, yes, I know we are way behind this year. So, I cannot remember how much of each to add to our pool. It is an Intex, round, 18'x48" pool. Holds approximately 6,500 gallons of water. Any help would be great. We are filling it now as I type and within the next...

So my family may be looking into upgrading our 18' intex pool to a Sharkline Venture. The 27' x 54", I looked on pool supply world and I am confused about all the additional items. Such as the pump, foam for the sides,etc. Any help would be great. As we are still very new to pools.

Okay,tested pH and free chlorine level. pH level was 7.6 and my Free Chlorine was 9.5 Is my FC too high? What is an acceptable level for FC?

Hello, can anyone help with making a solar cover reel for my Intex 18' above ground pool? I have searched high and low, here on this site and online. Any instructions would be much appreciated.

After getting our pool leveled and set up after 3 years of storing it, the pins that are used to connect and hold the T-legs are old and breaking. Intex website says "out of stock" , Amazon has them, but $18 for 6. We should replace all 38 of them. Any ideas where to buy them or suggestions for...