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There is a water ban in my town, and my pool water level is going to be below the intake to my filter. How can I keep my pool water circulating and clean without the use of my filter? I'm thinking of putting my vac hose into the water intake and leaving the other end in the bottom of the...

I forget where I can buy pool chemical kits. My chemicals are from last year and I need to replace them. Thanks Patty

Hi, Thanks to this forum/website my pool is picture perfect. Looks amazing with the plaster and tile repaired and water balanced. Had my 10 month old first grandchild here to visit and he approved of the water immensely. Another fish is the family. My question is, what do I do with the big...

Does anyone know how to tell how old a pool chemical in the test kit is? They have lot dates, but I don't see any actual dates stamped on them. I think one of the test kits I purchased this year, New from the pool supply store, is actually old. When I purchased the TF-100 and used the K-1000...

Hi, Since I found TFPool I've been using just liquid chlorine and love having more control over my pool using it. I have a full container of 3" tabs/pucks left over. The liquid chlorine has no smell. As I understand, chlorine gives off the strong smell when it comes into contact with...

Hi, I would like to know how long I should wait before swimming if I add liquid chlorine to the pool. I'm trying to keep the level up to my CYA and it's sunny, hot and humid this week. Thanks, Patty

Hi, Just had pool supply store do chemical analysis. Pool Supply My readings FAC 2 FC 2-4 TAC 2 CH 260 CH 225 CYA 50 CYA 40 TA 100 TA 80 pH 8 pH 7.6-7.8 Acid Demand 2 ? Phosphates 200 I...

Hello, All readings were in range except CH. Confused, I just put some Hardness Plus into my pool to bring the CH from 175 up. Put in about 12 lbs. This morning CH 225. checked the chlorine this morning and it was low .5-1. Used the PoolMath and put in recommended 3 qts 2 cups 8.5% liquid...

Hello, I just donated to TFP. I am so grateful for your help with my pool. Just had it all done over and I learned form you how to manage my pool myself. I'm looking forward to having a safe pool to swim in, have it last, and saving money running it. Also, can you tell me where I can find...

Hello, First, Thank you all for helping me with my pool questions. I appreciate it so much. I'm having my 33 year old Anthony Gunite pool repaired. Tile replaced, plaster areas done, small leak at skimmer. About two feet of the pool will be emptied. How difficult will it be to rebalance the...

Hello, My name is Patty and I have an old pool and have never really known how to take care of it. I relied on pool companies and now a man that opens and closes it. This year I'm having a hard time with the pH and Chlorine levels. I have spent a fortune already this year. I'm hoping one of...