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    Chlorine at high water temps. Keeeping water safe.

    Greetings! I installed a ridiculously huge solar heater and now my pool hits 90-92F easy. My cya is 30 so I maintain 6ppm chlorine, but I’m not sure that is sufficient to keep my water bacteria free. Is there a chart to show me what I need to follow that takes temp into account to keep things...
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    I promise I tried to avoid this post

    Hello, I'm wondering what is going on with my pool. I'm getting some minimal green along the circumference of my pool. Its like dust. Not overly sticky. Walls feel clean and not slimy. 18' above ground. All I add is liquid chlorine 10.8% and I maintain 3-3.5 daily. The water is clear. I us, e a...
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    Basic questions about necessary above ground site prep. Easy stuff really.

    Hello, first I'd like to say thanks for contributing to this awesome site. Second, I did search for answers, but nothing I read addressed these questions directly. 1. Is there a maximum amount of sand that should be under the pool? 2. Can the paving stones that go under the legs be resting on...
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    We want a nice soft bottom

    Hello, Has anyone used EVA foam tiles like the colored ones often used in kids playrooms under the pool liner? I think it would be very effective, but would cost about $1 a square foot. I've looked at things like gorilla liner which would help prevent punctures, but I'm not sure it would offer a...
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    Pool Hydraulics-Solar heating. I want to do the right way first.

    First off, this is a great site. I have spent many hours reading various articles. Planning an 18' above ground and I hate a cold pool.... I want to maximize the pool temp using only the sun. I have space on my roof for a 11.5' diameter collector of some sort. Leaning towards poly pipe. Before...
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    Hello Eh from Canada.

    Thanks for allowing me to be a member. -Scott Panek