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I updated my signature. I will go ahead and proceed with the SLAM method. Thanks.

Sorry! I am using the Taylor K2006 testing kit.

Hi! So we just opened our pool 24 hours ago and despite winterizing, the pool was dark green. I started balancing chemicals and today I am getting pH 7.2 FC 5.6 CC 0.4 TA 70 Just added pH up. Water is cloudy, but blue with a hint of green. Shocked earlier this morning when pH was 7.4. Any...

Thanks! Do you think I should use alkalinity down? Do I need to add chlorine today? I know you previously recommended adding enough for 3ppm daily, but I didn't add anything today.

Hey everyone! Here's what I got this morning using the K-2006 kit: pH 7.6 FC 3.8 CC 0 TA 110-120 (between the 2) CYA 37 Please let me know your feedback. Do I need to add more CYA or is this okay? Why is there no CC? Is my FC level okay? What is my FC goal? Thanks in advance!! Lyndsey

I'm definitely keeping a close eye on my pH. The pool store told me to add 8lbs 13.6oz of alkalinity up; however, I only added probably 2 lbs so that my pH wouldn't go crazy and I figured better be on the low end of the alkalinity vs. the high end. I just put in CYA based off the sock method...

Hi everyone!! Thanks so much for the quick replies. I did go ahead and add alkalinity up already and it's currently circulating. I will go ahead and add liquid chlorine and CYA now. So calcium hardness isn't even a factor for above ground pools?? Wow... Frustratedpoolmom - I do not have a...

Hi! I'm new to pool ownership and this forum. I have been doing a lot of reading up based off everyone's posts (old and new) to help me learn the fine art of pool chemical balancing, but I was still hoping for a little guidance to make sure I'm on the right track. A little background: We...

Hi all! This will be my first year closing my above ground pool and we need a new liner. Is it easier to completely drain the pool and have the new liner put in early next year or close it by leaving water in the pool and winterizing it? To me, it just seems easier to completely drain the...