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    Should a float be used under a mesh cover ?

    I am going to use a mesh cover this winter would you still use a float under it for a little extra freeze protection?
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    Skimmer Quality and Performance ?

    I am getting ready to install an in wall skimmer in my intex pool. Quality and performance wise would you go with a Pentair or Hayward or are they both the same the Pentair is cheaper.
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    DuPont Oxone (Monopersulfate) ? For Chem Geek.

    From my understanding DuPont Oxone can interfere with combined chlorine testing as a false positive result and i am aware that Taylor even makes a reagent to counteract the effect that monopersulfate has on the test. So if monopersulfate were used in a pool how long before it dissipates to the...
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    Backswimmers get me out of trouble please!

    Well now that our pool stays crystal clear all the time my wife has nothing to complain about or at least i thought ! she got bit by a back swimmer today seems like there are only a few in the pool everyday it is Borated 50 PPM is there anyway to keep the little guys out?
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    Why an intex pool needs to be level .

    This is a pool in my neighborhood i guess they intend on leaving it this way they are swimming in it ! Thought it might be a good reminder for someone wondering does it really have to be somwhat level.
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    Acid and base demand test

    Could someone explain the uses for the Taylor acid and base demand test . Such as what it can do for me? Or why i should or should not use it? Just wondering since i have it with my K-2006 am i missing out on something.
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    How long to run my pump !

    I have a 15 x 48 intex pool with a intex 16'' 2650 gph sand filter ( i am sure it doesnt put out the rated GPH and thanks to finding this site it is now crystal clear ! Now i would like to keep it that way so i have a couple questions . #1 How long should i run the pump each day ( i am not...
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    Need help with Green Algea

    Have been battling green algae for about 3 weeks now i started shocking it and it started to clear but it seemed like my pump and filter that came with the pool just couldnt keep up so i ordered a Intex sand filter 16'' 2650 gph and installed it on Saturday. I have a Taylor K-2006 test kit but...