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    New pool equipment/plumbing/fountains - closing opinions needed

    Basically, my old "closing" routine was to wait until November/December when the temp starts to regularly get below freezing at night and then do the following: 1) Clean Pool and backwash 2) Adjust chemicals 3) Lower water level 1 inch below tile 4) Add a "cushion" of some sort in the skimmer...
  2. J

    hth Blue Sparkle Simmer Tabs?

    Says no CYA - is this new? Has there been discussion of this product on the board - I couldn't find it if so. Blue Sparkle Skimmer Tabs | hth® pools
  3. J

    Closing with no cover - can I use a floater over the winter?

    As I said in the title, I'm closing my pool, not using a cover and wondering about keeping some chlorine in the pool over the winter. My CYA is low (less than 30) so I was thinking of using a floater and pucks, which would also help keep the ph down (still a problem) and raise the CYA some. Is...
  4. J

    New plaster pool - constant and quickly rising ph

    I have a new plaster pool and I've been able to answer most all of my questions and concerns just by reading this board and site. Lots of great information - thanks so much!!! I currently have two issues that I haven't been able to resolve and they are driving me crazy! Any thoughts, help or...