chemicals

Quick back story. Bought our AGP used and recently the salt cell went out. Installed new cell and now paying attention to the chemicals more closely. First time testing chemical levels: Salt 4160 (aquatrol read 0 ppm thought I needed more salt so added 2 bags, found out cell was bad) Free...

Good Day TFP fam. First post here, looking for some advice on an issue I'm having with my new pool. We started noticing at the waterline that the gelcoat was looking hazy. This past weekend, I braced and drained the pool for some manufacturer repair work (the spots that look like sanding...

Problem up front: Cloudy / hazy white spots / streaks / runs on pebble tec floor (Not on the sides). Just a haze, so breaking a piece off to test for calcium type is not possible. Back to intro. So fortunate to have found this group. Thank you in advance. I have reviewed many of the posts...

Hey y’all. I just started taking care of my pool a few weeks ago, after ending service with my pool company (too expensive). It’s been good and fun so far, but could use another set of eyes on my test results to make sure I’m doing everything right. Since Sept 8 I’ve already used a gallon and...

A pool service closed my pool in the fall 2022. I did not open it last summer and it will remain closed until May next year. I have an autocover that remains closed. The pool is in the Washington DC metro area. The water is below the skimmers and the filter plump has not been running. After a...

Bad start this year. 14,500 gallon in-ground pool is not holding its chlorine reading. Had water tested at installer’s business and followed their steps, but struggling to add chemicals at proper times without returning to store. PH is 6.8, FC 0, Total alkalinity 120, stabilizer~40 and just...

Now that I’ve got my SWG up and running in my 17k gallon indoor inground pool with an automated cover, I want to tackle some deep cleaning and need recommendations. The pool is 14 years old, I purchased the house last fall and had many issues with less than optimal care from the previous owner...

Just had our pool installed last month and all of the equipment was fired up Monday. This website and the forums have already been a blessing! Looking to get some guidance. Specs - Thursday Pools - Aspen 16'x40' (fiberglass) - 13,090 gallons (appx.) Pentair system - CC150 filter; Superflo...

Hello everyone, Got some good news- my company is now a dealer for the Attendant units by Poolside Tech. I've been learning A TON about chemical controllers/automation units for the past six months. I'm on the commercial side of things, but I'd be interested to hear what you prefer to use. In...

Our pool/spa store is closed for the week due to the holiday and I’m out of calcium hardness increaser. I have some HTH Calcium Up for my pool. Can I use that in my hot tub?

Hi, I have a 20,000 Gal pool which always worked well however since about 6 months I am having issues. I am not sure if it is the computer board or the cell (both which I changed about 6 - 12 months ago). The cell is a Compupool Replacement salt cell (not Autopilot, attached image). Although...

This is the first season I've been responsible for my pool maintenance and I could not have done it without the help of this forum and site so thank you! I've been able to keep all my levels practically perfect and my pool has been sparkling all season (thank you liquid bleach!)...that is until...

Need some help from the TFP Community. I got my plaster redone last year and noticed it was just "off". The plaster company ended up agreeing and two months ago they drained my pool, go the moisture out of the plaster and it's looked great. Then all of a sudden I was seeing a bunch of yellow...

I know it’s not a necessarily “chlorine free” option, but does anyone know about using chlorine dioxide as a primary method in sanitization? It’s a much safer option than traditional chlorine, as it doesn’t create undesirable residuals as a result of the chemical reactions that take place...

We just had our liner replaced about a month ago. Fresh water delivered, and pool winterized by the pool store folks 2 days later. In speaking with the owner of the store, I had asked about the importance of getting the water chemistry balanced prior to winterization, and he said really the pH...

We just had our SWG start up last week for my 10,000 gallon pool. The pool builder company came and added salt. I just did my first salt test (Taylor TF-100 salt kit) and it’s showing 4400ppm. Too high I know, but is it dangerously high? Will this go down over time? Here are my readings: Ph 7.6...

Hi there. My water levels are balanced yet I have random spots of algae that appear in my corners and on my ladder, along with other various areas (inside skimmer box). I walk around and brush it away, vacuum, add chlorine if needed. The water is crystal clear otherwise. Is there something...

The pool is cloudy, I took water to the pool store and did exactly what they told me too. I have cleaned and vacuumed and I just can’t figure it out. Please help

We are new to pools as ours was finished about a month ago. We are leaving for 6 days so I am wondering what to do. Note that our SWG is not turned on yet so it’s a regular chlorine pool for now. I know I should SLAM before I leave but what else? PH is at 7.8 but rises quick since pool is new...

New pebble sheen pool filled with water a week ago in North Texas. Went to large pool supply store and had water tested. Asked the guy several questions and even took my pool start up info. He seemed very knowledgable and explained what we needed to do and I went home feeling confident with...

I'm on the HOA board of a condo complex with 200+ units. We have an outdoor pool and an indoor hot tub. We're taking a closer look at water testing, and though our pool traffic is not what I would consider "high volume" (we're not the YMCA; I'm guessing we have a total of about three dozen...

Hey Pool Kids! I've done a quick search of TFP regarding this, with no luck. So here I am! Got a slow-start at pool opening this year, but started SLAM 4 days ago, my 2nd year following the TFP method, and the process is going smoothly. And for a VERY impatient person, I'm following the rules...

Hello, friends! I am newbie😊but I am willing to learn! I need to know steps what to do after filling up my pool with water. I have Intex XTR 18’ round pool. I’ve bought Aqua Trol above ground saltwater system and Hayward pump. I really lost and don’t know what to do first, what chemicals should...

I saw the TFP posts about storing chlorine and muriatic acid. I just wasn't 100% clear on the situation with dry stablizer and hardness increaser. Specifically: 1) Is there anything I should avoid storing either of them with? 2) Do they need to be stored indoors or can I store them outdoors in...

I'll admit i have slacked off on brushing the pool in the last month because it is still record Dang heat, and I have this dermatology thing going on that i can't go in the sun, but i am surprised to see a little algae forming in the crease of the steps and on the love seat. How can i fix it...

Greetings. First time posting, although I've gotten great advice on here in the forums. Allow me to give some back story: We purchased our home 4 years ago, that came with an inground pool. Now, this pool is pretty much a no frills, sit your happy butt back and drink beer in it, kind of pool...

Hello - I'm not only brand new to this forum, but I am also a brand new pool owner. About a week and a half ago I had an 18' round 52" high pool with sand filter installed. The place I bought the pool from taught me next to nothing about maintaining a pool. Same with the installers. With my...

We are going to a new pool place and got our water sample checked. They suggested 12 lbs of Alkaline and 6 cups of Muriatic acid. I’m confused. Doesn’t one lower and one raise the Ph? Why would you do that? thanks

HELLO! I'm new here, & new yo owning a bigger pool than ever. Lol relax its only a 15ft, one of the quick set vinyl pools. Even thought some of my friend recommended me not to get it, I still have it. Anyway to the chase, I knew nothing of the cleaning till last week when I was @ the store I...

Hi, I am new pool owner been trying to balance my water and keep chlorine levels up. Been raining quite a bit here in Atlanta. Its forecast to rain in the next couple of days. What do you guys do in this type of weather? Do you continue to shock pool and add chemicals to the water or do you...