Originally written as a reply to this post. Split into a new topic as it was getting off topic for that one. JasonLion
Bleach IS liquid chlorine - 6% strength... keep the first B
Borax is NOT optional (for some)- it's used to raise pH. I use at least 1/2 box during startup each year. I have a lot of pine tree needles and cones which will lower my pH. Spilled Coke and fruit juices probably don't help either. I have some "pH Down", but I've never needed it.
Keep the second B.
Baking soda is not used to raise pH, it's for TA. It's also very good for washing the waterline. Three boxes used this year, so far. Keep the third B.
Not trying to be a booger, here... just don't generalize...
Dan
Richard, I think you need to re-read what the 3 B's are for...Richard320 said:BBB is a nice alliteration, but in reality, you can buy liquid chlorine at a pool store or maybe even a hardware store and end up slightly cheaper. If you have low CH or CYA, you might even find the dreaded pucks worthwhile. It doesn't have to be grocery store bleach. So scratch the first B.
Borax is optional. I know it will make the water feel nice. Best swimming pool I've ever been in was at Furnace Creek Ranch in Death Valley, and not just because it was 97 at 9 PM.... I'm looking at a drain or R/O so I see no point adding it now. Scratch the second B.
Depending on your fill water, you may never have to add TA nor raise pH. Scratch the Baking Soda.
Bleach IS liquid chlorine - 6% strength... keep the first B
Borax is NOT optional (for some)- it's used to raise pH. I use at least 1/2 box during startup each year. I have a lot of pine tree needles and cones which will lower my pH. Spilled Coke and fruit juices probably don't help either. I have some "pH Down", but I've never needed it.
Keep the second B.
Baking soda is not used to raise pH, it's for TA. It's also very good for washing the waterline. Three boxes used this year, so far. Keep the third B.
Not trying to be a booger, here... just don't generalize...
Dan