just an update on my pool.
We received 5 inches of rain this past weekend (Sorry, Houston. We feel for you). This has helped plenty in replenishing my pool water without have to drain some of it. Our overflow does that for us.
Current levels tested yesterday
FC - 5
PH - 7.2
TA- 80
CH - 350
CYA - 60
My CYA is still a little high, but I'm thinking it will come down with water replacement over the Summer.
Shouldn't I be trying to keep my FC level in line with my current CYA level?
Pool School - Chlorine / CYA Chart Yes
With another rain event expected early in the morning, how should I approach adding bleach. A little each day to account for the rain replacement? OR wait out this next rain, and then add.
Why add bleach that will just get washed away?
My PH is a little low, right now. Should i add a little soda to bring it up to 7.6 or so?
No. Rain splashes tends to aerate the pool, which drives pH up. Again, why add chemicals that will just get washed away?
I'm still learning how the rain water adjusts my chemical levels and want to be pro-active when necessary, but not OVER-reactive.
i'm getting the hang of this new way of pool care, and I do like it.
Also, at times, the calcium on the tiles will seem to go away(during the rain event), but starts to return afterward.
How do i address this?
I think my CH levels aren't too bad now.
It's just because it's wet. Acid, elbow grease, and maybe a pumice stone will remove it. Wait until it's warm enough to get in. It's much easier working at eye level than on hands and knees reaching over the side.
one more thing.
My CSI levels are finally better as well.
thanks everyone.