K well I ordered a Taylor phosphate test so will see what it says when it gets here. Taylor 2006 tests today have me at
FC 6.5
CC. 0
PH 7.2
TA 70
CYA 40
CH 200
Pool store said
FC 0.7 (?!)
Total Chlorine 0.8
PH 7.2
TA 73
CYA 35
CH 150
I questioned the FC, was told that with high phosphate level the readings would be unreliable.
I asked for salt level was told ifits a chlorine pool and I haven’t put any in well then it’s zero. When I told them I was adding salt to my chlorine pool for better water feel they looked at me like I had 3 heads. Also told me my filters need cleaning b/c test said I had poor filtration. I changed my filters 4 days ago. So I think I’ll wait on the Taylor test before I trust their phosphate reading.
But, could high phosphates contribute to the feel of the water? I’m noticing a kinda sticky feeling. Which is why I’m headed to buy some salt, see what happens.