- May 3, 2014
- 58,522
- Pool Size
- 6000
- Surface
- Fiberglass
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Pentair Intellichlor IC-40
Well that gives me confidence...lol. The guy that was here did not seem to know much about treating the water nor about the covering I guess. He told me that the guys that come out tomorrow to do the acid wash would be able to tell me more about maintenance for the warranty.That is plaster.
I have to give credit to the wife too, she picked it. I knew I wanted something blue to enhance the water color, but the rest was on her. I cant wait to see how it looks once we fill it.I've been reading up a lot on plasters lately in prep for that decision on our new pool. From what I've learned the old marcite plaster is was the original finish then they started adding colors. Then there are newer plasters with quartz, pebbles and other materials added. Net result is a prettier and longer lasting finish. The choices seem to be endless. This is one of those areas where I defer to my wife and just hope she can make up her mind in time. If she needs a nudge or help making those final decisions I'll be asking @kimkats et al for help! I like the one you picked.
Chris
Use this PoolMath and look for the CSI. Water temp also plays a big part in the total balance so make sure you have that info.he pointed to this paragraph on the contract.
Chris! I would LOVE to help you spend your money!! hehecan make up her mind in time. If she needs a nudge or help making those final decisions I'll be asking @kimkats et al for help! I
Thank you for the warm welcome back. I can't wait until we start filling it tomorrow.@Niteowl !!! WELCOME HOME!!!!
I love, love, love!!! what you have done to the pool. That waterline tile and small tile on the edge are wonderful. I would not have thought to do that!!! You could be a trend setter with that!!!
Use this PoolMath and look for the CSI. Water temp also plays a big part in the total balance so make sure you have that info.
Chris! I would LOVE to help you spend your money!! hehe
You can wait 3 or 4 days or longer for chlorine and CYA.Ok, she is filled. Took about 20 hours. Brushed it once so far, will brush a 2nd time tonight. First readings are TA = 210 & Ph is atleast 8.2, it looked to be higher, but that is as high as the chart went. I added 23oz of pre-diluted muriatic acid, per the PoolMath app.
None of the guides mention CH, they say for the first 48 - 72 hours focus on getting pH and TA under control and brush twice a day to loosen plaster dust. Then after 72 hours to start bring CYA up, then FC. I haven't been testing for CH, should I start?You can wait 3 or 4 days or longer for chlorine and CYA.
Just focus on TA, ph, and CH. Yes pull the metals out of the water first.
They really left you hanging
Focus on pH quickly. TA is less of an issue; correcting your pH will also correct TA.2nd test of the day after 2nd brush. TA = 190, pH = 8. The app says that to bring down TA I need to get the pH to 7 - 7.2 then aerate, does that just mean to run the pump?
Does the pH go up as I am brushing the dust? I had it down to about 7.8ish then after 2nd brush of the day its back to 8 - 8.2.Focus on pH quickly. TA is less of an issue; correcting your pH will also correct TA.
None of the guides mention CH, they say for the first 48 - 72 hours focus on getting pH and TA under control and brush twice a day to loosen plaster dust. Then after 72 hours to start bring CYA up, then FC. I haven't been testing for CH, should I start?