Pool startup options leaning towards Bicarb

[AZRider]

Our pool is ready for plaster. We chose StoneScapes Mini pebble Aqua White. We need to be prepared for start-up. We are leaning towards Bicarbonate process. NPT does not show that as a startup option. We like bicarb due to it being easier on the plaster, leaving a smoother surface than acid startup. Is there a reason not to do Bicarb? Our fill water is low CH, only 50ppm and TA is 120ppm. Which means I would need to adjust TA up 230ppm or about 38# of Baking soda. Is this going to cause any adverse reactions with the pool chemistry when I need to add Calcium Chloride to bring CH up on day 2 once pH is below 8.2?

 

[ajw22]

Nope. It will work.

 

[AZRider]

Nope. It will work.

Thanks I will assemble my list of materials I need for startup and go shopping. Now if the weather will cooperate, temperature is supposed to hit 113 tomorrow in the valley of the sun.