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Just curious who owns...

by laurab » Fri 28 Mar, 2008 16:47

this website? I noticed that it's also in Turkish :D

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Fri 28 Mar, 2008 16:47
Iron rich rock causing stains?

by rb999 » Wed 26 Mar, 2008 17:37

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My contractor is nearly finishing my pool project now. The pool has a mossy boulder grotto with a large table top spillover. Up until last week the...

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If it is iron/rust coming from the rock. Yes, it will stain all the surfaces that contain the water over time even the insides of the pipe. They do...

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Last post by DBServices
Wed 26 Mar, 2008 18:58
In ground or above ground pools? Pro's and Con's of both

by captaincrunch » Wed 26 Mar, 2008 14:42

We want to install a pool. My Dad wants an above ground pool so that if it's no longer wanted it can be easily removed.

What are the pro's and...

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Last post by captaincrunch
Wed 26 Mar, 2008 14:42
water testing software

by wizard » Mon 15 Oct, 2007 22:00

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is anyone aware of computer software that can be used to evaluate results and then determine corrective measures?

wizard - australia

salt...

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You can use The Pool Calculator to enter current and goal water chemistry parameters and it will tell you the quantities of chemicals needed to...

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Last post by chem geek
Tue 25 Mar, 2008 10:46
Which test

by Kathyteacher » Tue 18 Mar, 2008 20:48

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Which is the best pool water test kit to buy?

Thanks :wink:

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The Taylor K-2006 is indeed an excellent kit and you can buy it online at a good price here . You can also get the TF100 kit from tftestkits(dot)com...

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Last post by chem geek
Fri 21 Mar, 2008 12:56
pool cover with deck

by boomer » Fri 21 Mar, 2008 10:11

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Hi

I plan on building a deck that will completely surround my new above ground pool (not yet installed). How do people who have the same...

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I have gap above the pool frame and the decking about a 1" gap that I can pull tarp under the decking and over the pool frame. In the summer I...

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Last post by DBServices
Fri 21 Mar, 2008 12:13
To pool or not to pool???

by Brittany25 » Sun 16 Mar, 2008 10:58

Hello. My husband and I are buying a home in Phoenix, AZ and are having a tough decision between houses with and without a pool. We have looked at...

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Sun 16 Mar, 2008 10:58
white cell

by dummy » Thu 13 Mar, 2008 19:05

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Sorry if I'm posting in the wrong section.

Ive had a pool for nearly 3 years now and not had any real dramas.

This summer has been a real pain....

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Thank you very much, you have been very helpful.

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Thu 13 Mar, 2008 22:12
backwashing...

by wolfdog6767 » Thu 13 Mar, 2008 01:07

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Let my pool go all winter now trying to get it back in shape, have added the right chemicals and did the vacuuming and skimmed but I keep reading...

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what type of filter do you have?

DE & sand filters can be backwashed

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Last post by mr_clean
Thu 13 Mar, 2008 09:46
trying to adjust chem levels need help

by dirtrider230 » Mon 10 Mar, 2008 13:12

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O.k checked pool Saturday 35000 gallon. in ground, salt sytem. 0 chlorine readin, PH high, TA 150PPM. Went to Leslie's. They said three bags (1pnd I...

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O.k checked pool Saturday 35000 gallon. in ground, salt sytem. 0 chlorine readin, PH high, TA 150PPM. Went to Leslie's. They said three bags (1pnd I...

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Last post by mr_clean
Mon 10 Mar, 2008 18:03
In-Ground Pool has been covered for two years

by CynthiaS » Sun 17 Feb, 2008 18:03

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Hi, boy am I glad I found you folks. I have recently acquired a home with an in ground pool that has been covered with an extremely heavy rubber...

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Sorry laptop's battery died.

Anyways, you do need to buy some sort of test kit. For this application I would use test strips. They are much...

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Last post by muss08
Fri 07 Mar, 2008 22:15
Solar Fish

by wiz28 » Mon 03 Mar, 2008 19:22

Anyone familiar with the Solar Fish that keep the heat from escaping the pool? Supposed to work like a solar cover and it has worked for me in the...

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Mon 03 Mar, 2008 19:22
Pool Lighting

by Guest » Sun 24 Feb, 2008 14:43

I am looking at replacing my incadesent light with a Color Splash LED light. However, according to the makers of this light-they state that there are...

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Sun 24 Feb, 2008 14:43
Poor air quality in pool

by edemac » Thu 10 Jan, 2008 11:05

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I'm having problems with the air quality in our swimming pool. I run the chlorine at about 2.0 because of the heavy use. & my ph is at 7.5. We...

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Measure the combined chlorine. You will probably find the value is quite high. If it is the case, you are not using enough shock.

Post the levels...

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Last post by Poolz
Tue 05 Feb, 2008 19:24
POOL CHECMICALS AND ITEMS FOR SALE

by aggalici » Fri 27 Jul, 2007 18:10

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I have chemicals and items in stock to keep your pool looking silky, fresh and blue this summer. All products are top quality from bioguard which is...

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Do you ship international?

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Last post by Vincent
Wed 30 Jan, 2008 20:53
Where is Everyone? No one here during the winter?

by iggy » Wed 23 Jan, 2008 23:32

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I just had to send this message as it seems not many folks have questions during the winter. :lol:

I just had my new pool filled with water and my...

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Thanks Richard (Chem Geek)

I didn't know about the CYA and FC percentage like you mentioned.

FC should be 4.5% of CYA. Simple enough. LOL

Yes I do...

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Last post by iggy
Thu 24 Jan, 2008 10:43
What is in the AquaChem Stabilizer Solution bottle.

by iggy » Sun 20 Jan, 2008 11:52

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I'm not sure if anyone will know the answer but I was wondering what type of liquid was in the bottle named STABILZER SOLUTION. It is the large...

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It's the cyanuric acid test reagent, often called stabilizer.

If the level is too high you can get chlorine lock and if too low the chlorine just...

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Last post by John B.
Sun 20 Jan, 2008 14:48
Easy way to add bulk pool salt without possible staining

by iggy » Sun 06 Jan, 2008 22:15

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I have heard folks talk about some plater staining in their pool after adding a large amount of pool salt. One guys has a reasonable solution when...

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I use pellets, like those for water softeners. They are much less expensive than "pool salt" which seems to be marked up a lot for the pool...

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Last post by DKaz
Sat 12 Jan, 2008 07:39
Hayward Star Clear Plus broken nut bottom of filter

by DKaz » Fri 11 Jan, 2008 13:38

Hi, all,

First time using the forum. I'm in Broward, Florida. I have a Hayward "Star Clear Plus 1900" cartridge filter that has a broken...

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Fri 11 Jan, 2008 13:38
Pool Maintence

by xbombero » Thu 13 Dec, 2007 19:26

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We had some imitation rock put around our saltwater pool about 6 mo. ago. The contractor sealed the surface but now we are seeing white areas (spots)...

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Sounds like scale leaching out of the "rocks". A good sealant/ surface paint should keep the moisture in the new feature and prevent the...

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Wed 02 Jan, 2008 17:52

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