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Atlanta Braves news: Day one of the fallout

by trottier » Tue 10 Apr, 2018 04:52

MLB lays the hammer down on Atlanta with sanctionsThe day of reckoning for the Braves finally came and the punishment was just as severe as it was...

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Tue 10 Apr, 2018 04:52
Shock or Drain?

by rickaltman » Tue 20 Mar, 2018 09:52

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Good morning to all -- This long-time pool owner but new forum member has a dilemma. We are relandscaping in our backyard, including the asphalt and...

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Rick, it is still better to add chlorine than not to add chlorine, even if you just move the water around with a makeshift paddle.

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Wed 21 Mar, 2018 16:18
Swimming pools 2018

by Teapot » Fri 09 Mar, 2018 07:50

It is time to update some of the information on swimming pools, over the years I have tried with other pool technicians around the world to get to...

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Fri 09 Mar, 2018 07:50
green water

by xsil1111 » Thu 25 May, 2017 09:53

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I opened my pool, no problem, except needs vacuumed. Tested the water, ph was high, so I mixed borax with water and dumped in about 1/2 a quart, 1...

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I opened my pool, no problem, except needs vacuumed. Tested the water, ph was high, so I mixed borax with water and dumped in about 1/2 a quart, 1...

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Wed 29 Nov, 2017 01:47
What Chemicals do I use to get rid of green algae from pebble Crete Pool

by trudykramer1 » Sat 18 Mar, 2017 13:45

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I have completely drained my pool which is a pebble Crete pool, I'm wanting to know what chemicals I need to use to get the Algae up from the pool...

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Properly chlorinated pools don't need algaecide
The only effecive way to clear algae from your full pool is to Slam (Shock Level and Maintain) with...

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Last post by Denniswiseman
Sun 17 Sep, 2017 11:35
Vinyl liner out of place

by Tcwinslow14 » Sun 21 May, 2017 21:27

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My liner has come out of the track in several places. We had water between the liner and the concrete walls. We know that on initial install they...

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You must opt for a professional rather than fixing it yourself.

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Thu 25 May, 2017 01:13
opening my pool after algae

by isthisme » Sun 07 Aug, 2016 17:17

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Hi,

So summer 2015 bought a Coleman above ground 16ft by 48". We live in Southern Louisiana.. tons of rain... tons.. for days.. electricity...

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Slam the pool
Follow the instructions exactly

Would agree here, works for me!

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Last post by aquapro
Wed 26 Apr, 2017 03:44
Expensive!

by Bearded5 » Tue 18 Apr, 2017 21:08

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I was just comparing phosphate free products. I usually pay 40 for 2L. I decided to shop smarter and possibly buy products online. When I searched...

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Don't worry about phosphates as they are only a problem when your chlorine/CYA levels aren't correct
Check out these links they will help you...

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Last post by Denniswiseman
Sat 22 Apr, 2017 06:46
Possibly switch fromSynergy products to another.

by frisbeguy4 » Tue 04 Apr, 2017 20:04

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I have been using Synergy products, made by Omni, for the past four years.(time I have owned the pool) When the pool season starts, the Synergy...

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I use
Sodium hypochlorite (bleach) to chlorinate
Hydrochlopric acid (Muriatic acid) to lower pH and TA
Sodium Bicarbonate (bicarbonate of soda) to...

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Last post by Denniswiseman
Wed 05 Apr, 2017 04:48
GREEN POOL WATER

by Jackie » Sun 06 Jun, 2010 12:54

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We have a 16 ft above ground that holds 4,000 gallons water. Since we have had copper problems last year, after filling pool this year we went ahead...

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Thanks a lot for your crucial tips .

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Last post by charlesronald
Fri 10 Mar, 2017 01:57
Pros and cons to draining an inground to clean it

by Needsinputguy » Sun 29 Apr, 2012 11:55

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Im wanting to drain my pool ... It looks like a swamp lol is it a good idea to drain it , clean it and refill ( in less than a day ) some people say...

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My friend have a small inground pool (12' x24') and he would like to be able to swim continuously, without having to turn around. He have seem add-on...

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Last post by Glen123
Thu 18 Aug, 2016 02:38
dirt

by ollie » Sat 22 May, 2010 00:30

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Hi could someone help me pleas? I am just learning about my pool so I may be a bit slow on the uptake.

My problem is, everytime I clean & back...

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The filter becomes clogged and requires cleaning. Remove the filter element, replace with the previously cleaned set, and rinse dirty elements with...

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Wed 03 Aug, 2016 00:48
BBB expanded

by odbob » Tue 12 Jul, 2016 02:49

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My pool is 30ft x 8ft indoor (indoor because of the British weather) and used by just two people, it is maintained at a constant 31.5 c (88.7 f) all...

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Anyone thinking of having an indoor pool, building insulation is the one most important consideration, the more insulation that you can pack in, the...

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Tue 19 Jul, 2016 05:45
high TA low pH

by backlit » Mon 11 Jul, 2016 15:08

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Hello All,
This pool stuff is a lot harder than I thought it was going to be... :shock:

I just got an intex 18x9x52 (4545 gallon) vinyl pool about...

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Just raise the PH by aeration I use a large pond aerator but you can adjust your return jets to spray in the air
This is how most of us pool...

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Last post by Denniswiseman
Tue 12 Jul, 2016 03:34
Chlorine to high

by Bhurley2016 » Fri 08 Jul, 2016 11:55

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:( I have managed to get the chlorine to high . Can sone one tell me what I can do other than drain my pool to lower the chlorine...

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If you uncover the pool and expose it to direct sunlight then the chlorine will drop faster. If you have Cyanuric Acid (aka stabilizer or...

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Last post by chem geek
Sat 09 Jul, 2016 03:43
Pool Plaster problem

by CharlotteEhle » Fri 04 Mar, 2016 05:21

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Our Backyard pool is not quite old. Few years back, it was re-plastered but now its plaster is chipping out. I want to know what about the ways to...

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Hey Charlotte,
I guess the replaster you did was not effective since your pool was not that old. You have every right to question the services who...

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Last post by CarolCPalmer
Thu 26 May, 2016 04:13
Cya

by wilbanks51 » Wed 04 Jun, 2014 09:59

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I use borax to lower PH. What product from the store can I use to raise cya? Also, I have baking soda but can't remember what I use it for.

thanks

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I think you meant that you use 20 Mule Team Borax to RAISE the pH. It won't lower the pH.

Baking soda is used to raise the Total Alkalinity (TA)....

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Last post by chem geek
Wed 04 Jun, 2014 12:18
Pool Tile Grout for Mosaic on Bottom

by deedee209 » Sun 24 Mar, 2013 18:34

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We are replastering our pool and adding a mosaic design on the bottom. What kind of grout do I need to use? I have been told that I can use regular...

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thanks

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Last post by Dave_09
Fri 30 May, 2014 04:22
How Open a Pool Using the BBB method...
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by momofsamuel » Thu 02 Apr, 2009 16:50

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I usually use chlorine from the pool store but am interested in saving money on pool maintenance this year. What are the instructions for opening a...

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You don't "put in" BBB. BBB just refers to a method with accurate testing (usually using the Taylor K-2006 or the TFTestkits TF-100 ),...
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Last post by chem geek
Fri 21 Jun, 2013 15:53
Regrouting pool tiles for better appearance

by PoolShark » Sun 25 Oct, 2009 16:59

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Hi all

I want to drain the pool now it's Autumn in Spain and regrout the existing tiles to give a fresher, cleaner look. Can anyone tell me the...

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We are replastering our pool and adding a mosaic design on the bottom. What kind of grout do I need to use? I have been told that I can use regular...

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Sun 24 Mar, 2013 18:30

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