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hi chemical readings

by Guest » Sat 26 Sep, 2009 11:41

Pool Stats: rectangle with 1 meter circle jacuzzi swim out at one corner. 4 x 6 meters, 1 meter to 1.5 meter depth, avg temp 80 degree F, sand filter, 1 hp pump, so...

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Last post by Guest
Mon 05 Oct, 2009 12:20
Want to try BBB but not sure what to do!
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by Guest » Wed 05 Aug, 2009 10:11

I am new to pool care, we've struggled with learning what to do all summer and I am sick of spending hundreds to get rid of algea for it to return in a week! I bought 6...
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Last post by PoolPro
Tue 22 Sep, 2009 21:38
BBB Chlorination

by SixFeetUnder » Sun 06 Sep, 2009 21:54

Hi all,

First of all thanks for reading. My pool is currently screwed...okay well not really. Water is clear, no staining ...but algae is forming. I recently (if you...

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Last post by SixFeetUnder
Tue 08 Sep, 2009 18:48
Just opened up the pool today.. Need help

by senniss » Thu 02 Jul, 2009 15:39

Yeah i know.. Wayyyy late to open, but we've been busy..lol

Last year we started the BBB method and did ok.. but had trouble keeping levels where they should have been,...

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Last post by chem geek
Thu 02 Jul, 2009 20:20
Green pool...started with pool store chemicals...now what?

by nicksmom » Fri 05 Jun, 2009 11:25

I've been reading through old/other posts here, but I seem to be missing something. We took our winter cover off last week. Pool looked pretty good. Then my husband was...

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Last post by chem geek
Thu 25 Jun, 2009 11:48
Starting BBB methog, please HELP.

by astroprojector » Thu 21 May, 2009 16:28

Hi There.

This is my first post. I have never own the pool before and have some questions about the upkeep. The house that I recently purchased has a kidney shaped...

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Last post by aquamom
Mon 25 May, 2009 06:48
Green water. i need help please!!!!!!!!!!!

by kamicat » Sun 17 May, 2009 13:50

i need help! my pool is green. i have 27 around and 52 deep. holds 19,000 gal i believe. i have heyward sand filter.

tc=0
ph=8.4
ta=40
ca=15-20

i am trying to use...

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Last post by chem geek
Mon 18 May, 2009 21:27
Raising chlorine in pebble tek pool

by azgirl » Tue 28 Apr, 2009 21:14

I have tried everything to get the Ph and Chlorine level up to where it's supposed to be and have not had any luck. I have a 26,250 gal. pool and spa. HELP!!!

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Last post by azgirl
Tue 28 Apr, 2009 21:14
Saltwater pools?

by Rob » Tue 05 Aug, 2008 18:58

Will the BBB method work for saltwater pools?

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Last post by Guest
Thu 02 Apr, 2009 03:43
what is the bbb method

by shyiwas » Mon 28 Apr, 2008 11:41

i have a salt pool on my #2 pool guy and yesterday walked out and have green alge in my pool have pebble tech and rock features with major calcium build up does this bbb...

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Last post by chem geek
Fri 27 Mar, 2009 11:57
Borax for pool water

by Larry » Mon 23 Mar, 2009 05:58

Any comments on the documented and scientifically proven effects of borax on pool water? Foundation claims that it is a phosphate remover, natural enzyme, stabilizer and...

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Last post by chem geek
Mon 23 Mar, 2009 11:04
ATTN: All BBB experts! You are needed!

by Jeannie » Wed 20 Aug, 2008 17:17

Hi everyone :D

I an new to the BBB method and want to master it. Can you help me? My little guy has dry skin and I really want to use the least amount of harsh...

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Last post by chem geek
Mon 16 Mar, 2009 20:14
Borax or boric acid?

by Larry » Thu 12 Mar, 2009 12:08

I have been reading through some previous posts about using borax and boric acid (in the BBB method as well as with commercial pool supplies). Here are some extracts to...

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Last post by chem geek
Fri 13 Mar, 2009 20:54
BBB method?

by Watergirl » Mon 19 May, 2008 08:31

Okay I give, what is the BBB method?? I am looking for a cheaper, but still safe for my pool method of maintaining, these chemicals from the pool store are killing my...

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Last post by chem geek
Tue 10 Mar, 2009 10:20
BBB pools for beginners

by Guest » Mon 09 Mar, 2009 04:26

BBB just refers to using Bleach, Borax and Baking Soda for chemical additions of chlorine, increasing pH, and increasing Total Alkalinity (TA).

They stand for the...

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Last post by chem geek
Mon 09 Mar, 2009 16:43
winterizing above ground pool

by rc10635 » Sat 30 Aug, 2008 20:08

need help with the BBB method.. I have an 18' round above ground pool I would like to close up. The pool has been up for about 1 month. I live in NY and will wait till...

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Last post by rc10635
Sat 30 Aug, 2008 20:08
BBB Method Recommendations For Normal Operation

by JIMNSC » Mon 18 Jun, 2007 19:56

Hi - I'm the guy who had no FC and ultra high CYA. Still have the Ultra high CYA but have finally overcome chlorine block. I now have decent FC, pH, alalinity, etc....

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Last post by chem geek
Sat 23 Aug, 2008 18:26
first things first

by Andra » Thu 17 Jul, 2008 10:49

I thought I sent this but didn't see it, so if I double post I apologize ahead of time. Hello everyone, have been reading this forum for several days and have learned...

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Last post by muss08
Thu 17 Jul, 2008 16:50
HERE ARE MY NUMBERS....I WANT TO JOIN THE BBB CROWD..PLEASE

by RM8739 » Thu 29 May, 2008 09:24

I HAVE AN 18X 36 IN GROUND POOL WITH VINYL LINER. I OPENED THE POOL SUNDAY AND RAN THE FILTER FOR 24 HRS. YESTER DAY I TOOK A SAMPLE OF MY WATER TO MY LOCAL POOL STORE...

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Last post by Guest
Sat 31 May, 2008 15:53
BBB Method - SWG - New Owner Advice Needed

by gtr1721 » Fri 30 May, 2008 10:19

I am new to the forum and a new pool owner - this site has been outstanding!!! The pool company that was recomended to us completely messed up our pool from day one! I...

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Fri 30 May, 2008 10:19

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