Yes, you can add chlorine and stabilizer at the same time. Just be sure to follow the manufacturer's directions for each product.
No, you cannot use bleach instead of chlorine in your pool. Bleach is not a sanitizer and will not kill bacteria or other harmful organisms in your pool. Additionally, bleach is not stable in water and will quickly degrade, leaving your pool vulnerable to contamination.
Yes, you can put stabilizer directly in your pool, but it is not recommended. Stabilizer is a chemical that is used to help maintain the pH levels in your pool, and it can be corrosive to some pool surfaces. If you are going to add stabilizer to your pool, it is best to do so slowly and in small amounts.
If you have an unbalanced pool, it is not recommended that you swim in it. An unbalanced pool can cause the water to be pulled in one direction, which can make it difficult to swim. It can also cause the pool to drain in one direction, which can create a dangerous situation.
4.5/5
Increases Water Hardness
Prevents the staining or etching of your pool's surface
Ideal Calcium Hardness range 200 - 400ppm
Low calcium hardness level can cause corrosive water
$234
This worked just as well in my in-ground cement/plaster pool as other, more costly calcium increasers from the neighborhood pool business and produced the required increase in calcium per the label. It also disintegrated similarly to other calcium boosters I've used. This product's label instructs users to add by dusting it over the pool. That was successful; after a minute or two, the particles that fell to the bottom were dissolved. The label on the increasers sold at pool stores advises pre-dissolving in a bucket in small amounts. This Pool Mate product responded favorably to that pre-dissolving technique. Since the water does naturally warm up during this exogenic process of dissolving the calcium, I suspect the reason why the sprinkling method (rather than pre-dissolving) is recommended is due to some fear of splashing the dissolving liquid into one's eyes. Therefore, the "sprinkling" approach is arguably the user's safest option. I also computed the projected increase in calcium based on the weight of calcium provided and the size of my pool, and the result was precise. Use the chart on the product or have more fun in the discussion section of troublefreepool.com's "poolmath" section. This calcium supplement from Pool Mate has made me extremely delighted.
4.3/5
Fast-dissolving granular product
Adjusts water pH and alkalinity upwards
Pour directly into spa water
Fast-dissolving granular product
Compatible with all sanitizers including chlorine and biguanide
Increases water pH and alkalinity upwards
Maintains clean, clear sanitized water
$234
It really works well. I have a spa that is inflatable and holds around 230 gallons of water. I add a good cup or so of these granules when the pH is low. Overnight, the pH balances out on its own. It's absurd that the recipe calls for a tablespoon of these granules. I have no idea what they are contemplating. At first, despite days of diligently putting in a tablespoon as directed, the pH measurement remained unchanged. When the pH is too low, simply shake a good amount into the water—about a handful and a half.
4.3/5
Balance spa alkalinity and hot tub alkalinity to prevent ph bounce and other spa water problems.
Compatible with chlorine, bromine, ozone and biguanide sanitizers
Compatible with all sanitizers including bromine, chlorine and biguanide
Effectively raises alkalinity levels
For more than 25 years, Leisure Time has been the premier name in spa water care
Ideal range of total alkalinity in a spa is 80-120 ppm
$234
What my spa chemicals refer to as "total alkalinity increaser," which is sodium bicarbonate, is what I was wanting to order. It is more of a simple pH booster. When using sodium hydrogen bicarbonate, you get less bounce. Just letting you know so you'll know what to expect. It's still a fantastic product, just not the one I was hoping for. Should be more clearly stated somewhere in the Amazon description, or maybe I just didn't see it.
4.2/5
Balances water for bather comfort
1tsp per 100 gallons of spa or hot tub water
Protects your spa or hot tub from corrosion due to low pH
SpaGuard pH Increaser is a dry, granular product that gradually raises your pH level
SpaGuard Spa pH Increaser 18oz
$234
In May 2017, I paid $10.71 for this. I never accept free or cheap things; I always pay full price.It's not that difficult. It's a chemical substance that raises the pH of the hot tub or pool. It finishes its task. Chemical evaluation is challenging since, in reality, if the chemical composition is correct, a reaction will take place. There won't be much variation in the efficacy of various brands, unless there is some manufacturing that leaves the chemical in larger pieces that are more difficult to dissolve.For me, the only thing I can conclude is that the chemical reacted as expected; testing strips showed that it raised the pH in our hot tub, and the package was appropriate and did not seem flimsy. Although I realize that some individuals might prefer the lid to be clearly marked with how much it carries, I don't require a spoon.
4.2/5
No Assembly Required
Safe For All Pool Types
Prevents Corrosion, Staining And Etching To Protect Surfaces
Ideal For Plaster Pools And Soft Water Areas
$234
This calcium supplement is excellent and quite simple to use. This product doesn't require pre-dissolving or pre-mixing before being added to the spa. This calcium is far more affordable and practical than liquid calcium. I adore it so much!Overall, I'm really happy with this purchase and heartily endorse it. Please let me know if my review gave you any relevant information. Any inquiries are welcome. I bought this item at the full price. Nobody prompted me to write this review; it is entirely my own opinion.
4/5
Optimizes sanitizer efficiency
Raises pH to protect equipment and surfaces
Prevents eye irritation
$234
This item is a straightforward chemical that increases pH. It costs four times as much at pool supply stores, which is absurd. Works nicely, but pay close attention to the precise amounts you should apply to elevate the pH to a particular level. I erred by disregarding the dosage instructions on the container, resulting in a pool full of baby blue foggy water. Knowing the pH of your well water is crucial since I use well water to fill my pool.
4/5
Reduces pH to protect equipment and surfaces
Optimizes sanitizer efficiency
Reduces skin irritation
$234
Muriatic Acid (HCl) is a powerful acid that is very corrosive, smells awful, and if you accidently overdose, you risk damaging the filter pump. This is one of the reasons I don't use it. Additionally, since you cannot dispose of it anywhere, it is challenging to get rid of if you are not using it. Now that muriatic acid is a waste product from the production of other things, it is affordable and possibly makes sense for professionals and big public pools. This firm powder is what I want for a pool at home. A fantastic item that is gentle but effective, slightly pricey but still available on Amazon for less money than at Lowes or Home Depot.
If you have a saltwater pool, you should shock it before you add chemicals to balance the pH levels. Chlorine levels should also be tested and adjusted before you add chemicals.
Yes, shocking a pool does lower alkalinity. This is because when you shock a pool, you are essentially adding a large amount of chlorine to the water, which will then lower the pH levels.
If your pool is unbalanced, the first thing you need to do is test the pH and chlorine levels. If the pH is too low, add some pH increaser. If the chlorine is too low, add some chlorine.
A pool can be balanced in a few hours, depending on the size and type of pool. In-ground pools take longer to balance than above-ground pools.
Stabilizer keeps chlorine in your pool from evaporating too quickly. It also provides a buffer, so your chlorine levels don't fluctuate as much. You can swim as soon as you add stabilizer to your pool.
You should adjust your pH levels first and then chlorine. This is because chlorine is more effective in a pool with the proper pH levels.
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