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A Beginners Guide to Using Borax in a Pool
Why would you use a household cleaner like borax in a pool? In this video, we’ll cover everything you need to know about this versatile substance, and why you might want to use it in your pool.
Companion article: poolonomics.com/borax-in-pool/
Pool calculator: www.troublefreepool.com/calc.html
Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
0:15 What is Borax?
0:47 Why Use Borax in a Pool?
1:39 How Does Borax Work?
2:06 Other Benefits of Using Borax
2:50 The Alternatives to Borax
3:35 How to Add Borax to Your Pool
5:09 Wrapping Up
Companion article: poolonomics.com/borax-in-pool/
Pool calculator: www.troublefreepool.com/calc.html
Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
0:15 What is Borax?
0:47 Why Use Borax in a Pool?
1:39 How Does Borax Work?
2:06 Other Benefits of Using Borax
2:50 The Alternatives to Borax
3:35 How to Add Borax to Your Pool
5:09 Wrapping Up
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Why Pool Closing Kits Are a Rip-Off (And What to Buy Instead)
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Pool closing kits are one of the most misleading products in the pool industry. In this video, we’ll go over why this is the case, and what alternative you should consider when closing your pool. Companion article: poolonomics.com/pool-closing-kits/ Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 0:15 What Do Pool Closing Kits Include? 0:54 Do You Need Shock or Oxidizer? 2:02 Do You Need Algaecide? 3:15 Do You Nee...
Stabilized vs Unstabilized Chlorine for Pools: Which is Best?
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When it comes to sanitizing a pool, at some point, you’ll need to decide between using stabilized or unstabilized chlorine. In this video, we'll go over the key differences between them, why these differences matter, and which one should you use in your pool. Companion article: poolonomics.com/stabilized-vs-unstabilized-chlorine/ Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 0:19 What is Stabilized Chlorine? 1:1...
Pool Flocculant Explained (And When You Should Use It)
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If you’ve ever had to deal with cloudy water, you’re probably familiar with flocculant. But how much do you really know about this specialty pool chemical? In this video, we’ll go deep on flocculant, how it actually works, and when you should (or shouldn’t) use it in your pool. Companion article: poolonomics.com/pool-flocculant/ Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 0:25 What is Pool Flocculant? 1:10 How...
Pool Chlorine vs Bleach: What's the Difference?
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Chlorine and bleach are sometimes used interchangeably in the pool business, but are they really the same thing? In this video, you’ll learn the key differences between them, whether you can use bleach in a pool, and which one you *should* use. Companion article: poolonomics.com/chlorine-vs-bleach/ Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 0:20 Bleach is a Weak Liquid Chlorine 0:48 Can You Use Bleach in a Po...
How to Add Chlorine Tablets to a Pool (3 Methods Compared)
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Chlorine tablets offer a cheap and convenient way to sanitize a pool. In this video, we'll tackle the most common methods for adding chlorine tablets to your pool, the pros and cons of each, and which method is best overall. Companion article: poolonomics.com/add-chlorine-tablets/ Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 0:24 Use a Floating Chlorine Dispenser 1:32 Use a Chlorine Feeder (Chlorinator) 2:53 Us...
Pool Chlorine vs Pool Shock: What's the Difference?
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What's the difference between chlorine and shock? The answer is a lot simpler than most pool owners realize. Companion article: poolonomics.com/chlorine-vs-shock/ Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 0:02 How is Shock Different from Chlorine? 0:46 Why Would You Need That Much Chlorine? 1:46 Are They Really Just the Same Thing? 4:09 What About Non-Chlorine Shock? 4:59 Wrapping Up
Free Chlorine vs Combined and Total Chlorine: What's the Difference?
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Why are there so many versions of chlorine? In this video, we’ll go over the differences between free chlorine, combined chlorine, and total chlorine, and what they each mean for your pool. Companion article: poolonomics.com/free-chlorine-vs-combined-total/ Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 0:15 Free Chlorine vs Combined Chlorine 1:24 What About Total Chlorine? 2:10 Why Do These Levels Matter? 3:20 T...
A Beginner's Guide to Free Chlorine in Your Pool
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For most pools, chlorine is the driving force behind clean and clear water - but it’s actually free chlorine that makes the magic happen. If you’re new to pool care or need a quick refresher, this video is our beginner’s guide to free chlorine, including what it is, how it works, and more. Read our companion article: poolonomics.com/free-chlorine/ Chapters: 0:00 Video Introduction 0:23 What is ...
A Beginner's Guide to Calcium Hardness in Your Pool
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When it comes to pools, the importance of calcium hardness is often overshadowed by pH, total alkalinity, and free chlorine. In this video, we shine a much-needed light on calcium hardness, and take you through everything a pool owner needs to know. Read our companion article: poolonomics.com/calcium-hardness Chapters: 0:00 Video Introduction 0:21 What is Calcium Hardness 1:02 Why is Calcium Ha...
A Beginner's Guide to Cyanuric Acid in Your Pool
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Cyanuric acid plays a vital role in most residential pools, especially pools that get plenty of sun exposure throughout the day. In this video, we take you through everything a pool owner should know when it comes to using cyanuric acid in a pool. Companion article: poolonomics.com/cyanuric-acid/ Video Chapters: 0:00 Video Introduction 0:20 What is Cyanuric Acid? 0:50 Why is Cyanuric Acid Impor...
A Beginner's Guide to Total Alkalinity in Your Pool
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Total alkalinity plays a huge role in your pool, but it can be confusing when you’re first getting started. This video will take you through everything a pool owner should know when it comes to alkalinity. Companion article: poolonomics.com/pool-alkalinity/ Video Chapters: 0:00 Video Introduction 0:17 What is Total Alkalinity? 1:01 Why is Total Alkalinity Important? 1:53 What Contributes to Tot...
A Beginners Guide to Your Pool's pH level
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Your pH level is at the heart of your pool chemistry. It dictates how your water looks, how it feels, and even its ability to fight off contaminants. In this video, we’ll take you through everything a pool owner needs to know when it comes to pH. Companion article: poolonomics.com/pool-ph-level/
Great explanation
Thank you for this clarity
Watch the PH video before watching this.
Your guides on these basic pool "must knows "are the best I've seen and explained at the perfect level of detail.
Putting granular CYA in sock and putting the sock in a chlorine floater has worked well for me. I go out every so often, take the sock out and give it squeeze. Easier than trying to suspend sock near return jet.
If i add borax to my pool will I still need chlorine?
So total alkalinity is independent of PH. Want to raise PH add baking soda. Want to lower PH add acid. Do the exact same thing with alkalinity. Got it.👍
Shock chlorine has no cya stabilizer, chlorine does. Your welcome.
what if it's a small kiddie pool? can I just chuck the amount needed in there or do i have to buy another thing?
If CYA does not evaporate with water, then why does topping up the pool to replace the water that evaporates raise the CYA level? Example. In a 25000 gallon pool the water weight is 195000 lbs (25000 gallons times 7.8 lbs / gallon). For CYA concentration of 30ppm, then there is 195000 times 30/1000000 = 5.85 lbs of CYA. If 1000 gallons of water evaporated & was replaced with 1000 gallons of fresh water, then the amount of CYA in the pool is the same (CYA does not evaporate) and the evaporated water has been replaced with fresh water, then the ratio of CYA to water is the same. However, the video at 5:25 states topping up the pool with fresh water will dilute & lower your CYA.
I dont understand what I'm looking at for the correct level. How do I know what the chart is reading. It goes from yellow fades up to red like the color of the drops I put in
Sounds like the pool testing kit I use with red drops. Put the drops in and shake the tube. Check the color. The one I use, light orange is what you want the pH to be. Yellow is too acidic. Red too alkaline.
Narrator has a nice voice
The total hardness of my pool water is way too high (Vegas). I bought flocculant to reduce the hardness. Is that appropriate?
Flocculant does not reduce hardness
The only way to reduce calcium hardness is to pump water out and refill with clean water. Or check your source water for high levels of carbonate hardness.
I have been watching videos, and they say floc reduces calcium. I'm trying to figure this out, too. The pool store told me there are ways to degrees calcium without draining. Plus if you drain you are just gonna refill it with your hard water
What about 35% hydrogen peroxide? Can this be used as a shock - treatment.
That’s almost like bio cell, it’s way more expensive and more of a pain to keep up on. In if you want to go back to chlorine. You’d have to drain pool clean really good and clean filter and pump. It’s not really worth going that route.
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Excellent info. Better than other vids by far.
So if the test strip showa 0 total Chlorine and the free Chlorine says its in the ok range, thats ok?
Seems to me your test was faulty of thats the case. It should be impossible for total to be below free.
If it’s showing 0 total chlorine then you have no chlorine whatsoever in your water.
Very useful for my assignment thank you!
Thank you sir😊
Excellent advice! I have a swg but until now I have been able to use 25 to 30 ppm CYA and maintaining 7.5% of free chlorine. So since 30ppm already gives a 98% protection per hour I am ok. I think using 60 to 80ppm would only increase kill times of bacteria etc. Some say however the swg has to work less so you would increase the life expectancy. On the other hand high levels of chlorine are not advisable for the pool (esp vinyl) and are not good for bather comfort. So my ideal CYA values is 25 to 30ppm. Thanks for this video!
Exactly what I do, except my unstabilized chlorine is made by a swg. CYA granules are a bit difficult to solve in a bucket but that's the only thing really. Some put these in a sock in the skimmer but I prefer to dilute first in a bucket and then slowly pour it in the pool right in front of a return at the deep end. You don't need a lot of CYA to add now and then.
Studying for my pool operator exam, love these videos clear and easy to follow
Well explained ! Thank you
Great information, exactly what I needed to know. Thank you ❤
Are you still supposed to use shock in a salt water pool.
Absolutely! Saltwater pools are really just chlorine pools with their own source of chlorine - but this is a low-level, residual source of chlorine that's designed to fight off everyday contaminants. Shock is still required for all the reasons mentioned in the video.
We are wondering about the 'DryTec 1-1901-24 Calcium Hypochlorite Chlorine Shock Treatment for Swimming Pools, 1-Pound' . It says on package to broadcast over water in pool, but some floated and some sank to bottom where we had to use the brush to stir up until it dissolved. Is it okay to dissolve in a bucket of water before pouring it in, even though it says not to do that, on the package? Is there any dangerous reason not to dissolve it first? Thanks!
i always disolve my shock first
Love your video, very helpful but have a customer who opening her pool she was adding loads of stabilised Chlorine granules instead of Shock, now her CNA is always very high, how can I lower this without emptying pool and adding fresh water ????
Thank you for the kind words. Unfortunately, you will need to at least partially drain the pool to see any significant decrease in CYA. It does break down by itself over time, but this process is very slow and not something you can afford to wait for given the effects of over-stabilization. You may also come across CYA decreaser but results are extremely mixed and not something we've ever had success with. Don't waste your money.
Wow.. this has to be the best presentation ever on the subject.. thanks! 👍😎✊
Thank you so much! New video dropping in the next 24 hours. :)
Hello, thanks for this amazing video. I live in mexico and we use underground water to fill the pool. Today i have fully emptied the pool and filled it again. Now the alkalinity level is way too high and the PH way too low. I put (ph dicreaser) to lower the alkalinity but it doesnt lower. How can i lower it without lowering the PH level? Many thanks for your help
Liquid chlorine doesn’t have any conditioner so your CYA level is remarkably stable year round. I switch to tabs in a floater only when away on vacation. This replenishes the little bit of stabilizer lost to splash out and carry out. Regular use of stabilized tablets is easily the most common trouble maker for the average homeowner.
Very clear and easy to follow. Thank you 🙏
You're very welcome!
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I have a question about shocking a pool. I bought Clorox shock in one pound bags. They say in the instructions. "Broadcast in pool's deepest area with filter and pump on. Run filter and pump for 4-8 hours. DO NOT pre-dissolve. DO NOT add through skimmer or feeder, and DO NOT mix with other chemicals". My above ground pool is only one depth. When I add the powder it just sinks to the bottom which I believe caused my liner to fade in certain areas. Why not pre-dissolve? Is it better to use liquid chlorine for shock instead of powder to avoid this problem in the future?
Yes, use liquid shock if available. If not, pre-dissolve powder chlorine.
It's difficult to say why those instructions are given for Clorox shock as that's not typically the norm. If it were me, I'd rather dissolve in a bucket than risk further liner damage but you should monitor the effectiveness of your shock treatment if going this route. I'd also agree with the other comment that liquid shock is probably a better solution in your case moving forward.
I have a 10'x30" pool and I use a pool broom to stir after applying powders.
I am wondering the same thing about 'DryTec 1-1901-24 Calcium Hypochlorite Chlorine Shock Treatment for Swimming Pools, 1-Pound' . It says on package to broadcast over water in pool, but some floated and some sank to bottom where we had to use the brush to stir up until it dissolved. Is it okay to dissolve in a bucket of water before pouring it in, even though it says not to do that, on the package? Is there any dangerous reason not to dissolve it first? Thanks!
We wouldn't normally advise going against the manacturers instructions but if it's not working as intended, pre-dissolving in a bucket is certainly not a bad idea. Give it a try and let me know how it goes.@@debbannon354
Can I just use shock then and forget the chlorine?
I mean, you could. The problem is, if you shock whenever your free chlorine level is low, most of that extra chlorine will burn off within a few hours at very little benefit to you. Even worse, if you have lots of cyanuric acid in the water, much of that chlorine will stay in the water instead - which results in a very high (and probably unsafe) level for swimming. Basically, shocking every time is inefficient at best, and dangerous at worst.
Shock is much more expensive than chlorine and only lasts about 3 days. With shock you never have a stable chlorine level - just a huge spike and then a rapid fall back to zero. Shocking that often irritates swimmer’s skin and is harmful to equipment over time
It was unclear to me why having a high TA is bad if your pH is ideal?
Because high TA eventually raises pH along with it (due to carbon dioxide outgassing at a faster rate) and it will be even harder to lower it back down with such a strong buffer in place.