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Swimming pool water chemistry is the most important aspect of pool
care. Proper water balance is essential for safe, clean and clear water
and protection of the pool and it's components.
For more detailed information, please select a topic from the list at the
left.
How to Add Chemicals to Your Pool:
Depending on the type of pool you own will determine the proper way to add
chemicals to your pool. Always read the instruction label on the
individual chemical container before adding the chemical to the pool. Use only one
chemical at a time - DO NOT MIX CHEMICALS TOGETHER!
 | Vinyl Liner Pools - All granular products must be
pre-dissolved in a bucket of water before being added to the swimming
pool. The solution should be poured around the perimeter of the pool
with the majority of the solution added to the deep end. Liquid products
may be added directly to the pool water but are more effective if they are
also pre-dissolved in a bucket of water and poured around the pool. If
a granular product is added to the pool water and some of the product piles
up on the floor of the pool, it can cause staining or damage to the pool
liner. Always rinse the mixing bucket thoroughly before mixing the
next chemical. Always add chemicals to a filled bucket of water
instead of adding water to a bucket with chemicals and no water. This
will prevent the chemicals from being splashed up and into your eyes or
face. |
| Concrete Pools - Granular products may be
"Broadcasted" to the surface of the pool water. Use care
when broadcasting chemicals into the pool because the wind can blow the
chemical onto the deck or back at you. Do not allow the chemical to
pile up in one place on the pool floor or it may damage the pool surface.
Use the pool pole and brush to stir up any settled chemical on the pool
floor. Although pre-dissolving granular and liquid chemicals is not
required, it is more effective. |
Proper pool/spa water care is not complicated and depends of a few basic
principles.
| Physical Care - Effective filtration and circulation of
pool/spa water, brushing and backwashing. |
| Chemical Treatment -
 | Control biology - Disinfection and oxidation, to protect the
bather from harmful organisms and wastes. |
| Control Minerals - Maintain chemical "Water Balance"
of minerals, Ph, and Total Alkalinity to protect pool/spa surfaces and
equipment. |
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Physical care and chemical treatment work together to maintain good,
sparkling, clear water. Filtration removes insoluble matter, such as
particles of dirt, organic matter, and other debris. Chemical treatment is
used to kill bacteria and disease-producing organisms as well as to oxidize
organic matter and tiny algae plants which are introduced into the water.
Chemicals are also needed to adjust factors of chemical water balance that
affect people and corrode or scale equipment. Together, chemicals are used
to protect people and equipment.
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