Swimming Pools
- Types of Algae in Swimming Pools: Complete Identification and Treatment Guide
Pool algae types: green (double shock), mustard/yellow (chlorine resistant), black (deep-rooted), pink slime (bacteria). Treatment by type.
- Why Does Algae Grow in Swimming Pools?
Why does algae grow in swimming pool? Find out exactly why it keeps coming back and what you can do to stop it for good.
- Active Oxygen Swimming Pool: Active Oxygen vs Chlorine Treatment
Active oxygen (H₂O₂ or MPS) oxidises pools without chlorine smell but degrades in 48–72 hours requiring frequent dosing.
- Saltwater Pool Maintenance Schedule: A Complete Guide
Saltwater pool maintenance schedule: daily, weekly, monthly tasks, target chemical ranges, salt cell cleaning, and troubleshooting guide.
- How to Drain a Pool: The Complete Step-by-Step Guide
Draining a pool wrong can crack the shell, kill your pump, or land you a fine. Here's how to do it safely, step by step.
- Is Algae in the Pool Dangerous? Health Risks and Safety Guide
Algae in swimming pools harbor E. coli and Pseudomonas, causing gastrointestinal illnesses and skin/ear infections. Swimming is not safe.
- Ozone in Pools: How Ozone Systems Reduce Chlorine by 60-90%
Ozone pools reduce chlorine to 0.5-1ppm, cost €2,000-4,000 initial, €200-400 annual. Crystal clarity but requires chlorine residual.
- Purple Algae in Swimming Pool: What It Really Is and How to Fix It
Purple pool deposits are copper cyanurate, not algae. Treatment includes partial drain, sequestrant, or ascorbic acid.
- White Algae in Swimming Pool: Identification, Causes, and Treatment
White algae in swimming pool is usually white water mould. It’s a chlorine-resistant biofilm needing, decontamination, and accessory cleaning.
- Oxygen Pool Treatment: Complete Guide to Chlorine-Free Pool Systems
Oxygen pool treatment: PHMB sanitiser (30-50ppm) + hydrogen peroxide oxidiser + polyquat algaecide. Chlorine-free, soft water...
- How Often Should You Clean Your Pool? A Complete Maintenance Schedule
Daily, weekly, monthly, or seasonal. In this article, you’ll learn exactly how often to clean your pool and what to do each time.
- How to Winterize Pool Equipment: Prevent Costly Freeze Damage
Winterize pool equipment: remove drain plugs (pump, filter, heater), blow lines 15-20 PSI, store salt cells indoors, lubricate o-rings.