If you’ve owned a pool for any length of time you’ll likely already know that muriatic acid and cyanuric acid are both common chemicals used in swimming pools. But is muriatic acid the same as cyanuric acid? And what’s the difference between cyanuric acid and muriatic acid? In this article we’ll explain what muriatic acid … Read more
If the pH is too high in your pool, you are only one of many dealing with this problem. This is why we’ve identified the top strategies on how to lower the pH in your pool just in time for the summer season ahead. Of the many things you need to consider when preparing your … Read more
How to Close Above Ground Pool Yup, it’s that time again. The time to close and winterize your above ground pool. The time to prepare your pool for winter. It happens every year. The leaves start changing color, the days start getting shorter, the air starts feeling cooler. All of a sudden, the idea of … Read more
The days are getting shorter, and cooler. And with that comes the dreaded annual question: why, when, and how do I winterize my inground pool? Sure, you can hire a professional company to do it for you, but that costs money. Besides that, isn’t self-sufficiency – at least when it comes to domestic entertainment – … Read more
Pool test strips these days are taking over from traditional drop or liquid pool water testing kits. We show all you need to know about test strips.
Wondering what cyanuric acid for pools is and how to use it? Cyanuric acid for pools is an essential chemical for chlorinated or salt water pools. It’s one of the key chemicals that every pool owner should know about and use. Perhaps you’ve been wondering what exactly cyanuric acid does and how to use it? … Read more
Here’s a quick guide on how make the pH level of your swimming pool higher. We also review using sodium carbonate and baking soda (sodium bicarbonate).
The weather is heating up and it’s time to open your inground pool. If you are new to opening a pool for the summer, this is for you. We show you how to easily open your inground pool so you can dive into the swimming season. Let’s get started! By the way, if you have … Read more