A Practical Guide To Green Pool Cleaning

Pool Care Basics: The Essential Guide To Pool Maintenance

No one wants to swim in a dirty pool, and keeping your swimming area clean is essential for both safety and comfort. It’s surprising how easy it is to maintain a sparkling clean pool with just a little bit of regular care. Here are the basics that you need to know:

Circulation:

One of the most important aspects of keeping your pool clean and green is proper circulation. A well-circulated pool will help ensure that all areas of the pool are being cleaned and that chemicals are evenly distributed. In addition, a well-circulated pool will help prevent algae growth.

There are a number of ways to circulate your pool water, including:

• Automatic chlorinators

• Solar covers

• Pool pumps

• Skimmers

Each method has its own benefits and drawbacks, so it's important to choose the one that works best for your specific situation. For more information on how to circulate your pool water, consult an experienced swimming pool contractor. They can advise you on the various types of systems available and recommend one that will work best for your needs.

Cleaning:

A swimming pool is like a big bathtub that many people use for relaxation and fun. However, keeping your pool clean can be quite challenging especially when dealing with algae, which may seem impossible to remove even after scrubbing the walls of your pool repeatedly. There are various ways through which you can get rid of algae from your pool. A green pool cleaning method includes:

• Shocking the water by adding chlorine into it very quickly so as to kill all bacteria in it

• Balancing the pH level of water by using chemicals or blue algaecide so as to keep away any remaining bacteria’s growth

• Vacuuming out dead algae on the walls of the pool

• Filter cleaning in order to remove all dead algae from water and make it clean

Chemistry:

The mainstay of green pool cleaning is chemistry. You can use a variety of products to clean your pool and achieve the desired results without relying on harsh chemicals. In fact, many of the products used in traditional pool cleaning are available in eco-friendly versions.

Some common green pool cleaning products include:

Algaecides: Algaecides are effective at killing algae and come in both chemical and non-chemical forms. A popular non-chemical algaecide is hydrogen peroxide.

Clarifiers: Clarifiers work by clumping particles together so they can be easily removed from the water. They come in both chemical and non-chemical forms, with bentonite clay being a popular non-chemical option.

pH Balancers: A pool's pH should be balanced to prevent corrosion and scaling. A variety of pH balancers are available, both chemical and non-chemical.

Stabilizers: Stabilizers help keep the chlorine in your pool active for longer, reducing the number of chemicals you need to use. They come in both chemical and non-chemical forms.

Insecticides: Insecticides can be used to kill insects that live in or near your pool. Many insecticides are available as eco-friendly alternatives to traditional pesticides.

Algaecides, clarifiers, pH balancers, stabilizers, and insecticides can all be found at most pool supply stores.

So, there you have it – a basic guide to pool care. While this may seem like a lot of information to take in at once, remember that each step is essential for keeping your pool clean and safe for swimming. If you have any questions or need help getting started, don’t hesitate to give Clear Swim Pool Care a call. We’re always here to help!