According to the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance, 309K public and 10.4M residential pools exist nationwide. Because swimming is popular and there are so many pools, it’s important for US pool owners and operators to know how to best maintain them. Though there are many maintenance issues, learning how to remove calcium from pool tiles… Read more »
How long do chlorine tablets last? Pool chemicals generally have a shelf life of 3-5 years when properly stored. Pool chlorine is no different, though certain forms are more stable and last longer than others. Keeping chlorine in environments that are consistently cool, dry, and dark will extend the time it remains usable. Knowing how… Read more »
Whether managing a commercial or public swimming pool, or one in a backyard, knowing when to add stabilizer to a pool is vital in keeping the water clean and healthy and free of pathogens. What is a pool stabilizer? It is often referred to by several names—chlorine stabilizer, pool conditioner, chlorine pool stabilizer, among others—but… Read more »
The time to think about maintaining a pool or hot tub is during the winter, including consideration about what chemicals are needed to open a pool once the warm weather returns. Whether you’re responsible for a private or public swimming pool, understanding how these chemicals interact with pool water will help ensure that the water… Read more »
Bromine and chlorine are chemical compounds that serve a similar purpose: they decontaminate pool and spa water by killing bacteria. However, these chemicals differ in the way they clean, react to temperature, and interact with skin. If you’re considering bromine vs. chlorine for use in a pool or spa, our guide will help you choose… Read more »
