Pool chemical cheat sheet

Should you switch from granules to chlorine tablets? Yes, if you're looking for an easier, more effective way to sanitize your pool. Find out why.

Pool Calculator provides the tools and maintenance information you need to keep your swimming pool and hot tub chemicals balanced and your pool water crystal clear.

Pool Care Cheat Sheet

We break down the complex pool water balancing act into simple steps to help you maintain your pool’s water, so you and your family never miss a day of fun in your pool!

Learn proper pool maintenance with easy tips on cleaning, balancing chemicals, and troubleshooting common issues to keep your pool water clear.

Pool Chemical Charts to show you exactly how much to add - pool pH chart, pool alkalinity chart, pool shock chart, pool cyanuric acid table - pool charts!

Wondering how much salt to add to your pool? Here's a simple formula for figuring out how many bags of salt you need.

Learn how to read a pool test strip color chart and get instant, accurate swimming pool water analysis results.

When the pH in a pool is low, it means that the pool water has become more acidic. This can have several detrimental effects. Low pH can lead to skin and eye irritation for swimmers due to the overly acidic condition. It can also cause corrosion of metal parts in the pool equipment such as ladders, pumps, and heaters. Additionally, acidic water can degrade the pool’s surface, leading to etching on plaster walls and tiles and diminishing the shine of vinyl liners. Do you know how to raise pH?