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Posted on October 23, 2007 by Jason Petrina | Posted under Recreation and Sports
Cleaning a Swimming Pool
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Although some swimming pools are equipped with an automatic cleaning system, it is important to have a manual brush and pool vacuum. At least once a week use these two products on walls and floors of the swimming pool; moreover, focus your attention on hard to reach areas, such as the pool's corners and stairs. There is a large selection of pool brushes that have a handles that lengthen, where most of the work can be done from the pool deck. For brushing the surfaces of vinyl or fiberglass pools, I suggest using “The Brumgee." This brush has the ability to scrub tough residue, but also the bristles are soft that it won't damage surfaces. Algae can be a major hassle when owning a swimming pool. In order to prevent algae from being born, use an algae preventive or inhibitor. The product is actually a liquid that destroys 15, 000 types of algae. Pour the liquid product into the water, but be sure to pour it near the skimmer intake in order for the pump system to evenly dispense the algae liquid throughout the pool. An algae-free pool keeps swimmers comfortable, saves money on expensive pool chemicals, and wear and tear on filtration systems. In order to rid water-soluble bather waste and keeping the water crystal-clear, remember to shock your pool approximately every two weeks. Biguianide systems are non-chlorinated systems, I suggest using a 27% hydrogen peroxide solution to shock the swimming pool opposed to a chlorinated shocker in order to soften and cleanse the water. Also, every safe swimming pool has proper pH levels, I suggest purchasing a pH increaser and decreaser to keep the proper pH levels correct. If the pool water is too acidic, it causes many irritations, such as the burning of the eyes and skin. It also ruins the metals, plastics and rubber of the pool. By using a pH decreaser, it maintains the water clear from alkaline, alkaline usually resulting in dry skin feeling and cloudy water. To test water quality, find a supply dealership or pool professional that owns or has access to water test facility. In addition, when bringing in your water samples, make sure they offer a computer analysis of the samples as well. Usually, if you have purchased your swimming pool from larger companies, they provide the tests for free. If you are however not dedicated cleaning/maintaining your swimming pool on regular basis, there are pool companies available on a weekly basis. With this service, it offers inexpensive pool service and your pool receives proper maintenance. Cleaning your swimming pool on a regular-basis will quickly become a quick and simple routine. About The Author: Jason Petrina is the Editor and Publisher of Article Click. For more FREE articles for your ezine and websites visit - www.articleclick.com |
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