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Want to take a dip the pool on a hot day? Have it ready! Questions in this category are about swimming pool sanitation and equipment. Some things you can ask about are automatic pool cleaners, skimmers, filters, brushes, chemicals, tests, technical questions on filtration equipment and more.

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How thick is 2 mil?

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1/1000 inch sorry this is so wrong!

1 inch is 2.5 centimetres. 1cm=10mil. So.....1 inch is 25mm. 1mil = 1/25 0f an inch

*sigh* a "mil" is NOT a "millimetre"! your statement "1cm=10mil." is absolutely incorrect! 1cm = 10 mm

a "mil" IS exactly one one-thousandth [1/1000] of an inch. this is commonly used to measure thickness. check your common, everyday, household trash bags. they'll say they're a "strong, X mils thick!" or some such, right on the box. the X is number of mils, which aren't as many as you might think!

here, for example, are some thicknesses of a popular brand of household trash bag:

13 gallon Tall Kitchen Bags: .90 mil

30 gallon Trash Bags: 1.1 mil

33 gallon Large Trash Bags: 1.1 mil

39 gallon Lawn & Leaf Bags: 1.1 mil

as you can see, if 1 mil was equal 1/25th of an inch, plastic bags would be pretty thick. about as thick as a paper plate, if you think about it. there are approximately 25 of them, per inch. I'm referring to the typical thin, flat white paper plates that we buy for cheap at the dollar store, use once and throw away. and trash bags are nowhere near that thick!

What affect will a saltwater pool have on a limestone coping deck?

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It will eat / disfigure the coping and will then turn that into dust that gets in your pool and discolors the plaster.

How many gallons of water can fit into a 4ft by 4ft by 4ft?

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I assume your measurements are in feet. Also I assume you are giving length x depth x hight. If so the calculation is 48"x 24"x 12" divided by 231 which is approximately 59.84 US gallons. if the tank is filled to overflowing. If you allow for the 1 inch or so that is at the top and never filled, you would have to calculate 40"x 24"x 11" divided by 231 which is 54.8 US gallons approximately. If you further add gravel and rocks you would have to do more similar calculations to get your actual water volume. Then, if you wish to be successful, and give yourself a chance at keeping your fish alive, you will supply the following necessities :- 1 inch of fish needs a minimum of 1 gallon of water. :- Every tank needs a fully cycled filter running permanently. :- Every tank must have 50% of its water replaced every week. Follow the above rules and your fish will stand a chance of survival. Fail to follow them and I can guarantee that your fish will have constant health problems.

How long to fill a 24 x 52 pool?

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It depends on two other factors viz;-

#1 How deep is the pool

#2 Rate of flow of the inflowing water.

How much do above-ground swimming pools cost, on average?

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The typical price of an above-ground swimming pool falls within the range of $1,000 to $7,000. This cost can fluctuate depending on factors like pool size, quality, and added features like filtration systems or decking. Smaller, simpler models tend to be at the lower end of the cost spectrum, while larger or more advanced options are positioned at the higher end. It's important to factor in installation and maintenance expenses when budgeting for an above-ground pool.

Are swimming pools at school good?

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No. If you have a problem with swimming or can't do it then it should not be forced or have to do it in school. If you don't know how to swim and the teacher is not paying attention then you or someone (who doesn't know how to swim) can drown. Therefore the school can get in big legal trouble and stuff like that.

What is the length of a diving board?

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The length of a diving board can vary depending on the type and location of the diving board. Diving boards come in various lengths to accommodate different levels of diving experience and different types of diving. Here are some common lengths for diving boards:

Standard Residential Diving Boards: Standard residential diving boards found in backyard swimming pools typically range from 6 feet to 8 feet in length. These are often used for recreational diving and are suitable for most home pools.

Commercial Diving Boards: Diving boards at public swimming pools, water parks, and other commercial facilities can be longer. They often range from 8 feet to 12 feet in length or even longer, depending on the facility's design and regulations.

High Diving Boards: High diving boards used for competitive diving, such as in Olympic or professional diving competitions, are typically much longer. They can be 16 feet (5 meters) or more in length to provide divers with the height and space needed for more complex dives.

It's essential to note that the length of the diving board is just one factor in determining the difficulty and safety of a dive. Diving boards are also designed with specific springiness or flexibility to help divers achieve the right level of bounce for their dives. Additionally, the height of the diving board above the water surface significantly affects the dive's level of difficulty and risk.

Diving boards should always be used with caution, and divers should follow safety guidelines and rules provided by the facility where the diving board is located. Diving into water from a significant height can be dangerous if not done correctly, so proper training and supervision are crucial, especially for high dives.

What are fleas attracted to?

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Meat (either raw or cooked) will attract houseflies fairly quickly. And corn on the cob that has had the corn eaten off it is an excellent bait for the housefly.

What are some different bugs in the pool?

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carnivorous water Beatles. They will bite. Scoop them out with a net and crush them. They will go away by mid July.

How can I get mosquitoes out of a stagnate swimming pool?

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Bleach , no fish in it right, and no people or animals in it for a couple of days till the bleach clears up

Are backswimmers harmful?

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Um i don't think. I know they bite humans like a mosquito though.

Can you use pool back wash water for plants?

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Today there are many homes that have swimming pools as well as municipal pools in the cities. Many people ask, "Will the chlorine from the pool that gets on the plants around the pool harm them?" It is important to remember that chlorine does not occur naturally in nature, chloride (Cl-) is readily soluble, highly mobile and easily taken up by plants. Chloride is the element that is found in fertilizer materials. Chlorine (Cl2) is a corrosive, poisonous gas used to make bleaching agents and disinfectants. The form of chlorine most often added to pool water is solid calcium hypochlorite which forms hypochlorous acid (HOCl) when place in water. Sodium hypochlorite is the active ingredient of common household bleach. Commercial liquid chlorine (compressed chlorine gas) is used as a water treatment to kill bacteria. Hypochlorous acid is the effective agent that controls algae growths in pools. According to Clemson University, "There should be no effect of pool water splashed on nearby plants from normal pool use. Larger plants (and animals) can tolerate the concentrations that are recommended for pool water."

How long does it take for pool algae to grow?

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It depends if you have a lot of chlorine in it. If you do it will take about 4 months. If you dont it will probably take 2-5 weeks(depending on where you live and the animals around it).

You have birds pooping on your back verandah How do you stop this?

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One way to have birds to stop pooping there is to make sure to remove all bird feeders in your area. You also don't want to put a lot of trees in the area of your verandah.

How can you remove skunk spray from swimming pool water?

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Use extra chlorine for about a week to shock the pool. As long as the water stays clear, you don't have a problem. If the pool gets cloudy, consult a professional.

How do you get gnats out of your pool?

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Pool-be-gone balls and skimmers are ways of getting gnats out of pools. The former is a special floater that captures floating sediment and insect pests. The insects in question (Dipterid insect suborder) prevail wherever they can breed and feed amid incandescent lighting, tall grasses, water sources and yard debris.

How do you kill midgie larvae in swimming pool?

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I'm not sure, but to keep them from laying eggs in the water, put a long stick in the water. the mosquitos will lay their eggs on that, and you can take the stick and chuck it later.

Will a raccoon drown a small dog in swimming pool?

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Yes, it is very possible. A raccoon can kill and eat a small dog very easily. There is a higher chance of the raccoon killing the dog if it is starving, and how aggressive the dog is. This is also very serious because if the raccoon has rabies and bights the dog intending to kill it, but doesn't, then the small dog will probably have to be put down or die anyway from diseases etc. So, basically, it's a good idea to keep your small dogs away from raccoons to be on the safe side.

What is permethin?

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Permethrin and tetramethrin are non natural, non organic controls of pest populations. They share membership in the same chemical control group, the pyrethroids. They control insect populations by attacking each individual insect's nervous system. They're particularly effective against such stubborn pests as cockroaches and mosquitoes.

But there are differences between the two. Permethrin is considered to be of low toxicity to mammals. It's absorbed poorly by the skin. In contrast, tetramethrin is very potent.

What to do if swimming in a pool and you find a dead mouse?

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I would remove the bird and dispose of it in a bag. Put it in the trash outside. I would then super chlorinate the pool. To kill any bacteria.

Why do you have so many flies at your pool?

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They like the fresh water - until the chlorine kills them. Best bet: Install a screen (or a short fence with some wire) between the yard and the pool.

How do you you keep bugs from getting into a swimming pool?

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The best way to rid your yard of insects is to provide a bird-friendly habitat. Put in a feeder in winter. Put out a bird-bath in summer. Provide shrubs & trees favorable to birds. They eat many many insects, as do frogs.

You can buy from pool shops some stuff to put in the pool water which puts a coating on the top layer of the water and it starves the little bugs of oxygen.

I owned and operated a pool service company for many years. I found that if you squirt a tablespoon or so a month of a quality dish soap(ie dawn, palmolive...), not a dishwasher detergent, the bugs are not able to float on the water and other submersed water bugs are not able to breathe in the water. The soap has many side effects such as helps to break down body and taining oils so they can be filtered out. You can expect your pool chemicals to not fluctuate as much and in some cases use less chlorine or bromine. Enjoy!!