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How do you clean a pool that has been neglected all year and do you have to drain it or can you shock it and let the filter clean it up?
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∙ 18y ago
it depends on what type of pool it is, you might not have to drain it , only marcite pools can be shocked with 5-6 gals of liquid chlorine to clear split pea soup type water, whereas, vinyl or fiberglass, you could never use that much chlorine and you would have to use other steps to clear and in some cases yes, only draining will work
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∙ 18y ago
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∙ 9y agoTo clean a neglected pool begin by filling the pool with fresh water to the correct levels. Then use the back wash setting on the filter while brushing the walls and floor of the pool. Use a good quality algaecide and let the filter run for a full day. The next step is to add chlorine to shock the pool and then add some water clarifier to clear the cloudy water.
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. Cleaning the tiles of your pool with a pressure washer is much cheaper than to replace the tiles with new ones. That is why you need to clean them and do it right without cracking the tiles of your pool.
Start by cleaning away all the debris that is in and around the pool and remove all dirt from the pool
Use a pressure washer surface cleaner from bestcargurus to clean your pool times faster than the usual spray nozzles. It spreads the water pressure using twin rotating outlets allowing you to get an even clean for large areas like your pool
Focus on the tiles that have a lot of calcium build-up on them and repeat them in a set and consistent pattern
You should try to avoid the areas where there are caulk joints that can be damaged by the pressure washer
After cleaning an area, you can use a very low-pressure of fine water spray to clean away all the dirt from the tile
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With over 5.0 Chlorine and shock done 24 hrs ago why is pool green?
Clean your filter!!
How do you chemically clean the sand in a pool sand filter?
Here's a quick tip on chemically cleaning or killing the algae living in the sand in a sand filter. The next time you shock your swimming pool, poor the shock or bleach in the skimmer. This will provide a very high level of chlorine in the filter for a very short period of time. Long enough to kill the stubborn algae living in the filter but not long enough to hurt your plumbing.
Cleaning neglected pool you have tried some chlorine shock with Sodium The water is milky any ideas?
How large is the pool? Vinyl or plaster? Super chlorinate with 12% liquid chlor. -- about 4 times what u regularly use. Filter 24/7. Adjust pH when water starts clearing. When water is clear and I mean where you can read a quarter sitting next to the main drain grate at the deep end of the pool, cut back filter run time to 8 to 12 hrs. k
How to Keep the Pool Open All Winter?
How to maintain your swimming pool in winter Clean the pool. ... Balance pool water. ... Clean the filter. ... Check chlorine levels. ... Use a shock treatment. ... Remove algae as soon as you see it. ... Reduce filter-running times. ... Set your solar heater to winter mode.
Intex pool with slime on the walls and floor?
I use the Intex pool startup kit. It has sanitizer, pool test strips and shock. Add Sanitize which is granular chlorine. If you have a pool brush, brush pool. I actually use a mop. If its really dirty you may have to get inside pool to mop, in which case add Sanitize after. Then run filter for 20 minutes and use test strip to check pH & alkilinity. If not right pH add another dose (booklet in kit says how much per 500 gals of water)and run filter another 20 min. Then add Shock and run filter 4-8hrs. If you don't have a filter, then you probably have to drain, clean with regular liquid bleach & mop then refill.
How do you clean a pool that is almost empty and has black water and the filter is not working?
SHOCK!! Its a powder you can buy at a pool store or chemical store.. its chlorine in powder form, you just dump it in your pool stir it up a bit, wait a day or two, and the pool should be clean.
If shock is sitting at the bottom of a pool how do you clean it?
Rephrase the question. What type of shock have you used? Is it a calcium based shock treatment? Supply more info.
How long do you run the filter after you add shock to your pool?
3 hrs
How do you keep your pool bottom clean?
When it is slippery on the bottom it is normally algae, all you need to do is give the pool a good shock. That will also clear up the cloudy water. If you have a 10,000 or more gallon pool then you need to regularly shock the pool 2-3 times a week. Especially if you have a heavy bather load, or it frequently rains in your area. Also remember to add shock after the sun goes down, or the sun will just eat up the shock. If this doesn't help then you may need to check out your filter and make sure that it is running properly. If it has been a while since the filter was cleaned then perhaps the filter just needs a good cleaning.
What does oil do in your car?
Lubricate, seal, clean , cool, absorb shock!
Do you add shock to the pool on top of the water?
Yes; mix the shock with water and pour it into the pool directly in several locations and run the filter.
Is it best to empty above ground pool water filled with algae or chemically treat it or both?
I had the same problem with my pool. Its 1800 gallons. I changed and cleaned the filter. Then i went and bought a shock treatment to clear the water. You'll have to scrub the sides and bottom with a brush. Then most likely have to change the filtyer again because of all the algae. This depends on how much there is. Also you'll need to use your' skimmer alot and try and get as much alge out yourself so you don't damage the pump. If it's really bad drain it clean it and replace the filter or clean it if you can. I was able to save my without draining it. The filter was just dirty and the pump stopped working correctly. Good luck dude.
