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Anywhere from a couple of days to a few weeks after adding the Shock, depending the extent of the problem and several other chemical factors (pH, alkalinity, conditioner, etc.).

If you don't see any improvement in 1-3 days, I would suggest taking a water sample to your local pool supplies dealer. They can test it for you and recommend an appropriate course of action to get you pool back to normal as soon as possible.

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Within 24 hrs if you are doing everything else right.

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Does not matter. Most pool shocks contain algecides so add it whenever you feel like it.

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Buy an algaecide with instructions. They will tell you what pH and chlor level is optimal. Beware of copper or silver based products as they can lead to staining of the pool surface.

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Abobe ground pool water is green?

Green pool water is caused by algae growth. When chlorine levels drop below 1-parts-per-million, algae will begin to grow. To get rid of the algae, turn on the pump so chemicals will circulate through the water. Correct the pH level of the water by adding an acid or a base to bring the pH level to a 7 or 8. Clean any debris out of the pool. With a nylon brush scrub the pool, breaking up the algae. Add shock to the pool, and continue running the pump throughout the cleaning process. The water will be cloudy when the shock is first added, but will soon begin to clear. Once the water is clear, vacuum the algae from the pool.


How do you keep your pool clean and clear?

by using chemicals go to special pool shops they are brilliant and clear the algae, not to mention making your pool blue and clear!


Put in Fresh and Clear and water turned green?

Your pool water may have turned green even after adding Fresh and Clear because of metals in your water. It is likely copper that is causing the water green. Your pool store will have products available to remove the metals and clear your water up. You might also have algae if you are not putting enough chlorine in the pool.


How do you clear up green murky water in a above-ground intex pool if you have drained it but can't get all of the water out and will liquid algae solve the problem or do you have to shock it as well?

Don'Bother with the liquid algae control it will just stain your pool, Use an apropriate amount of liquid chlorine, this will kill the algae at the same time shock your water.


Plant watering with salt water pool water?

Watering a plant with any type of salt water will cause the plant to wilt. Because of the salt outside the plant cells, water leaves the cells in a process called osmosis. With less water in the cells, the cells shrivel up. If they shrivel up, the plant loses it's ability to hold itself up.


Will clear pool covers decrease algae growth?

No if any thing it will increase it as algae uses sunlight


Ph good in pool but green colour?

Your pool probably has an algae issue. You can clear it up by giving it a good pool shock. Keep the pH between 7.2 - 7.4 and TA 80 - 100. Backwash twice per day until the water is clear. Vacuum and brush to loosen up any residual algae.


How long it takes for alkalinity to clear pool water?

It takes approximately 2 days or 48 hours for alkalinity to clear pool water. During the clearing process, it is best not to go into the pool.


How do you get rid of really green water in above ground pool?

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my above ground pool has alot of algae. what can i do?

You need to buy a rotating water jet to put in your pool. That will help eliminate algae and cloudy water.


Does pool need chlorine during winter when water temperature is low?

Adding chlorine and algae-side during the winter will make it a lot easier to get the pool water ready in the summer. It is also safer to have clear water in the pool at all times in case of unforeseen emergency's.


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Click on the link to your right for algae info, if the question is about algae in the pool read below: Algae are tiny microscopic plants that enter your pool by rain, wind and fill water. If allowed to grow unchecked, your water will quickly become unusable. One ounce of water can contain millions of algae cells before they are visible. They can clog filters and reduce water circulation and the effectiveness of pool chemicals. The main types of pool algae are: Green Algae: The most common type of algae. It