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Only if they're NOT made of anything that will be dissolved by the acid, such as ABS plastic.

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pour directly into the skimmer basket at the pool

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No, you would be better of using Caustic soda.

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No, it will destroy the pipe

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What is the Mixing ratio for safe use of muriatic acid in PVC drain pipes?

PVC pipe is not affected by acid. Why would you pour acid down your drain in the first place? It will not cure any problem you have.


Is Muriatic acid safe for abs drain pipes?

i have no F@%king idea, maybe if its strong enough like around 10M


Is muriatic acid safe for septic systems?

If your drain field is not working properly, what do you have to loose.


How is muriatic acid used to clean bath tub drains?

Do not use acid on any drains in the house. They can eat holes in the pipes and cause severe discoloration on chrome fittings that are visible. If you were to use a drain cleaner use an enzme based product that is safe on pipes.


Is sulfuric acid safe to clean old cast iron drain pipes?

I'm not sure, I believe so though.


Is muriatic acid in a vinyl-lined pool safe at start up?

Yes as long as there is wter in the pool first.


What is the safest an acid or an alkali?

It depends on the strength of the two chemicals. Vinegar, lemon juice and full strength muriatic acid are all acids; baking soda solution, borax solution and lye solution are all alkalis. Muriatic acid and lye solution are both dangerous; the other four are safe--three of them are safe enough to drink.


Is salt in pool safe with other chemicals?

Yes; there is no problem with most normal pool chemicals, such as chlorine algaecide acid, muriatic acid, and pH controls.


Muratic acid safe for septic systems?

NO. Muriatic acid is NOT safe for septic systems. This will ultimately kill much of the bacteria that processes your waste. Your septic system may become dormant and have to be pumped out totally.


Is it safe to use Muriatic acid to clean lead?

Pure muriatic acid is VERY dangerous to use. It is dangerous to unprotected skin and the vapour can knock you out. I use it to clean concrete and always have full protective clothing and a good mask. - I've never tried it on lead, try on a very small piece first.


Can sulfuric acid be used to lower pH in a hot tub?

While it would lower the pH, sulphuric acid is a strongly oxidizing acid too that will burn organic materials (flesh) and is thus not safe for use in pools and hot tubs. Use only hydrochloric acid (sold as muriatic acid in stores) for the purpose of reducing pH in a pool or hot tub.


If muriatic acid is safe to pH the water in swimming pools can water that is just pH'ed with the acid be used on house plants?

If the water you are intending to use has been brought to Ph of 7.2 as is normally done in swimming pools then there is no problem at all using it to water plants. No. Do not use this acid mixed with anything to water your houseplants. Muriatic acid is extremely dangerous and is a matter between life or death Please check out the weblink at the lower left and you will see why. You can also ask an employee of a pool supply company if this is a dangerous practice or not.