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Actually, algaecide does not do the actual killing of the algae. It strips the cell walls of the algae and allows the chlorine (hypochlorus acid) to do its job. So algaecide works great as a preventative since it makes the algae much more vulnerable to the chlorine. I typically add 4-6 ounces of Polyquat algaecide per week as a preventative. A side benefit of Polyquat is that it also acts as somewhat of a clarifier.
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∙ 15y agoIn a simple answer to your question, "No, at least not in my experience." I wrote an article b/c I used to have a BIG problem with algae overgrowth in my aquarium. It is a Step-by-Step, easy guide on how to get rid of the nasty, slimey stuff. My aquarium is now crystal clear, due to following the expert advice of other tank owners. There are natural ways to kill algae in your aquarium. Below, I will post a link...to the techniques I used to get rid of the algae. The article is entitles: "How to Kill Algae in Your Aquarium". Look below (under Related Links) and click on link to get the info. you need. It will help! :-)
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∙ 15y agoYes and so does a substantial amount of chlorine of a good grade.
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What is an algicide?
An algicide (or algaecide) is a substance which kills or inhibits the growth of algae.
How much chlorine do I add to kill algae?
Chlorinate it to the max or shock the pool An get some algaecide into it as wel as well.
Will chlorine kill algae?
Salt water pools are chlorine pools it just that the chlorine is electronically made from the salt. Salt water pools have problems with algae the same as just freshwater chlorine pools. If you are lucky you may be able to nip algae in the but by over chlorinating but more often then not you would be well advised to throw some algaecide in the pool to kill it of. (Always follow the directions on the bottle.)
Why do you get heavy algae growth in your pool a day or two after using algaecide?
I just had a similar problem so I'll tell you what cleared mine up. I wasn't using enough Algaecide in my pool to correct the problem. I have about 32,000 gallons and the pool company recommended a quart and a half of an algaecide with 7% copper. I found mine at WalMart and it only had 3% copper, but it worked fine. Some of the products do not contain copper, they informed me, and copper is a necessary ingredient to kill the algae. Pour it in and let it sit overnight. Then vaccumm to WASTE the walls and bottom. The algae is so fine that it will remain in your filter and keep flowing back to your pool if you vac the pool in the normal way. The Copper ingredient bonds to the algae for removal. After the pool is clean, add a few ounces of the algaecide each week. I need to add about 6 oz. Let us know if this works for you.
How do you kill green pool water?
Chlorine and Algaecide, and flocculate then when the algae is dead vacuum it to waste from the bottom of the pool. ( Follow the instructions on the containers)
Can you kill green algae by filling an above ground pool with salt water?
Get an algaecide and follow the instructions. it makes no difference what sort of pool you have.
What do you use algicide for in the pool?
Algaecide is used to kill and or prevent algae. Pool & Spa.
Why is green?
Your pool turning green is a common problem caused by algae, and certainly requires treatment! It is hard to tell how serious your algae infestation is, or what exact type of algae you are facing, but that diagnosis can easily be found by visiting the link below. There are several steps that you should follow immediately in order to begin the recovery process.First, regulate the pH levels and balance water in your pool. Second, Clean your filter, adjust the valve for optimum circulation and allow it to run all day until the green fades away. Backwash if you feel necessary.Following these steps, if your pool is not sparkling, I suggest an algaecide which will destroy the algae. After you have discovered what type of algae you are up against, you can then choose the algaecide that will kill it. With the right filtration, cleaning, and algaecide, your pool will be ready for the summer before you know it!
Why is pool green?
Your pool turning green is a common problem caused by algae, and certainly requires treatment! It is hard to tell how serious your algae infestation is, or what exact type of algae you are facing, but that diagnosis can easily be found by visiting the link below. There are several steps that you should follow immediately in order to begin the recovery process.First, regulate the pH levels and balance water in your pool. Second, Clean your filter, adjust the valve for optimum circulation and allow it to run all day until the green fades away. Backwash if you feel necessary.Following these steps, if your pool is not sparkling, I suggest an algaecide which will destroy the algae. After you have discovered what type of algae you are up against, you can then choose the algaecide that will kill it. With the right filtration, cleaning, and algaecide, your pool will be ready for the summer before you know it!
What kinds of chemicals are used in a standard pool?
"There are several components needed for pool chemistry; a dry or liquid chlorine along with a chlorine stabilizer, an acid for balancing pH, an algaecide to control and kill algae and also soda ash."
When you vacuum the pool the algae returns the next day how come?
Vacuuming just moves the visible algae to the filter. It does not kill it. You need to shock the pool and treat with algaecide. Brush pool thoroughly and vacuum up dead algae. Then clean your filters. It may take more than one treatment to kill all the algae. Also have your pool tested for phosphates. Phosphates are basically food for algae. If algae has a good food source, it can survive in even high amounts of chlorine. Therefore, you may also need to treat for phosphates. It would be best to take a water sample to a retail pool store such as Leslie's. They will give you printout of what your pool needs, amounts or chemicals, and order to apply them.
May one use pool copper algaecide on koi pond?
I've personally never tried the chemical or heard of anyone that has, but heavy metals, such as copper, is not healthy for fish. Many types of pool algaecide are formulated to kill all living organisms in pools from algae to larvae. So it would stand to reason this would not be ideal for fish.
