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1273 miles away and we have the same problem!!! how bizarre is that?
I just bought 'SUPER FLOC OUT' for our pool...we had a major mudslide one stormy night (even running the pump for week straight didn't clear it up). One quart of FLOC OUT for a 40,000 pool made the little particles of mud 'group together' so the filter could collect it - it's worked for us!
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MUD! With record rains this past May, a flood completely covered our in-ground pool, filling it with mud (and corn stalks, leaves, you name it!). It was so thick at the bottom that we broke two poles and a vacuum head! It was so turbid, you couldn't see the pool light - even at night.
Because of high ground water, we couldn't drain the pool. Thanks to this site, I got an idea of what to do (there isn't a lot out there about muddy pools!)
We have only had our pool for two years now, and I am not an expert. I also do not have any affiliation with any pool or chemical companies, but will share what I used and what I did.
Step one: Tried to let the filter clean it. That was like spitting on a forest fire. Left the filter off for the duration.
Step two: Vacuum to waste. I had to do it by feel since I couldn't see the vacuum head as soon as it broke the surface of the water. I did this for three days, refilling the discharged water each time.
Step three: I tried a Sun flocculent product with disappointing results - but some results all the same. Used double the dose - two quarts for 30,000 gallons. More vacuum to waste
Step four: I ordered extra strength flocculent (Water Warehouse). AMAZING results. I used four quarts for 30,000 gallons (Quadruple the dose). It still took several days of letting the mud settle, vacuuming to waste and refilling daily in between.
Once the bottom was clean and I could see through the brown, we ran the filter.
Step five: Treated the filter (sand filter)with a "Filter Helper" by Haviland. Used the whole container - dissolved and administered through the skimmer
In three days, the water was crystal clear.
Total duration for the ordeal: Two weeks. It would have been shorter, I believe, if I had had the extra strength flocculent up front.
Thank you for this site! I couldn't have gotten through it without your advice!
What else can I help you with?
How do you clean red clay muddy water in a new pool?
Use a floculant you will be able to get this at your pool shop You wil end up loosing a litle water but it is the best way to get the water crystal clear.
Does muddy water absorb more heat than normal water?
Yes, muddy water can absorb more heat than clear water. The presence of particles and impurities in muddy water increases its ability to absorb and retain heat due to a higher absorption of sunlight. This can lead to an increase in water temperature compared to clear water.
What are the most effective ways to clear up cloudy water in a pool?
The most effective ways to clear up cloudy water in a pool are to regularly clean and maintain the pool filter, balance the pool's pH levels, shock the pool with a chlorine treatment, and use a clarifier to help remove particles from the water.
Does the water in your swimming pool have to be clear before you close it for the winter?
It's best if the water is cleaned before you close up the pool.
Why won't my pool water clear up?
You may have a high metal content in the water you are using to fill the pool. Check the metal content of the water.
What are the most effective ways to clear up cloudy pool water?
The most effective ways to clear up cloudy pool water are to regularly clean the pool, maintain proper chemical balance, shock the pool with a high dose of chlorine, use a pool clarifier, and run the pool filter for an extended period of time.
Why is my pool water cloudy and how can I clear it up?
Cloudy pool water is often caused by a buildup of debris, algae, or imbalanced chemicals. To clear it up, you can start by testing the water's pH and chlorine levels, then adjust them as needed. You can also use a pool clarifier or shock treatment to help clear the water. Regularly cleaning the pool and maintaining proper chemical levels can prevent cloudiness in the future.
Why is my pool so cloudy and how can I clear it up?
Cloudy pool water is often caused by imbalanced pH levels, high levels of organic matter, or inadequate filtration. To clear it up, test and adjust the pH levels, shock the pool with a chlorine treatment, clean the filter, and regularly skim and vacuum the pool to remove debris. Consider using a clarifier or flocculant to help clear up the water.
How can you treat a pool and clear the water up without pump operation?
Drain it and refill it
How can I effectively address and clear up cloudy water in pools?
To effectively clear up cloudy water in pools, you can use a pool clarifier to help filter out small particles, regularly clean the pool filter, maintain proper water chemistry levels, and brush and vacuum the pool regularly to remove debris.
If your in-ground pool has a leak somewhere and muddy ground water has come in and the leak is fixed do you need to shock it to get it to clear up again while the filter is running?
If you use a test kit and your chlorine level is high I would say no, let the filter run and while the filter is running vacuum the bottom of the pool to remove some of the mud off the bottom of the pool floor and check the filter for high pressue, so the filter can do its job and get the pool clean. You want to keep your chlorine level above normal during the cleaning level so when the pool is clean your are ready to use it, also I do not know how brown or muddy the water is.
I have dirty green pool water how do I clean it up if I never owned a pool before?
Pour in a gallon jug of algecide and increase the amount of chlorine you use and run your pool's filter at least 6 to 8 hrs a night. Will clear up in a day. Of course this info depends on size of pool, but the average 16,000 gallon pool will clear up.
