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Bleach is an oxidant. it literally eats away the outer layer of many types of algae.
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How long does bleach kill weeds for?
Undiluted2 days.
How long does it take for bleach to effectively kill fleas?
Bleach can effectively kill fleas on contact, but it may take a few minutes for the bleach to completely eliminate the fleas. It is important to use caution when using bleach as it can be harmful to pets and humans.
How do I remove algae from my solar pool cover?
with a mixture of half water, half bleach; spray it on, brush it into the pockets and crevices, then rinse it off; that should do it. Only problem could be if some of the air bubbles have burst and are now filled with algae. You'll need to get the bleach into those bubbles in order to kill the algae there. Don't leave the bleach on the cover for too long or it may start to "eat" away at it.
Is pool shock the same as chlorine?
Pool shock typically contains a higher concentration of chlorine compared to regular pool chlorine products. Pool shock is used to quickly raise the chlorine levels in the water to kill bacteria and algae, while regular pool chlorine is used for maintenance and to keep the chlorine levels stable over time.
How do you remove mold from purses?
A quick wipe with household bleach on a soft cloth should kill the mold and remove it. Do not leave the bleach on for very long as it will discolor the material.
How long does it take to kill bacteria with bleach?
Bleach can kill bacteria within a few minutes of contact. The exact time will depend on factors such as the concentration of the bleach and the type of bacteria present. It is recommended to leave bleach on surfaces for at least 10 minutes to ensure effective disinfection.
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.
Can the algae in the pool be caused by filtering it for too long?
No. however the filter can help spread it if you dont kill it off.
Will bleach kill bed bug eggs?
Sure Bleach will kill them, if applied to them or a small amount of bleach in an enclosed space will kill the ones in that space. However the thing is, bed bugs feed on people so normal eating pesticides won't work. Alcohol in an enclosed space will work on any bugs. Soak a cotton ball with alcohol and let it kill the bugs, then you have a perfect non-squashed specimen. To get rid of bed bugs you'll need to get a matress bag, to trap them in, dry everything you can get in the dryer on hot for at least 10 min. best to dry bedding everyday.
As long as it's bleach will it kill germs?
Bleach is very well known as a disinfectant. Yes bleach kills germs! Its effectiveness is all about the strength, if you are using straight bleach or diluting it in water. A solution of one part bleach to 10 parts water is strong enough to kill the HIV/AIDS virus. When I was still working in home health, our nurses kept a spray bottle with this solution with them at all times to disinfect any areas where an AIDS patient had bled, etc. This solution is not only approved by OSHA, but is recommended.
If you opened your inground pool 5 days ago and the water is still green and cloudy after you put in Shock Scale control and algae control how long should you wait before putting in more shock?
Look on your shock package. It will say how long to wait. I believe the brand I use you have to wait 48 hours. Have you cleaned the filter lately? 2 or 3 hrs run time on the filter is not enough.
How do you kill algae growing on your deck?
To just KILL Roof Algae, simply spray it with some Copper or Zinc Sulfate mixed with water. 1 8 oz cup of copper sulfate per gallon of water will kill any plant growing on a roof, and provide lasting protection against re growth for awhile. Be sure and wet ALL plants and grass down before application. It can be applied with a pump up sprayer. The Roof Algea will die, and so will roof moss, and roof lichens! Eventually, the rain will wash the dead plant matter away, but it does take a long time.
