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How do you get rid of really green water in above ground pool?
Green pool water is caused by algae. To remove the algae, bring the pH level of the water to 7.8, scrub the sides and bottom of the pool, shock the water with chlorine, then vacuum up all the dead algae.
How do you clean green algae of the bottom of a pool?
There are a wide variety of algaecides (algae killers) available. Your local home improvement store, or pool store, has them. Most pools can be treated for about $20. You will want to use an algaecide, and "shock" the pool which briefly brings the chlorine level up to an insane amount, and then use a clarifier which will cause all the dead algae to clump up and sink to the bottom, where it can easily be vacuumed out. All of these chemicals evaporate in a day or two, leaving the pool ready for swimming.
When can you clean a fish tank?
You should clean a fish tank regularly with water changes of at least 50% each week along with cleaning out any waste or uneaten food, and using an algae scrubber to clean the sides
Does high chlorine make the pool green?
Yes, it does. No, it isn't! Chlorinated water is most common today. Many choose this type of system because the chlorine tablets are already available. Many find it more effective in dealing with bacteria and algae. Without chlorine, the pool can get clogged easily and be swamped with green algae.
How do you know if your fish tank have the icky?
By icky, I am guessing you mean algae? Well for one, this will be paradise for Algae Eaters but the other fish might feel a little dirty or sick. Clean your tank and while doing, use an algae scrubber and scrub down the sides of the tank where the algae is present.Hint: Scrub on the inside of the tank, where the water is.
What are home remedies to kill algae in ingroud pools?
Chlorine bleach kills algae. That's why chlorine is used in swimming pools. Be careful when using chorine bleach. It should not be mixed with other cleaners. Use it in a well ventilated area. It is very powerful and should be diluted.
Do you need to vacuum a pool if you use chlorine or is chlorine and a net for skimming the top enough?
If there is dirt on the bottom of the pool, it is best to vacuum it out. Organic debris (such as leaves) can cause staining. Brushing the sides and bottom is also important. Algae loves to hide in crevices and brushing strips away its protective slime coating so that the chlorine can kill it.
What is the white stringy material that looks like cotton candy growing on the sides of my above ground pool and how do I get rid of it?
The white stringy material resembling cotton candy is likely a type of algae or biofilm, often caused by imbalanced water chemistry or inadequate filtration. To remove it, shock the pool with chlorine to kill the algae, brush the affected areas, and vacuum the pool. Additionally, ensure your water chemistry is balanced—particularly pH, alkalinity, and chlorine levels—and consider improving filtration and circulation to prevent future growth. Regular maintenance is key to keeping your pool clean and free of unwanted growths.
What kind of algae grow in pools?
pool algae...YUCK!!!! it's algae basiclly and it grows FAST!!!!!!! Basiclly the picture tells all. The pool became green and don't imagine swimming in it!!! This is echosong101lol speaking to the person who wrote this^^^^^ Pool algae is not that bad you know.Its nature.To be honest, I wouldn't mind swimming in it.(I would just want goggles)!!
If you have a 25 thousand gallon cement pool and you are still getting spotty areas of algae on the sides of it even though you have shocked the pool twice how can you get rid of this problem?
shocking will not get rid of algae,algae feeds on phosphates so you'll have to get your phosphate level down to zero using a product a pool store sells to control this.good luck. Phosphates are only a big factor in Salt Pools, The areas with growth are not getting circulation to refresh the active chlorine. Or you are not shocking properly, If you are shocking with a chlorine base product you have to bring your chlorine levels up 10 times above current levels if you miss and only go 9.5 times is all it does is add more chloramines to your pool creating even a worse problem. I suggest using a Non Chlorine shock with it you add 1 lb for 10,000 and it always works without a bunch of calculations, and if you use to little it just works a little less plus you can swim in 20 Minutes. Available from Kenny 801-232-5893 800-488-2436 Cleaning the filter helps. k
How do you get rid of algae in an above-ground pool?
If emptying and refilling is not an option I would clean out as much debris as possible so as to not clog the filter and pump. I would then shock the heck out of it.
What do you do if your pool has green algae and black algae spots?
If it is genuine 'black algae' it is very difficult to remove without emptying the pool and gouging the black algae out of the pool surface. Other algae can be removed by shocking the pool, filtering continuously and brushing walls while maintaining a good sanitizer level.
