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Algaecide is used to kill and or prevent algae. Pool & Spa.

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How do you make homemade pool algaecide?

A person can make a homemade pool algaecide by combining bleach, baking soda, and Borax. This shocks the pool and increases the pH if needed.


How long does it take to change green pool water?

depends on the amount of chlorine and algicide you use and the weather conditions, temparature, size, HOW green etc. i myself waited about one week.


What is an algicide?

An algicide (or algaecide) is a substance which kills or inhibits the growth of algae.


How do you neutralize an over-application of algicide in a swimming pool?

Too much isn't really a problem, if you are concerned you can dilute by adding fresh water. You have to allow the algaecide to diminish on it's own. Next time read the label instructions on the proper use of the product.


How long after using algicide can you use the pool?

A good rule of thumb is to allow the water to clear up. After adding any kind of algaecide, I personally would wait at least 24 hrs. Once your chlorine level is at the acceptable range, 1.5-3.5ppm, you can swim.


E just bought a pool and we are putting chemicals Bacquicil and algaecide to get it primed. Why is there a white foam all over the top of the water?

Too much algicide. The only thing to do is dilute it with water.


Is CuSO4-algicide a match in microbiology?

Copper sulfate (CuSO4) is commonly used as an algicide to control algae growth in water systems. In microbiology, the use of CuSO4 as an algicide could indirectly affect microbial communities as algae can contribute to the overall ecological balance in water systems. However, its direct impact on microbial populations may vary depending on the specific system and concentration used.


What is an algaecide?

An algaecide (or algicide) is a substance which kills or inhibits the growth of algae.


Can you use a copper algicide with a chlorine generator or will it destroy the chlorine generating plates?

Using a copper algicide with a chlorine generator is generally not recommended because the copper can potentially damage the chlorine generating plates. It's best to consult with the manufacturer of your specific equipment to determine compatibility and any potential risks.


What do use in swiming?

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When can you swim after adding algicide and shock?

A person can go swimming in a pool a few minutes after adding algae treatment and shock to the water. This is provided that a low dose was used. The manufacturers of the algae treatment recommend that a person waits 45 minutes to an hour to swim after adding a normal dose.


How do you get rid of black stains on the bottom of the above ground pool liner Ive tried scrubbing shocking algicide Nothing works?

Since you cannot remove the "stains" with the methods you have tried perhaps the stains are from too much acid or high acid levels. Are there also copper colored stains as well? Do you have a pool heater in the system? If so, then it is copper stains from an acidic pool water. The over acid conditions are stripping the copper from the heater copper tubing. k