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Can a solor pool cover cause green water?
I am not sure why this has not been answered. The most common reason for the green is algae growth. If you put on a solar cover and ignore pool maintenance, then the algae will grow as the water heats and when you remove the cover, the pool will be green
Can algae grow under a solid pool cover even in hot weather?
Yes, even in a covered pool and especially in warm weather. Limiting the sunlight does slow it down. The pool water contains dissolved carbon dioxide and dissolved nutrients that the algae use to grow.
Why is the pool green in Rio?
The pool turned green in Rio due to an imbalance in the pool's chemicals, specifically the pH levels, which caused algae to grow and give the water a green tint.
Where does algae come from?
Click on the link to your right for algae info, if the question is about algae in the pool read below: Algae are tiny microscopic plants that enter your pool by rain, wind and fill water. If allowed to grow unchecked, your water will quickly become unusable. One ounce of water can contain millions of algae cells before they are visible. They can clog filters and reduce water circulation and the effectiveness of pool chemicals. The main types of pool algae are: Green Algae: The most common type of algae. It
Abobe ground pool water is green?
Green pool water is caused by algae growth. When chlorine levels drop below 1-parts-per-million, algae will begin to grow. To get rid of the algae, turn on the pump so chemicals will circulate through the water. Correct the pH level of the water by adding an acid or a base to bring the pH level to a 7 or 8. Clean any debris out of the pool. With a nylon brush scrub the pool, breaking up the algae. Add shock to the pool, and continue running the pump throughout the cleaning process. The water will be cloudy when the shock is first added, but will soon begin to clear. Once the water is clear, vacuum the algae from the pool.
Why is the diving pool in Rio green?
The diving pool in Rio turned green due to an imbalance in the pool's chemicals, specifically a lack of proper maintenance and monitoring of the water quality. This caused algae to grow and change the color of the water.
my above ground pool has alot of algae. what can i do?
You need to buy a rotating water jet to put in your pool. That will help eliminate algae and cloudy water.
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.
Why is the pool in Rio green?
The pool in Rio turned green during the 2016 Olympics due to an imbalance in the pool's chemicals, specifically a lack of chlorine. This caused algae to grow and change the color of the water.
What does white looking water in your pool mean?
It means you have algae in the water.
Can clams eat pool algae?
Clams eat plankton, not algae. Algae grows in still water. Clams need the water to be moving so they can get nutrients.
What is the cause of green algae in pool?
Algae are a very simple type of plant, and like all plants they need water, food, and sunlight. There are different types, the most common being one of the varieties of green, but there is also yellow "mustard" algae, and the dreaded "black" algae which is hard to get rid of. Chlorine, Bromine, or an alternative like Baquacil is added to a pool to make it a hostile environment for algae and bacteria. If the chemical composition of the water is kept properly, algae shouldn't be able to grow in a pool. However, if the chemical level drops too far, algae can grow. They feed on phosphates and other trace chemicals in the water, and use the energy from sunlight to "power" their food-making process. One way that algae can get a "jump-start" is if there is organic debris in the pool like leaves, grass clippings, flower petals, etc. This organic debris is a prime source of fresh algae spores, and it will also react with the chlorine or other purifying chemical in the water, in effect using it up, causing the chemical levels to drop. To avoid this double-whammy, daily get organic debris out of the pool and skimmer baskets. If you have an algae problem in your pool, see your local pool store for chemicals to "shock" the pool by boosting the chlorine content briefly, an algaecide for the specific type of algae you have, and a treatment to remove the phosphates from the water to prevent future algae growth. NEGLECT.
