How Do You Clean Green Algae From A Swimming Pool?
Green algae in a swimming pool can be hard to get rid of. If the weather has been particularly hot and humid it strips the pool of chlorine and allows algae and bacteria to grow. The green growth on the sides and bottom of the pool is a common problem among pool owners. You can get rid of it but it will take some time and constant work. The biggest inconvenience of the algae and the cure is that you cannot go into the pool while the chemicals are working to clean it. Brush off the walls and floor of the pool and remove as much of the algae as possible. This will decrease the time it takes to get rid of the algae. Fill a large bucket with water and add 1 lb. of chlorine shock for every 7500 gallons of water in your pool. Add the chemical to the water. You may want to wear a mask when adding the shock to the water as it can be very strong. Dissolve the shock in the water and pour into the pool. Keep your filter system running continually and backwash when you see the pressure start to go
