How Do You Increase Swimming Pool Alkalinity Level?
Your swimming pool alkalinity level is a vital part of your pool chemistry. The most common and safest way to increase your pool’s alkalinity level is with Sodium Bicarbonate, or baking soda. You might think of alkalinity as the Drill Instructor for your pool. Once this is in check, then all other chemicals readings, chlorine, pH, and hardness fall in line much easier, work better, and can be maintained with less effort. The best range for your pool’s alkalinity is between 80-100ppm, not up to 150ppm as some may say. Most information you’ll see regarding swimming pool maintenance comes from an index used for public water and sewer systems, which obviously are different than swimming pools. Take care when adding Sodium Bicarb. as it will affect both pH and alkalinity. Although Sodium Bicarb. is relatively safe, using safety goggles, glasses, and rubber gloves is a good habit to have. For more information go to www.clean-pool-and-spa.com and www.clean-pool-and-spa.com/pool-alkalinity.htm
