How Do You Reduce Total Alkalinity In A Swimming Pool?
Chemically unbalanced pool water can cause many problems, so you should check the chemical levels in your water regularly and make any necessary adjustments. Test for pH levels, calcium hardness, total alkalinity and other factors. When the total alkalinity level in a swimming pool is too high, reduce it to prevent damage to the pool. Note that total alkalinity (T.A.) measures the amount of alkaline substances (carbonates or bicarbonates) in pool water. The recommended total alkalinity range should be between 80 to 120 ppm (parts per million). Use a testing kit to check the total alkalinity level regularly. If the total alkalinity level is too high then you have to restore the level to the recommended range in Step 1. Reduce the total alkalinity level in the swimming pool by adding muriatic acid (dilute hydrochloric acid) or dry acid (sodium bisulfate). Dilute the acid (hydrochloric, sodium bisulfate) in a bucket of water before pouring it into the pool. Follow the directions that come
