How Do You Remove Algae From A Pool?
Algae is a green substance that sticks to the pool walls and base, creating health issues if not controlled. It appears as a result of infrequent maintenance, improper usage or stagnant pool water. Follow the steps below to remove algae from your swimming pool. Use a pool vacuum to remove as much algae as you can. Take off all the excess algae with a long pool brush. Purchase a chlorine shock solution and follow the manufacturer’s directions for use. Take a water bucket (about half full) and mix in the required amount of coarse chlorine shock grains. Add 1 pound for every 10,000 gallons of water. To tackle a severe algae problem, add 1 pound for every 7,500 gallons of pool water. Turn on the pool filter and add the shock mixture to the pool. Let the filter run for 24 hours and observe the pool at regular intervals during the day. If you don’t observe any significant improvement, add an increased dosage of the chlorine shock to the pool. Clean the filter periodically to remove any trapp
