How Do You Remove Iron Stains From A Swimming Pool?
Many city and well water sources contain iron, some in significant amounts. This can cause iron stains in a swimming pool. Small stains also can be caused by a metal object being left in the pool. The stains are orange or brownish, essentially rust. Several options are available to remove iron stains from a swimming pool, most of which are available at your local pool store. You may need to try more than one. Determine if the stain actually is iron by rubbing a chewable vitamin C tablet on it. The ascorbic acid should make the stain come off easily. If the stain is small enough, vitamin C tablets are all you need. Purchase a natural ascorbic acid-based pool product to apply directly to the stain. Alternatives include diphosphonic or oxalic acids. Several pool products are available for removing iron and other metal stains, including Leisure Rust Scum and Stain Eraser, SeaKlear Metal Stain Control and Super Stain Away. Treat the entire pool with the acidic pool product as directed if yo
