How to Clean Your Swimming Pool

16/10/2022

You have finally bought that pool the kids have been bothering you for. It is a personal oasis from the hustle and bustle of your busy life. Now you need to keep it clean and enjoyable for you and your family's pleasure. Here is how to clean your swimming pool.

Depending on the material used in the construction of your pool will determine the materials you need to clean the pool. Concrete pools may require and algae brush with stainless-steel bristles. Tiled pools will require a handheld brush for removing calcium scale without harming the grout, a pumice stone would be used on the more stubborn spots. So depending on the material that was used in the construction of your pool you will have to decide which brush to buy to keep your pool algae free.

Start by skimming by hand. If there are leaves floating around in your pool, take a plastic trash bag and walk around in the pool to get rid of the leaves, twigs or debris that is floating on the top. Keeping the pool clean of debris will assist in the efficiency of the pool's circulation systems. For longer areas a net attached to a pole will be able to pick up debris that is floating in the deeper ends of the water.

Look at the strainer baskets along the pools edges, these should remain debris free. If the basket is full, empty it at least once a day. Look for leaves or any other foreign material that may obstruct the flow of water. Keep this area clean especially if your vacuum is connected to a mechanical skimmer.

Procure a pool vacuum. By vacuuming every week your pool water will remain clear and cleaned. When using a vacuum it should be worked back and forth across the swimming pool surface, overlapping each stroke that you make.

Use a stiff brush to clean the pool walls at least once a week. You want to get rid of any algae build up or calcium build up on the pool walls. As stated in step one, depending on the surface and material that your pool is constructed of will determine the type of brush that you use. If tiled be sure to use a non abrasive brush that will not destroy the grouting. If the walls are manufactured out of concretes use of a stiffer brush is recommended.

If your pool develops a scum along the water line, use a non abrasive chlorine liquid and a tile brush to clean the waterline. If the spot is really dingy use a pumice stone to get rid of the spot.

Finish by adding the manufacturers recommended amount of chlorine, water clarifiers, and algaecides to your water base. If you have a pool cover, cover the pool at night to help keep out bird droppings, falling leaves, twigs and dirt. It is recommended that you procure a pool cover.

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