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  1. 08-12-2010 12:06 AM #6
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    Default Re: Trying to raise ph adding 20 mule team borax

    Melanie,
    How's your chlorine(does it keep dropping), CYA, and TA levels? How big's (gallons) your pool?
    You could try mixing pool water and tap water at 1:1, 1:2, 1:4 ... until you get a clear reading to see if your pool water increases or decreases your tap water's PH.
    Last edited by BigDave; 08-12-2010 at 12:15 AM. Reason: re-read original post
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