Hello Pool People

[Watermom]

We really need to know all the testing numbers. Can you please post the CYA, alk and CH in addition to current pH and cl readings if those that you posted are more than a few hours old.

Welcome to the forum!

[Cloud26]

Thanks for the Chlorine explanation. I am just confused as to how it went from OK to none in one day (92 degree day)

CYA - I'm not sure my test kit does this. I looked up the one that is being recommended and will add it to the list of things to purchase.

I will do an ALK test and post the results later this evening.

I was always told not to test pool in the middle of the day.... any truth to this?

[Watermom]

It doesn't really hurt to test in the middle of the day, but it is best to add chlorine in the evening. Is there a reputable pool store near you that can test your CYA level for you? Just don't let them talk you into buying a bunch of stuff.

[PoolDoc]

. . . a caution about the Intex: apparently the only unit now available is a combo SWCG + copper unit.

Ben

[Cloud26]

Ben,

Why is the copper bad?

[Watermom]

Contrary to popular belief, it is not chlorine that turns blonde hair green, it is copper!

[aylad]

And not only can it turn hair green, as Watermom said, but it can also stain the walls of your pool green and create a whole new set of problems with your water chemistry.

Janet