Hi Ben;

My test results this evening were
PH 6.8
Alkalinity: 170
Chlorine: Just a strong yellow now, it dropped from looking almost orange to the strongest yellow on the scale.

Pool is finally clear of the dead algae and debri that was in the bottom, and it actually is crystal clear in the shallow end. just the white stuff on the walls remains, and its still gritty. I noticed as me and the kids were swimming, the floor of the pool does not seem to have the buildup of this scale like the walls do.

also on the steps, I simply ran my hand over them some, and the scale build up on them was flaking off in chunks, unless now my steps are falling apart (wouldnt surprise me, thats my kinda of luck!)

And no, I am not scrubbing!

i didnt see a pool log sheet anywhere, unless I just dont know where to look, so just let me know.

Thanks for taking the time to help me!