Intex 20 x 12 x 48

[AnnaK]

You will need approximately 40 oz of CYA to get within 30 - 50 ppm. Add 20 oz now using the sock method. Wait a week, test CYA, add more as needed.

You can broadcast borax over the surface or you can put it in the skimmer with the pump running or you can dump it in front of a return with the pump running. It dissolves very quickly. Some people get a mild cloudiness when they broadcast it. It doesn't last and isn't anything to worry about.

[rlmommy]

The pool is almost full! I've been adding bleach following the Super Simple Pool Chemistry. I just tested the Ph, it was 8.2 (or above) According to the Acid demand Test I will need 1/2 pint muriatic acid. The thought of using this acid scares me...is there an alternative chemical I can use to bring my Ph down?

[Watermom]

You can use some "pH Down" which is a dry acid.

[rlmommy]

My husband added 1 cup of muriatic acid this afternoon. I don't want to touch the stuff! Tested Ph this evening. Still 8.2 How soon should I retest Ph?
TA tested at 60. Do I add baking soda now or wait until I get the Ph down?

So many different chemicals, my head is spinning figuring out when and how much to add.

[AnnaK]

Please post the values for FC (free chlorine). It may be interfering with the pH test.

[Watermom]

I wouldn't worry about the alk right now. You can adjust it with baking soda after you get your pH where you want it.