Finally got a larger pool then we've ever had, but it's still small. 475 gallons. Has a 300 gallon pump/ filter that came with it. I have no clue how to take care of anything like this without completely draining it, scrubbing it and re filling it every time and that's a huge job with a bigger pool like this. I just want it to stay as clean as possible without having to completely drain the darn thing....while also being safe for my 3 kids under 7 years old. I went to a pool supply store and the lady sold me a $5 1lb bag of "Ultra Shock" powder. She said to get this kind because it is 97% chlorine instead of having added shellfish fillers that cloud the water. Anyway, it's like trying to find a needle in a haystack getting an answer to this question, I guess because everyone else has bigger pools. This bag of chlorine powder has no directions on it for small pools and the lady said to use 1/2 pound (1/2 bag) for my pool. Does this sound right? I am really scared that I will over chlorinate and don't want to poison my kids. I have no idea what I'm doing. HELP.
Thanks guys
-Shannon