Hello All,
I bought a house about three years ago that had an above ground pool. The first year of ownership the pool pretty much just occupied space in the yard. The second year an attempt to open the pool was made. I must admit I failed miserably. So I tried again this year so far the only thing I have done successfully is spend money only to have mint green water to show for it. Although I must admit it is not as dark & murky as it had been but still further from usable. I was pretty close to taking a sledge hammer to it so I could plant grass in its place. Last time I visited my local pool store I was told to bring in a water sample so they could run tests. I told them that my water was a little minty & was told it might be an issue with high phosphates which would take @ least another $30 & prayer to clear up. I stumbled across this site while investigating products to neutralize the phosphates. I have a 15' x 30' above ground oval pool. Unfortunately I don't have the specs of my pump or filter combination. While browsing the threads I found quite a bit of information that I plan to try shortly. I am also going to order a test kit but might go see if I can find one to get by until it arrives. Any knowledge that can be passed on to me would be greatly appreciated.