Ok.
Go to Walmart & get 4 gallons of PLAIN 8% bleach and 2 boxes of 20 Mule Team Borax. (Both are in the detergent section.)
Add borax 1/2 box at a time. Make SURE the pump is running. Premix the borax to dissolve it, or add it slowly via the skimmer. Wait 2 hours. Retest pH.
=> If pH is between 7.2 - 8.0, you're good to go.
=> If pH is above 6.8 but below 7.2, add 1/4 box, wait and retest.
=> If pH still at 6.8, add 1/2 box, wait and retest.
Once your pH is between 7.2 and 8.0, add 1 full gallon of bleach to the pool. Do this after 6pm. Brush the pool completely, including side walls after adding the bleach. Retest in the AM; report results AND pool color and appearance here.
Good luck!
PS: Do you have access to a Sams Club?
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