I haven't tried it, but what a great idea! Those things are non-abrasive AND they have a "generic" type at the dollar stores now that is the same thing with a box of 4 for $1! I can't see why they wouldn't work.....
I was just wondering if anyone has any tried using a Mr. Clean Magic eraser sponge for cleaning the waterline scum of a vinyl liner. Or should I use the usual vinyl cleaning solution and a regular sponge/cloth? Suggestions are welcome.
Thanks in advance,
Frank
I haven't tried it, but what a great idea! Those things are non-abrasive AND they have a "generic" type at the dollar stores now that is the same thing with a box of 4 for $1! I can't see why they wouldn't work.....
Beats driving to the lake!
18'x33'x52" AG oval, hard plumbed system, 22" Pentair Meteor Filter 1.5hp pump, Goldline SWCG System, 2/4x20 SolarBear Panels, Biltmore Steps - 16x14' composite deck, Pool Rover Jr
the indredient the magic eraser is made out of is a formaldehyde-melamine-sodium bisulfite copolymer. Wonder what it does to pool water? The MSDS does say to keep it away from oxidizing materials (chlorine?)
http://www.pgbrands.com/pages/cleane...gic_Eraser.pdf
Retired pool store and commercial pool maintenance guy.
OMG!!!! Well, I guess we won't be using it on OUR pool!!! Thanx Waterbear!!!
Beats driving to the lake!
18'x33'x52" AG oval, hard plumbed system, 22" Pentair Meteor Filter 1.5hp pump, Goldline SWCG System, 2/4x20 SolarBear Panels, Biltmore Steps - 16x14' composite deck, Pool Rover Jr
My wife brought some home and i couldn't find anything on the label
to tell me what was in it. Didn't think about checking the MDS!
Anyway i used it and it worked absolutely great! my liner is 8 years old and it
hasn't looked this clean in years. I also cleaned my top portion of the steps and they are now bright white.
I used 4 pads to do a 16 X 30 pool, going over rough spots will use them up fast ie steps. Took me all of 45 minutes to do the whole pool.
I understand the chemical concerns with chlorine but you are looking at very small amounts of this chemical added to the pool while using the pads.
I saw no ill effects to my pool anyway.
Randy
I have some of these to use when detailing cars and never thought about using them for the pool. They can actually damage some surfaces so use caution.
I do however recall something in regard to NOT using it with bleach if I am not mistaken. I will have to look at the box again when I get home.
*edit* found the information on the website
--The Mr. Clean Magic Eraser is a highly effective cleaning tool. Test first on an inconspicuous spot with light pressure to see if surface may scratch or dull. Not recommended for use on surfaces that are polished/glossy, or on brushed, satin, dark, or faux finishes. Do not use with chlorine bleach.--
Are they referring to the bleach being full strength or is the residual enough to cause concern?
Last edited by ScottS; 06-19-2006 at 03:37 PM.
I just use a kitchen sponge and a baking soda/water paste.
Janet
Well, ususally when you clean with bleach it is diluted in a bucket of water, not used full strength.Originally Posted by ScottS
Retired pool store and commercial pool maintenance guy.
But, a normal amount to clean with is 50-100ppm. Is 3ppm bad?Originally Posted by waterbear
I used it in my pool to clean the steps, worked like a charm, couldn't find anything else to remove the stains off the plastic.
My tap water is 3ppm of chlorine and I haven't died from using it to clean my bathrooms. I probably wouldn't use it if you are running shock levels.
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