algea in pool

[tara15]

yes, i was in the past. But like i said in my last message my drop test kit is now missing, so i can only use the test strips. I will order the test kit here, but it might take a while.

[tara15]

hello again. so after about a week of shocking to about 25 my pool is now blue and clear. its been like that for about a week and im keeping my fc at about 15 to be on the safe side. i just have one more question. even though my pool is clear and blue, it does not have that sparkle that it used to have in the past. is there anything i can do to acheive that?

also, thank again for all of your help. I now have an understanding of my pool

[Watermom]

Do you have a sand filter? I quickly scrolled back through this thread and didn't see where you told us what type of filter, although I might have just missed it. Many of us with sand filters have been adding a little DE to it to help catch the really fine stuff that the sand filter might not get. If you decide to try it, premix it with some water and pour it in the skimmer while the pump is running. You only want to add a little - enough to raise the filter pressure by 1 psi. Add a cup or so and then wait 20 or 30 minutes to see if it rises. If not, add a little more. Continue slowly until you see the pressure rise by 1. This might help you get your sparkle back! Good luck.

[tara15]

I have a sand filter. The only problem is that the pressure guage is broken. My mother in law didnt bring in the filter last year and it cracked and broke in the ny winter. Is DE earth? should i try to add some anyway? Its been so cold and rainy here on long island that i might just close up the pool anyway. If i do, should i try to change the sand next year and if so, do you reccommend any type of sand? I heard of this stuff called "zeobrite". Have you heard anything about this type of media? sorry for so many questions.

[duraleigh]

Tara,

Before you invest in zeobrite (or anything else), replace your pressure guage. It is a valuable tool in pool management and will cost you less than Ten bucks.