Re: Will adding borax to 50ppm kill Mustard algae

Originally Posted by
KirstenHW
How does one test for Borax & dissolved solids levels? I have the Taylor kit k2006 kit.
Best test for borates for home use is the LaMotte borate test strips. They are far superior to the AquaChek and Protream strips.
TDS is a bogus measrement for the most part. The only way to test for it is with a conductivity meter, which is an expensive piece of equipment. Don't worry about TDS.
Retired pool store and commercial pool maintenance guy.
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