Like good circulation, chemical treatment is vital to having clean, clear, and bacteria-free pool and spa water. The chemical disinfectant used in swimming pools provides two important distinct functions - disinfection and oxidation.
Disinfection is the process of destroying microorganisms and bacteria. More specifically, disinfection refers to the destruction of bacteria, viruses, algae, and pathogens in order to prevent the transmission of disease and other swimmer discomforts such as burning eyes and itching skin. To provide efficient and continuous bacteria control, the pool disinfectant must have residual properties.
The Pool Pump • The Filters • Sand Filtration • D.E. Filtration • Cartridge Filtration
Water Chemistry • Popular Disinfectants • Chorine • Calcium Hypochorite • Sodium Hypochlorite • Stabilized Chlorines •
Bromine • Other Disinfectants • Water Balance • pH • Total Alkalinity • Calcium Hardness • Total Dissolved Solids •
Balancing Pool Water • Water Testing • Pool Vacs & Sweepers •
Pool Maintenance • Daily Chores • Weekly Chores • Solving Common Problems • Cloudy, Milky Water • Malodorous, Irritating Water
Green Water • Red or Brown Water • Blue - Green Water • Blue or Black Water • Pump Problems • Sand in Pool •
Excessive Water Loss • Excessive Foaming