Practical articles for pool owners on skimming, water testing and choosing the right equipment.
9 articles
Filtration & Circulation · Archive date: · 3 min read
A loud pool pump usually points to restricted water flow, air in the system, loose parts, or worn bearings. Start with safe checks before calling for repair.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
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Choose a sand filter by matching it to your pool volume, pump flow rate, and system rating. A slightly larger filter is often easier to maintain than an undersized one.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
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Old pool filter sand is usually removed, dried, and disposed of according to local rules. In limited cases, clean used sand can be reused outside the pool.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
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Sand returning to a pool usually means a sand filter is letting media escape through a broken internal part, a valve issue, or a backwashing mistake.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
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A pressure washer can clean pool tile, but only if the tile and grout are sound. Use the gentlest setting, avoid seams, and stop if calcium or damage needs professional help.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
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The basic hookup is usually pool suction to pump, pump to sand filter, then filter return to the pool. Match your manual, confirm valve positions, and check for leaks.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
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Pool clarifier can help a sand filter trap tiny particles in cloudy pool water, but it works best only after the basics are checked and the filter is clean.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
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Flocculant can help clear cloudy swimming pool water when you follow the label, let particles settle, vacuum carefully, and clean the sand filter afterward.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
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If sand is coming back through the returns, the sand filter likely has an internal failure or the valve is misdirecting flow. Shut the pump off and inspect safely.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.