Notes from the deep end

Practical articles for pool owners on skimming, water testing and choosing the right equipment.

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Skimming & Debris · Archive date: · 3 min read

How to Stop Acorns and Seed Pods from Clogging Your Pool Skimmer

Keep acorns and seed pods from clogging your pool skimmer with smarter cleanup, basket protection, and seasonal maintenance that protects flow and equipment.

Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.

Skimming & Debris · Archive date: · 3 min read

Why Pool Pollen Keeps Returning After You Skim

Pollen can keep reappearing on pool water because wind, weak circulation, and tiny particles outpace simple skimming. Find out what helps most.

Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.

Skimming & Debris · Archive date: · 3 min read

How to Skim a Pool with Lots of Bugs on the Water

Skim bugs with a fine-mesh net, clear baskets safely, and check circulation and water quality. If they return, fix the cause or call a pool professional.

Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.