Practical articles for pool owners on skimming, water testing and choosing the right equipment.
5 articles
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
Recurring algae in a pool often points to circulation, filtration, brushing, or testing gaps—not just one chlorine reading that looks close.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
Pool alkalinity usually rises from fill water, chemical additions, or repeated top-offs. Testing and good circulation help you spot the cause before pH becomes harder to control.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
Learn to read pool test results by spotting real trends, not one-off changes, so you can maintain balanced water without overcorrecting.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
Copper in a pool skimmer is not a dependable algae fix. It can stain surfaces, upset water balance, and should never replace proper sanitation.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
After a partial drain, let the refill mix fully, then test pool water and correct balance in the proper order. Avoid guesswork and call a pro if problems persist.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.