Practical articles for pool owners on skimming, water testing and choosing the right equipment.
143 articles
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
Fast sanitizer loss usually signals high chlorine demand from sunlight, debris, heavy use, poor circulation, or water balance issues—not just a weak feeder.
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 shock can raise pH, but not every product does. The effect depends on the chemistry, so test before and after, then follow the label and manual.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
Cyanuric acid rises mainly from stabilized chlorine products. To raise a low CYA level safely, identify the product first, test often, and follow label directions.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
Pool chemicals help sanitize water, balance pH, control algae, and protect surfaces and equipment. Test first, then follow your pool manual and product labels.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
The practical way to lower cyanuric acid (CYA) is to replace some pool water with fresh water, then retest. There is no simple additive fix.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
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.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 4 min read
If your pool water turned brown after adding chlorine or adjusting pH, the cause is often metals, sediment, or debris reacting to the new balance.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
Stable pH, alkalinity, and calcium hardness help protect metal parts. Learn practical steps to prevent corrosion, spot warning signs, and know when to call a pro.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.