Practical articles for pool owners on skimming, water testing and choosing the right equipment.
29 articles
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
Spa-style hot pools need tighter water chemistry control than standard pools. Focus on sanitizer, pH, alkalinity, calcium hardness, and water clarity.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
A unibead pool liner is an above-ground pool liner that can attach in more than one way, helping it fit certain bead-track or J-hook pool setups.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
For most above-ground pools, the best liner gauge is the thickest one that fits correctly, matches the pool’s shape, and is installed over sound surfaces.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
To remove iron stains from a pool floor, first confirm the stain, then clean debris and circulation issues, and only use a label-directed pool stain treatment.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
High copper in pool water is usually more of a staining and corrosion problem than an immediate health emergency, but it can still signal a source that needs fixing.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
An overlap pool liner is a vinyl liner for an above-ground pool that hangs over the pool wall and is secured at the top, unlike a beaded liner.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
High phosphates in your pool are usually not a direct danger to swimmers, but they can support algae, cloudiness, and slippery surfaces if maintenance slips.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
A small vinyl pool liner tear can often be patched successfully if you clean the area, use the right patch kit, and avoid damaged seams or fittings.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Skimming & Debris · Archive date: · 3 min read
Leaves slip under the skimmer when water level, weak flow, or a stuck weir door disrupts surface skimming. Start with safe, simple checks.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Skimmer Equipment · Archive date: · 3 min read
Match the exact skimmer screw or fastener to the part it secures, check for cracks or worn seals, and confirm a safe, leak-free fit before restarting the pool.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
Cloudy pool water can come from poor water balance or a filtration problem. Use a simple check sequence to find the cause and know when to call a pro.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
Measure a pool liner from the inside dimensions of the pool, then confirm shape, wall height, corners, steps, and cutouts before you order a new liner.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 24, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.