Practical articles for pool owners on skimming, water testing and choosing the right equipment.
30 articles
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
Pool shock and chlorine are related, but they are not always the same thing. Chlorine is the routine sanitizer; shock is a stronger treatment used sometimes.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Skimming & Debris · Archive date: · 3 min read
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.
Skimmer Equipment · Archive date: · 2 min read
Match the adapter to the skimmer opening, hose diameter, and vacuum connection, then check the seal before use to avoid leaks and weak suction.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
Choose a pool test kit based on the readings you need, the accuracy you can maintain, and how consistently you’ll use it. Reliable results matter more than extras.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Filtration & Circulation · Archive date: · 4 min read
Variable-speed pool pumps save energy by matching pump speed to the task, reducing power use, and helping circulation work efficiently for your pool.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 7, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
Read pool test strips by dipping for the label’s time, then matching each pad to the bottle chart right away in good light. Retest if results look unclear.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
Shocking a pool means giving the water a temporary boost in sanitizer or oxidizer to break down contaminants, help clear odors, and support normal pool care.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
To raise cyanuric acid, use a pool stabilizer made for swimming pools, follow the label exactly, circulate the water, and retest before adding more.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
There’s no universal wait time after shocking a pool. Swim only when the shock has circulated, the water is clear, and test results match the product label’s safe range.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Water Chemistry · Archive date: · 3 min read
Pool shock is usually chlorine-based or non-chlorine. The exact active ingredient depends on the product label, so read it before you add anything to pool water.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Pool Care · Archive date: · 3 min read
Open an inground pool by removing the cover, clearing debris, restarting circulation, and checking the water and equipment before anyone swims.
Written for PoolSkimmer on Oct 23, 2026; assigned an earlier archive date, not published on that date.
Skimming & Debris · Archive date: · 3 min read
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.