Rust is the natural state of iron (ferrous oxide). Rust will occur when an iron containing metal alloy, such as steel, drops below a pH of 8.2 or 8.3. There are rust inhibitors that can combat the pH drop on Read More …
Category: Ask the Pool Girl
Water Chemistry
We recommend testing your water 1x/week with test strips or a test kit, (I recommend this kit: https://amzn.to/2LeMF3N) and I suggest these test strips: https://amzn.to/2LeYR4D – and bring a water sample to your local pool store 1x/month during the summer for comprehensive Read More …
Spring Pool Maintenance Advice
Water Chemistry Reminder Please remember that your water chemistry is important. Just because your water is clear doesn’t mean it is balanced. Un-Balanced water can lead to heater and equipment malfunctions and issues, as well as liner wrinkles, scaling, skin Read More …
What you need to know to choose a Vinyl Liner for your Swimming Pool
You may have heard liners referred to in thickness, mil or gauge. What do these terms mean, and how does it relate to your swimming pool? Mil vs. Gauge A “mil” is a unit of measurement used to describe a Read More …
Update Your Pool Controls: Simplify Your Life
Two huge objections to owning a pool are cost and maintenance. The cost of owning a swimming pool depends entirely on the type/design of pool you choose. Before you nix the idea, talk with a pool design company (like Legendary Read More …
Four Habits of Successful Pool Owners
Testing Your Water Owning a pool can seem like a big investment, both financially and mentally. However, it doesn’t have to be. With the proper training from a pool service technician and routine, anybody can become a successful pool owner Read More …
Pool Lighting and Safety Issues
When you’re considering adding some pool lighting to our outdoor pool space, the first thing you need to consider is safety. Lighting= electricity. Electricity and water are not a good combination unless they are thoroughly thought out and properly installed Read More …
When to Repair or Replace Spa Controls
If you have a spa or hot tub, you know how relaxing they can be at the end of the day. There’s nothing more disappointing than suiting up, heading out to the spa, and finding your controls to be dead. Read More …