Have you wondered how much sand you should add to your sand filter? Well this chart will help you figure out how much you need. If you don’t see your particular sand filter on this list, please consult your filter Read More …
Category: Pool Guy – Bonus Material
Fill Water Options
Pools require fill water for a multitude of reason: they’re new, they’ve been remodeled, too much splashing fun, there may be a leak, or just plain evaporation. Choosing the proper fill water for your pool is important in order to Read More …
The Hybrid Pool Option
Al at Ask the Pool Guy was once given the opportunity to create a vinyl liner pool with deck chairs and a swim-up bar. His solution: a vinyl/gunite hybrid. With hybrid pools, Al can challenge the boundaries of what customers Read More …
Need Pool Patio Options?
In this post, we will explore the most common types of swimming pool patios so you can get an idea of what the options are, as well as the pro’s and con’s of each. Concrete-Broom Finish: This option is typically Read More …
Notes on Swimming Pool Automation
Technology has come a long way since the beginning of swimming pools. Swimming pool automation allows a pool owner to control almost all aspects of their pool from a remote device such as a smartphone. There are different levels of Read More …
pH Levels For Swimmers
The pH level in your pool is the chemical that most affects your swimmers. pH is a scale measuring the acidity or alkalinity of a solution. It indicates how acidic or basic the water level is. It should be tested Read More …
Calcium Hardness in Water
Calcium hardness is defined as the measure of the amount of dissolved calcium in your pool water. It is often referred to as the ability of water to later with soap. Think of water running through a water softener, once Read More …
Metals in the Water Problem
Ever wonder what the most common metals are that problems in swimming pools? They are: copper, iron, and manganese. Copper Copper may cause your water to discolor, though it may still appear clear. If you have copper present in your Read More …