It was time for a new liner in one of our hybrid swimming pools (built by Ask the Pool Guy’s construction division Legendary Escapes). We also took this opportunity to redo the sun ledge and slide to ecofinish – they Read More …
Category: FerriTabs
Do FerriTabs really work like you say they do?
Yes, they do. We have used them successfully in well water pools high in iron for over 30 years. The current formulation is for sand filters/glass media filters. They can be used in a situation with a cartridge filter, but Read More …
Use FerriIron Removing Tablets Successfully for your Swimming Pool
Ask the Pool Guy Approved product for iron removal from your swimming pool water is Ferri-Iron Tablets. Ferri-Iron Tabs are water treatment tablets that help eliminate the discoloration caused by iron and manganese. These double-action tablets have been formulated to Read More …
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 …
Water Haulers- Michigan
Choosing proper fill-water is essential for good, quality swim water. If you are in a spot where you need to fill or top-off your swimming pool; you have a few options. City/Municipal Water: You can use the hose water and Read More …
FerriTabs: How to Remove Discoloration
What are FerriTabs (Ferri-Iron Tabs)? FerriTabs are tablets used for water treatment. They help eliminate discoloration in pools caused primarily by iron and manganese. Iron staining can appear as a coppery-brown color while manganese will be much darker Read More …
Etidronic Acid: Stain Prevention and Cloudy Water Cleaner
In laymen’s terms, etidronic acid is a fancy name for a bio-phosphate that’s commonly used in water treatments and sometimes cosmetics. It is a chelating agent that can be added to bind substances found in pool water such as calcium, Read More …
Pool Water Problems: Metals
The most common metals which cause problems for your pool 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 water you can remove Read More …