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Algae won’t grow in water that has extremely low pH and alkalinity. If the water is a dull metallic looking green I’d suspect low pH and alkalinity and you’d need to get those levels up – along with checking your Read More …

To install a pool you’ll want to excavate and level the ground. Depending on the manufacturers directions you likely don’t need pavers under it if you do the prep of the area per their instructions.

Chlorine takes care of organic staining and ascorbic acid takes  care of metallic staining. Once the ascorbic acid removes stains from surfaces (which it will do if it is metal based) the metals are back in the water and a Read More …

Yes, it seems like now would be the time to add a ledge. If you do add one, make sure to tie it into the main pool structure, so it may take some demolition to get it anchored in place Read More …

As long as it goes back together well you shouldn’t need to use any additional sealer or silicone. If you feel something is needed, a waterproof flexible sealant like Boss 801 would be the only one to consider.

It’s likely ground water causing the issue. You may want to add some drainage with sump pump to the area (adjacent to the spa dig a hole down to below the level of the pool – drop a sump in Read More …

Nothing will stick really well in an under water application. Gluing some tread down with a waterproof silicone may be an option, but having the steps addressed by someone who is familiar with your pool and how to prevent slipping Read More …

If you have sharp objects in your pockets, that could be an issue. Normal bathing/swimming/jumping should be just fine.