It's generally safe to swim with a slightly high pH level, but it's recommended to adjust the pH to the correct level for optimal comfort and safety.

It's generally recommended to adjust the pH level first before adjusting the chlorine level in a pool.

Baking soda can help with algae in a pool by raising the pH level, which can make it more difficult for algae to thrive.

Baking soda should be added directly to the pool water and brushed around to ensure it dissolves properly.

Pool water may need baking soda if the pH is too low or if the water is too acidic. Testing the pH level of the pool water will indicate if baking soda…

Backwash is the process of cleaning the filter by reversing the flow of water through it, while waste is a setting on the pool filter that allows water to bypass the filter…

It's not necessary to backwash before vacuuming a pool, but it's recommended to ensure optimal cleaning.

How often to backwash a pool filter depends on factors such as pool usage and filter type, but a general rule of thumb is to backwash when the filter pressure increases by…

Both shock and algaecide are used to treat and prevent algae in a pool, but shock is typically used for larger algae blooms, while algaecide is used as a preventative measure.

The recommended order for adding chemicals to a pool is to first balance the pH, then adjust alkalinity, and then add any other necessary chemicals.