Swimming Pool Winterizing Chemical Kit When it comes to choosing the right swimming pool chemicals for your needs there are a range of factors to consider. In this article we compare bromine and chlorine as the primary sanitizer choice. There are pros and cons for each and much will depend on your budget and the level of time commitment you are prepared to give to your pool. While both chlorine and bromine work in similar ways there are some key differences. Chlorine has to be stabilized with cyamuric acid which helps increase it’s life-span. Bromine does not need to be stabilized but does need to be “shocked” or oxidized with a pool shock product to produce the bromine sanitizer. Chlorine treated pools also need to be shock treated on a regular basis but for a different reason: To break up chloramines which are formed when chlorine binds with certain organic [...] Read more »
Swimming Pool Chemical Breakdown
Swimming pools are excellent for fun, relaxation and recreation. However, it is necessary for any owner of a swimming pool to clean it properly in order for the pool to be usable. There are many different products with different applications that control the bacteria killing process with different levels of success. To remove swimming pool algae and microorganisms, chemicals should be added to the pool at regular intervals. These intervals will be determined according to many factors, including pool size, type of chemical and type of bacteria that is set to be destroyed. According to experts in this field, the recommended quantity should be poured into the pool from a cup with spaces of about 1-2 feet. This way, the chemicals will take effect in the entirety of the pool and there will not be gaps in chemical treatment which might lead you to have to buy swimming pool chemicals [...] Read more »