Pool Cleaning Tips


Every pool owner knows the importance of regular cleaning in and around the area of their pool. If you don't stay on top of the constant buildup of dirt and stains, your pool can quickly start to look dirty and unappealing. Since most pools are the focal point of a backyard space, it is important to keep them looking their best with regular cleanings. Sometimes even the most diligent pool owners run into messes they can't tackle on their own. To help you recognize some of the tougher pool stains and to give you guidance about the best way to get these messes properly cleaned, take a look at some of the tips below.

Algae Stains
Algae is one of the most common stains to occur in pools. Even pools that are regularly cleaned of dirt and debris can start to see a buildup of algae on the pool bottom. These stains usually occur during humid periods in the summer where algae can thrive underwater in the sunlight. Aside from manually scrubbing the algae by hand, which can often cause the stain to spread around the rest of the pool, there is really only one way to get rid of algae stains.

A professional chlorine wash will take care of any major buildup of algae on any surface in or around your pool. This chlorine wash is accomplished by totally draining the pool and applying a coat of chlorine chemical wash around the inside surfaces of the pool. After the chlorine coating has been applied, it can be rinsed off. Rinsing off the chlorine coating will remove any remaining algae stains, leaving your pool clean and sparkling, and ready to be refilled with more water.

Mineral Stains
Another common pool stain that requires more extensive cleaning is a mineral stain. For the most part, stains of this nature occur on dry surfaces around or near the pool, rather than inside the pool itself. These stains can be caused by a number of different materials such as rusty metals, chlorine buildups, and even dirt buildups that haven't been cleaned for an extended period. The best way to tackle any of these stains is to enlist the help of a professional to perform an acid wash.

Acid washes make use of corrosive chemicals that are designed to target specific stains without damaging the surface of the material being cleaned. They are ideal for washing stains off of white plaster in particular, and can usually get rid of a significant surface stain after just one wash.


To learn more about how you can get rid of any unsightly stains in your pool or spa with acid washing or chlorine rinsing from Pool Problems? Be sure to contact Doug today for a free estimate! 

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