Alkalinity: The Backbone of Balance

By Conor Otto | May 24, 2023
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Alkalinity: The Backbone of Balance Welcome to Water Care Wednesday! Today, we will be discussing the importance of maintaining proper alkalinity levels in your swimming pool or spa. Alkalinity is a crucial factor in water chemistry, as it helps to regulate pH levels and protect your pool or spa from damage. Alkalinity is measured in…

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Building Blocks of Balance

By Conor Otto | April 5, 2023
A close-up view of a water testing kit, showing measurements for chlorine, bromine, and pH levels.

Building Blocks Of Balance Welcome to Water Care Wednesdays! In today’s post, we’ll dive into the importance of balancing pH, alkalinity, calcium, and chlorine/bromine in pools and spas. pH: measures the water’s acidity or alkalinity, and it should be kept within a specific range of 7.4-7.6. A low pH level can damage pool surfaces, pumps,…

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