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Pool Balancing Chemicals for Crystal Clear Water
Every pool owner dreams of having crystal-clear water all year round. Achieving this dream requires the right pool balancing chemicals to ensure the water remains clean, healthy, and inviting. At Doheny's, we offer a wide range of pool balancing chemicals from trusted brands like Natural Chemistry, Jack's Magic, and our own proprietary Doheny's formulas. These products are designed to help you maintain optimal water chemistry and ensure your pool stays safe and comfortable for family and friends.
Why Pool Water Balancing is Crucial for Pool Health
Proper pool balancing is not just about adding chemicals; it's about understanding and controlling the essential aspects of water chemistry. Two of the most important factors you need to manage are total alkalinity and pH levels. Getting these right will significantly improve the effectiveness of other pool chemicals, promote swimmer comfort, and prevent unwanted water issues like algae and cloudy water.
What Does Pool Balancing Involve?
- Alkalinity and pH levels are the foundation of any pool's water chemistry. Together, they stabilize the pool water, allowing chlorine and other sanitizers to work efficiently.
- Alkalinity helps buffer the water and prevents sudden pH shifts, protecting your pool surfaces and equipment from corrosion or scaling.
- pH levels need to be maintained between 7.2 and 7.6 to ensure a comfortable swimming experience while enhancing the effectiveness of your sanitizers.
Understanding Pool Alkalinity and Its Importance
Alkalinity is vital for maintaining pool water stability. Think of it as a protective buffer that prevents sudden pH shifts, which can lead to scaling or corrosion. The recommended range for pool alkalinity is typically between 80 and 120 parts per million (ppm). When balanced, alkalinity promotes better sanitizer performance, ensures clear water, and enhances swimmer comfort.
Shop Doheny's Alkalinity Increasers
- Doheny’s Alkalinity Up (5 lb)
- Doheny’s Alkalinity Up (10 lb)
- Doheny’s Alkalinity Up (50 lb)
- Doheny’s Alkalinity Up (100 lb)
Maintaining Optimal pH Levels for Pool Health
pH balance is a critical component of pool chemistry. It measures the water’s acidity or alkalinity, ranging from 0 to 14, with 7 being neutral. Your pool’s pH should ideally be between 7.2 and 7.6. If the pH level is too high or too low, it can cause skin and eye irritation, and decrease the efficiency of your sanitizers, leading to potentially unsafe swimming conditions.
If your pool's pH is off-balance, you can easily adjust it using the following Doheny products:
- Doheny’s pH Minus (to lower pH)
- Doheny’s pH Plus (to raise pH)
By balancing the pH, you ensure that your chlorine works optimally, keeping harmful bacteria and contaminants at bay.
Other Essential Pool Balancing Chemicals
At Doheny’s, we offer a comprehensive selection of pool chemicals to help you maintain a balanced and healthy swimming pool. Choose from the best brands, available in bulk to save you money, ensuring your pool stays in top condition year-round.
Natural Chemistry’s Instant Pool Water Conditioner
This less corrosive alternative to typical cyanuric acid helps your chlorine last up to 10 times longer by protecting it from sunlight, making it an essential part of pool balancing.
- Natural Chemistry Instant Pool Water Conditioner (1 Gallon)
- Natural Chemistry Instant Pool Water Conditioner (2 Gallons)
- Natural Chemistry Instant Pool Water Conditioner (4 Gallons)
Doheny’s Calcium Hardness Reducer
Quickly reduces calcium hardness levels to the optimal range of 200-400 ppm, preventing damage to your pool equipment and surfaces.
- Doheny’s Calcium Hardness Reducer (1 Quart)
- Doheny’s Calcium Hardness Reducer (4 Quarts)
- Doheny’s Calcium Hardness Reducer (12 Quarts)
Certol Acid Magic
An effective alternative to muriatic acid, Certol Acid Magic is safer to use, store, and ship. It’s ideal for salt cell cleaning and general pool maintenance, with 90% fewer fumes and added buffering agents for user safety.
- Certol Acid Magic (1 Quart)
- Certol Acid Magic (1 Gallon)
- Certol Acid Magic (4 Gallons)
Shop Now for Pool Balancing Chemicals
Doheny’s makes it easy and affordable to keep your pool water clear, safe, and properly balanced. Our wide selection of products is designed to meet the needs of all pool owners, whether you have a small above-ground pool or a large in-ground pool. If you have any questions about pool water chemistry or need assistance in choosing the right chemicals, our friendly, knowledgeable pool experts are here to help.
Contact Us Today
Call our team at 800-574-7665 or visit our website at doheny.com to learn more about pool balancing chemicals.
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