Clearwater CH0005 PH Plus Increaser for Swimming Pool and Spa Treatment

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A balanced pool has a pH level of between 7.4 and 7.6. Higher than 7.6 will cause the water to become too alkaline (basic), and a lower than 7.4 will turn it acidic. Remove the cover from Lay-Z-Spa to allow evaporation of the chlorine (keep the filter running constantly).

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In general terms, pH increaser is the name for any substance that can raise the pH level of an aqueous solution. When it comes to pH increaser for swimming pools, spas and hot tubs, two chemicals can do the job – sodium carbonate (otherwise known as soda ash) and sodium bicarbonate (better known as baking soda). While the latter does typically increase pH levels in pools to some degree, it’s much more effective for increasing total alkalinity. Hence, for specific pH increase jobs, sodium carbonate is the best substance available. Let the pool circulate the water for 6 hours before testing again. Adjust chemical levels if needed. Why Use Baking Soda In A Pool? It creates a breeding ground for algae. Couple the low amount of sanitizer in low pH water with a warm water temperature, and you’ll have a delightful algae bloom on your hands. Eradicating this green water problem can be a nightmare, as algae can get into the hot tub system as well. Draining the tub, scrubbing it thoroughly, and flushing out the system is your only hope at that point. If that happens, you’ll have to add muriatic acid to bring the pH level down. Adding Baking Soda To A Pool In The Swim's pH Increaser will help you raise your Total Alkalinity and pH levels with half the hassle. Made of sodium carbonate, or soda ash, in granular form, makes for easy addition of application to your pool's water. When pH gets low, your pool water becomes acidic causing irritation to swimmers and damages the pool and its equipment. Granular pH increaser can help by stabilizing the pool pH and ensuring that your pool is safe for its occupants. More importantly, maintaining a balanced pH by effectively administering In the Swim's Ph Increaser also ensures that your pool water is refreshing and enjoyable on even the hottest summer day. Managing Your pH LevelBaking soda (sodium bicarbonate) is also an alkaline substance, but with a lower pH level of 8 – commonly used to increase pH and total alkalinity. In fact, most pH Increaser products are just baking soda in a fancy bottle! To prevent low pH problems from occurring, keep an eye on the pH level of your pool and, whenever it drops below 7.2, simply add a pH increaser to raise the pH level into the 7.4-7.6 range. Your chlorine will be more stable, and other water balance parameters will too. It’s best to use In The Swim’s pH Increaser when you notice levels to start to drop and to prevent the harm of an acidic pool. Raising Total Alkalinity Other factors can be the water you’ve used to fill up the tub, or any chemicals you’ve added to the water. If the water source is acidic to begin with, your pH will test low, and acidic chemicals like chlorine and bromine can also drop the pH. Why Low pH Is Bad News Always pre-dissolve chemicals in a clean, plastic container in a well-ventilated area. When pre-dissolving chemicals always add chemicals to water and not vice versa. Always add the chemicals to the water. Allow sunlight exposure: Sunlight can help to break down and dissipate pool chemicals, which may contribute to a slight increase in pH over time. Make sure your pool gets adequate sunlight, but keep in mind that this method may not be sufficient to achieve significant changes in pH levels.

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Low pH (more acidic) levels in water can lead to damage to the pool or hot tub – notably the grouting or plaster as well as any metal objects. Skin irritation: The hot tub water becomes very acidic when the alkali levels are low. Anyone soaking in the tub will find this very irritating for their skin, nasal passages, and eyes. It could even lead to respiratory distress. In the event of spillage, clean up using clean receptacles and dispose of carefully. Do not add water to spilled materials. Do not use floor sweeping compounds to clean up spills. Sweep and scoop spilled material into clean, dedicated equipment. Chlorine is a sanitiser that controls and prevents bacteria growth and is essential for the hot tub water to be clean and safe to use. The recommended Free Chlorine* level in a hot tub is 3-5ppm (parts per million).Every attempt should be made to avoid mixing spilled material with other chemicals or debris when cleaning up. Do not attempt to reseal any contaminated drums. Do not transport wet or damp material. Muriatic acid is more commonly used due to its lower price. However, sodium bisulfate is a dry acid that is more safe for handling, as the former can cause major burns, and its fumes can induce respiratory distress if you’re not careful. Borax (sodium borate) is another powdery mineral that can be used to raise the pH level of your pool water. However, what it won’t do is affect the water’s alkalinity levels, which both soda ash and baking soda raise along with pH. Chlorine demand of water too high at start up, after holidays or due to excess contamination or neglect

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Baking soda’s pH level is 8.3, significantly lower than soda ash. This means you’ll have to use a lot more baking soda to raise the pH level, but the TA will be less affected.Start by testing the water (turn the jets off) using a testing kit. You can use test strips, a liquid test kit, or digital testing meter. These will all test for pH and TA levels. Take note of the pH level of the water. Where TA is concerned, you need to keep it between 80 and 120 ppm. Its role is that of a buffer, protecting the pH from fluctuating all over the place. Without the proper TA level, the pH can erratically drop or peak, testing acidic one minute and alkaline the next.