Pool Opening Chemical Kits

Whether you are planning to open or close your pool there are various chemicals that should be added to your water to ensure a balanced swimming pH as well as the cleanliness and safety of your pool. There is a wide range of start up kits for pool openings as well as winterizing kits and as such it can be a bit difficult to know exactly what you are looking for. Still, pool opening chemical kits are a very cost effective way to ensure that you have all the chemicals you will need to open your pool for the summer. Essentially, pool opening chemical kits will be made up of all the chemicals you need to ensure clean, algae free water at a balanced pH.
How to Buy Pool Opening Chemical Kits
Typically speaking, pool opening chemical kits will be sold according to the size of your pool. Most of these kits are clearly marked for the size of pool they are to be used for making it much easier to find the kit you need. There are both chlorine and non-chlorine based kits and the following are some guidelines as to what you should expect to find in your pool opening chemical kit.
There are five elements that any good pool opening chemical kit should contain. First of all, there should be some kind of shocking agent. Typically speaking, this is chlorine but there are many non-chlorine based shocking agents. Because chlorine can be an irritant many pool owners prefer a non-chlorine shock which is less irritating to eyes and skin and also will not bleach clothing. Essentially, a chlorine or non-chlorine shock is used to remove or kill unwanted organic elements that may be present in your pool.
Next, pool opening chemical kits should always contain some kind of metal remover which works like a clarifier by coagulating mineral deposits so they can be removed from the pool. Similarly, pool opening chemical kits need to have a good clarifier. Clarifiers succeed where filters fail by removing very small impurities that are not picked up in a filter. Usually, these impurities are the result of dead algae particles resulting from the use of an algaecide. These remaining particles are bound together by a clarifier so that they can be removed via your filter or vacuuming system.
Algaecides are also always included in pool opening chemical kits. During the winter season it is very common for algae to grow in your pool. Even if your pool is covered it is possible for algae to grow as algae actually require very little sunlight to flourish. Algae in your swimming can be pose a significant health risk to swimmers and as such needs to be removed before you begin swimming.
Finally, pool opening chemical kits will include test strips so that you can verify and maintain the pH and cleanliness of your pool water.
Pool Maintenance Tips
While pool opening chemical kits are an important aspect of maintaining your swimming pool, many pool owners will tell you that they’re tired of all the work they need to put into maintaining their pool. The whole reason to get a pool in the first place is for a bit of fun, rest, and relaxation. Luckily, there have been many developments and innovations in the world of water care meaning you can not only make the job of maintaining your pool easier but you can also extend the life of your pool. With a small investment in some newer pool products you’ll see your work load decrease drastically.
First of all, consider purchasing an automatic cleaner and some natural pool cleaners to keep the pool clean without the use of excess chemicals. Today, pool builders tend to take a proactive approach to pool maintenance meaning if your pool is new you are likely already seeing the benefits of advances in pool technology. If however you have an older pool there are still some steps you can take.
Regular water testing is one of the first steps you should take. Once you have balanced your pool water for summer opening you should regularly test the water to make sure no problems arise. It is much easier to take a preventative approach to water maintenance than to wait until water problems get out of hand. It is easy to test pool water with the disposable test strips that are usually included in a good pool opening chemical kit. Water maintenance is important not only for swimming safety but also to maintain different elements of the pool. For example, clean water is an absolute must in order to maintain your vinyl liner. Maintaining a proper chemical balance and pH helps to ensure that your filter, motors, and pumps run smoothly and efficiently for years to come.