Should you be using stabilized Chlorine in your pool everyday or is the Granular better?

Neither stabilized chlorine nor granular chlorine should be used every day in a pool. Chlorine, whether in stabilized or granular form, is a powerful chemical that can irritate skin and eyes, and can damage pool surfaces and equipment if used in excess.

The ideal chlorine level for a pool is between 1 and 3 parts per million (ppm). To maintain this level, it is recommended to shock the pool once a week with a chlorine shock treatment, and then add a chlorine tablet or stick to the pool every 3-5 days.

Stabilized chlorine, also known as cyanuric acid, is a chemical that helps to protect chlorine from the sun's UV rays, which can break down chlorine and make it less effective. Stabilized chlorine is typically used in outdoor pools, while granular chlorine is typically used in indoor pools.

The main difference between stabilized and granular chlorine is that stabilized chlorine does not need to be added as frequently as granular chlorine. However, stabilized chlorine can also build up in the pool water over time, and can cause problems such as cloudy water and scale formation.

For best results, it is recommended to use a combination of stabilized and granular chlorine in your pool. The stabilized chlorine will help to protect the chlorine from the sun, while the granular chlorine will help to keep the chlorine level in the pool at the ideal level.

It is also important to test the pool water regularly to ensure that the chlorine level is correct. If the chlorine level is too high, it can irritate skin and eyes, and can damage pool surfaces and equipment. If the chlorine level is too low, the pool can become contaminated with bacteria and algae.