Green Pool Water? How to Fix It in 48 Hours
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Green Pool Water? How to Fix It in 48 Hours

By Equipa ManutençãoPiscinas6 min read

Why Does Water Turn Green?

The green color in pool water is caused by microscopic algae that multiply rapidly when they find favorable conditions.

Action Plan: 48 Hours

Hour 0 - Diagnosis Test the water and identify pH, chlorine and alkalinity levels.

Hour 1 - Physical Cleaning Vacuum as much algae and debris as possible. Brush walls and bottom well.

Hour 2 - Shock Treatment Add shock chlorine (3x normal dose). Keep the pump running 24h.

Hour 24 - Evaluation Water should be clearing. If still green, repeat shock.

Hour 48 - Finalization Vacuum dead residue, backwash filter and balance pH.

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