Talking Pools Podcast

Shocking ways to ensure your pool doesn't need acid

July 30, 2021 Rudy & Andrea, Swimming Pool Season 1 Episode 11
Talking Pools Podcast
Shocking ways to ensure your pool doesn't need acid
Show Notes Transcript


The best way to make your acid supply last during a muriatic acid shortage is to set your pool up so that it doesn't need any in the first place. This means that we will have to find a way to keep that level in the acceptable range for as long as possible. This can be done quickly and without difficulty with a couple of products that are easy to find and super inexpensive. If you need acid to get your pH into range we have some alternatives there for you as well.

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I. Introduction
A. Importance of pH control in swimming pools
B. Risks associated with the use of muriatic acid
C. Need for alternatives to muriatic acid

II. Alternatives to Muriatic Acid for pH Control in Swimming Pools
A. Sodium Bisulfate
1. Chemical properties
2. Advantages
3. Disadvantages
B. Sodium Carbonate
1. Chemical properties
2. Advantages
3. Disadvantages
C. Sodium Bicarbonate
1. Chemical properties
2. Advantages
3. Disadvantages
D. Potassium Monopersulfate
1. Chemical properties
2. Advantages
3. Disadvantages
E. Trichloroisocyanuric Acid
1. Chemical properties
2. Advantages
3. Disadvantages

III. Factors to Consider When Choosing an Alternative to Muriatic Acid
A. Effectiveness
B. Cost
C. Availability
D. Ease of Use
E. Safety

IV. Conclusion
A. Summary of alternatives to muriatic acid
B. Importance of carefully considering factors when choosing an alternative
C. Final thoughts on pH control in swimming pools