Pinto Pools

OXYSHOCK and SALT WATER POOLS

Salt Choline Generator’s (SCGs) are not effective oxidizers. Oxidizing Shock should be used once a week for all salt water pools. Oxyshock benefits: 1. Eliminates and removes contaminants that cause odor and irritation to bathers: URINE PERSPIRATION POLLEN DUST SUNSCREEN 2. Helps Create sparkling clear water and reduces SCG Maintenance & extends cell life 3. […]

AUTOMATIC POOL CLEANERS

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Most pool owners find that automatic pool cleaners are a handy tool for easy pool maintenance. With these energy efficient machines, you can reduce your time spent on brushing, vacuuming and skimming, and have more time enjoying your pool for just a fraction of the cost of a full pool service. Robotic: Robotic pool cleaners […]

OXYSHOCK and SALT WATER POOLS

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Salt Choline Generator’s (SCGs) are not effective at oxidation Oxidizing Shock should be used once a week for all salt water pools Oxyshock benefits: 1. Eliminates and removes contaminants that cause odor and irritation to bathers: URINE PERSPIRATION POLLEN DUST SUNSCREEN 2. Helps Create sparkling clear water and reduces SCG Maintenance & extends cell life […]

Pool Owners Guide to Water Care

A regular water care routine – correct sanitation, pool circulation and filter use – is the key to a sparkling pool. This section is intended to be a quick course in water care and chemical use and is not meant to be a comprehensive handbook in water chemistry and problem solving. If you have any […]

Can I use Household Laundry Bleach instead of Liquid Pool Shock?

FAQS about using Household BLEACH and BAKING SODA in Swimming Pools Can I use Household Laundry Bleach instead of Liquid Pool Shock? Liquid Pool shock is 12.5% sodium hypochlorite as compared to household bleach which is 3% sodium hypochlorite. Pool shock is 4 times stronger than regular household bleach. A 10,000 gallon pool will require […]

BORATE for ALGAE and SALT WATER POOLS

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BORATE for ALGAE and SALT WATER POOLS: USE for pH & Algae Control, and Corrosion inhibitor Buffers pH – keeps water balanced longer, less acid additions Inhibits corrosion and scale Rails, ladders last longer Softer feeling water on your skin Borate reacts with carbon dioxide – leaving less CO2 available for algae. It starves algae […]