Can this product be used in Salt water pools for lowering pH?
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I think you would be fine using this product with salt water pools that use the salt for chlorine generation. The product is mostly baking soda with water clarifier added in. The product does 3 things: increases pH, increases Alkalinity and adds clarifier to your pool water. I use this product with my outdoor pool which holds about 28,000 gallon and have been very happy with it. I add about 1 tablet of this per 4 tablets of 3 inch chlorine tablets that I put into my chlorinator. If you monitor your pool chemistry you could also periodically just add a tablet(s) when your pH and Alkalinity levels get low in your pool. You could also buy Arm & Hammer baking soda for Alkalinity adjustment with a separate pool water clarifier product and use them as directed to achieve the same end result.
1665673
The directions on the container say "use with your chlorine"... That being said, I don't know if they are compatible/useful in a saltwater system.
1649903
If you are using a salt water filter, you need no chemicals. The salt and filter create chlorine. All you put in the pool is the salt
1442880
Yes, it will work fine and also help with pH levels and reduce the amount of chemicals needed to maintain pool. Make sure to use an outdoor unit. (scalewatcher 5 star)Jay-Better Water Store.
2107176
I would not do that. Not sure how this stuff affects ph etc... Use aquarium specific materials.
136310
It can be used in salt water but does do a very good job of cleaning and a pain to get in and out of pool. Went back to Polaris within two months
372360
Not without some significant McGyvering. I would recommend you keep using the filters until a part fails or you see the salt water system or sand filter pump on sale somewhere. In the mean time, as long as you clean the pool before putting it away for the winter, the salt water system is much better than harmful chemicals...
2236241
No, it can't be used for salt water. Desalination is a much more complicated process that can't be achieved in a device of this size or at this cost. You'd want to follow methods describe online (in an emergency situation) to get the salt content removed from the water first. Then use this product to drink with to remove the impurities.
2040953
YES! I have a salt water pool and it works great. Occasionally, you may want to rinse off any salt which accumulates on the top of the cover with a garden hose just to keep it looking new and clean.
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We have a large in-ground pool (35,000 gallons). I did a lot of research last year on this topic of alkalinity because it is difficult to maintain the proper balance in our pool. At the opening of the pool for the season we get the pool where it needs to be using stronger methods (shock, boxes of baking soda). Then we use these tablets and chlorine tablets for maintenance. We put them in the skimmer basket. The baking soda tablets dissolve more quickly than the chlorine tablets. I check the skimmer probably every two days and if they are dissolved I put two more in. This method keeps our pool balanced all summer. I don't understand why these aren't more readily available in stores. We have a large in-ground pool (35,000 gallons). I did a lot of research last year on this topic of alkalinity because it is difficult to maintain the proper balance in our pool. At the opening of the pool for the season we get the pool where it needs to be using stronger methods (shock, boxes of baking soda). Then we use these tablets and chlorine tablets for maintenance. We put them in the skimmer basket. The baking soda tablets dissolve more quickly than the chlorine tablets. I check the skimmer probably every two days and if they are dissolved I put two more in. This method keeps our... » Read More We have a large in-ground pool (35,000 gallons). I did a lot of research last year on this topic of alkalinity because it is difficult to maintain the proper balance in our pool. At the opening of the pool for the season we get the pool where it needs to be using stronger methods (shock, boxes of baking soda). Then we use these tablets and chlorine tablets for maintenance. We put them in the skimmer basket. The baking soda tablets dissolve more quickly than the chlorine tablets. I check the skimmer probably every two days and if they are dissolved I put two more in. This method keeps our pool balanced all summer. I don't understand why these aren't more readily available in stores. « Show Less
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I don't see why you couldn't use it for saltwater. Should work as it is inert. I'm not a saltie- expert though, mind you. There are some substrates out there that will buffer the water better for saltwater. Saltwater requires a higher pH and a higher GH/KH. Using an inert substrate won't hurt your fish or alter the chemistry of the water- but won't provide any buffering for pH swings etc. As fish "pee" and "life-happens" the pH of the water will change slightly between water changes. You will usually be better off for saltwater with a buffered substrate... but this wouldn't be bad.
2181506
I'm not sure, it tests chlorine, ph, and alkalinity. If that's all you need for a salt pool, the yes.
30025
it will raise the ph in pools making it more alkaline.. if your pool is acidic add some baking soda.. dont add too much or it will turn your pool cloudy and also it will clog your pool filter .. I added some once and added it to my skimmer but it didnt dissolve fast enough and went directly to my filter and clogged it up.. I put the whole box at once so add small amounts at a time! Shawn
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Have not read anything that said it was for one type of water or another. Considering how it works I do not see how it could harm your salt environment, but you may want to check with the company who makes these to be on the safe side.
1628634
It neutralizes chlorine and chloramines, it will not affect salinity. Salt your heart out ;)
1177355
I do not think so. I think there is a product called Biospira that is the saltwater equivalent. Not 100% sure though. I would do further research.
1613749
No. Use "stabilizer". Be sure because you will have to partial drain your pool to dilute if you overshoot. In the Swim sells it. Amazon carries many of their products. Or go to intheswim.com.