Wednesdays with Bruiser SHOCK- Organic contaminants like ammonia or nitrogen build up in a pool over time. Massive amounts of such contaminants can interact with a pools chlorine to form chloramines, which give off that potent chlorine smell that many people associate with pools. To get rid of this harsh odor, its necessary to superchlorinate -- or shock -- pool water back to normal chlorine levels. While it may seem counterintuitive, adding a large amount of chlorine to a pool can make the undesired odor go away. Some pools should be shocked once a week, while others can go a significantly longer time. Follow manufacturers instructions before superchlorinating your pool to get the best results.
Posted on: Wed, 16 Apr 2014 15:25:37 +0000
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