TFPC stands for Trouble Free Pool Care. The TFPC method of taking care of your pool focuses on using simple techniques that don’t cost too much and work reliably in nearly all situations. Using TFPC, you avoid putting anything in your water that you don’t need and which may cause problems.
One may also ask, how does the BBB method lower pH?
Considering this, does shock bring pH down?
Shocking your pool is important, but if you’re using cal-hypo (calcium hypochlorite), it can raise your pool’s pH levels. Don’t stop shocking your pool, but do test all your chemistry levels consistently, especially after shocking.
What is BBB pool?
But the BBB method was started by PoolSolutions and the term was coined by CarlD. It stands for Bleach, Baking Soda and Borax. The only other chemical you will need on a regular basis is Muriatic Acid which I will cover later in this article.
How much chlorine do you need to slam a pool?
The recommended Cya level in a pool for a successful SLAM is between 30ppm and 40ppm, higher than that you will have to spend more on chlorine to be able to clear algae or ammonia.
Does baking soda clear pool water?
The simple answer is No. Baking soda cannot be used to clear up a cloudy pool because it is a base. Bases raise PH levels, which causes the water to turn cloudy. Some people suggest using baking soda as a quick fix to high alkalinity levels, but it’s not reliable as a pool chemical.
How do you add shock to a pool?
When should I stop slamming my pool?
If you have algae, or the CC level is above 0.5, or the free chlorine (FC) level is zero, you should SLAM the pool.
- CC is 0.5 or lower;
- You pass an OCLT (ie overnight FC loss test shows a loss of 1.0 ppm or less);
- And the water is clear.
How long does the slam process take?
The length of a SLAM varies anywhere from a few days to a week or two. Some swamp pools could take longer. Duration also depends on an owners ability to “maintain” the proper FC level and brush, sweep, vacuum, backwash, etc.