Pool Advice
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Limescale & Deposits: Understanding, Preventing, and Removing Them
White marks on pool walls, rough surfaces, cloudy water, or crust forming around waterlines — these are common signs of limescale buildup. While often seen as just a cosmetic issue,... -
Burning Eyes & “Chlorine Smell”: What Your Pool or Spa Water Is Really Telling You
Burning eyes and a strong “chlorine smell” are often seen as signs of clean, well-treated water. In reality, they usually indicate the opposite. These symptoms are clear warnings that your... -
Freeze & Damage Prevention: How to Protect Your Pool and Spa in Cold Weather
Freezing temperatures can cause serious damage to pools and spas if proper precautions aren’t taken. When water freezes, it expands — putting pipes, equipment, and surfaces under extreme stress. The... -
MPS (Chlorine-Free Oxidant) vs. Chlorine Shock Treatment During Cold Periods
Maintaining a pool or spa during colder months brings its own challenges. Lower temperatures slow chemical reactions, reduce chlorine efficiency, and make water more likely to accumulate contaminants if not... -
Saltwater Pools 101: Electrolysis, Salinity, and Winterization
Saltwater pools have become increasingly popular — and for good reason. They offer a gentler swimming experience and simplify water maintenance. To make the most of your system, it’s important... -
Chloramines & Breakpoint: The ‘Chlorine’ Smell Is Not What You Think
Many pool and spa owners think that the strong “chlorine smell” means the water is well sanitized. In reality, it’s quite the opposite. That odor — and the eye or... -
Calcium Hardness & LSI in Cold Water: Prevent Corrosion and Limescale
When temperatures drop, pool and spa owners tend to focus on winterizing or maintaining proper chemical levels. Yet one crucial element often goes unnoticed: calcium hardness and its impact on... -
Total Alkalinity: the guardian of pH
When it comes to pool and spa water balance, pH often gets all the attention. But behind every stable pH lies a hidden hero — total alkalinity (TA). Acting as... -
How to maintain your smart water analyzer: recommendations for wintering and beyond
The EcO smart water analyzer is a valuable tool for keeping your pool or spa perfectly balanced. Like any device, it needs some basic care to ensure accurate readings and... -
Common Mistakes in Pool and Spa Maintenance (and How to Fix Them)
Maintaining a pool or spa might seem straightforward, but small mistakes can lead to big issues: cloudy water, algae, odors, or even equipment damage. The good news is that most... -
Back to School, Back to Pool: Make Pool Care Part of Your Routine with iopool
September often means getting back into routines: school, work, and busy schedules. But your pool or spa should also be part of this new rhythm. Even if swimming sessions are... -
Why EcO’s water analyzer size makes all the difference
When you think of a connected water analyzer for a pool or spa, you might picture a large, visible device floating in the middle of the water. But discretion is...
