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The Panthers Pool Tips

We put together this collection of tips to help you keep your pool Tip-Top

More Pool Maintenance Myths Busted

Swimming pools can be as unique as their owners – each requiring different methods to keep them clean according to the type, size environment, features, etc. 

Following on from Four Pool Cleanliness and Health Myths Busted, we bust a few more myths regarding the maintenance of your swimming pool.

In ground or above ground - which pool should you choose?

If you are considering getting a swimming pool, there are some choices you need to make.

One of which is the type of pool you get - do you go above ground or have one put in the ground?   Which one you choose depends on what you want to use the pool for and, of course, your budget.

Four Pool Cleanliness and Health Myths Busted

Stories about the smell of chlorine, what causes red eyes and a urine detection dye - busted!

Use and handling of pool chemicals

The water in your swimming pool water needs chemicals added to keep it healthy, and these chemicals need to be used in the right way.

Here are some tips for use and handling of pool chemicals...

Water Chemistry

Here are all the water test values and ranges you need to know to help ensure the water in your pool stays in tip top condition.

My Filter

It’s time to stop staring at your sand filter in confusion (it’s the really big round plastic thing in your pump shed). Here’s what each handle position on the filter actually does:

Backwashing

If we had a dollar for every different way customers have told us how they backwash their filter, we’d be way too rich. Incorrect backwashing can have a very negative effect on your pool, so here’s how it should actually be done:

Clarity

What is clear when it comes to a pool? Your “clear” might look cloudy to me, or vice versa. Ideally, you should be able to see a coin on the bottom in the deepest part of the pool.

Here are some tips to help keep your pool crystal clear:

Water Level

Many pool owners aren’t entirely sure where the water level should be and why.

Circulation

This is one of the ‘Big Boys’ of looking after a pool. If you don’t have good circulation all sorts of problems can rear their head.

Algae

The big ‘scare’ factor for pool owners and it is not always related to a lack of chlorine. Here are some simple tips for keeping the green monster at bay:

Debris

A build up of debris (Leaves, Dust, Dirt etc) in your pool can have a negative effect on your pool for a number of reasons.