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Yes. It will also heat the pool quickly. A thermometer may be needed to let you know when to
remove the cover and cool the water-- otherwise the warm water will grow algae quickly when the cover is left off.
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Can a solor pool cover cause green water?
I am not sure why this has not been answered. The most common reason for the green is algae growth. If you put on a solar cover and ignore pool maintenance, then the algae will grow as the water heats and when you remove the cover, the pool will be green
Why does your pool smell of algae?
cause of the algae in your pool! c.s.
Can a pool get orange algae?
Yes, a pool can get orange algae.
If you leave your solar cover on day and night will you have algae problems?
Clarification needed. Are you talking about a swimming pool?
Should you cover a green pool while waiting for the new filter parts to arrive or will that make it worse?
Cover it, the sunlight feeds the Algae.
Can algae grow under a solid pool cover even in hot weather?
Yes, even in a covered pool and especially in warm weather. Limiting the sunlight does slow it down. The pool water contains dissolved carbon dioxide and dissolved nutrients that the algae use to grow.
Is there less algae growth with a blue solar blanket over a clear solar blanket?
The color of the blanket is not rellevant. However, algae multiplies much faster in warm water and gas trapped under a solar cover can be converted into algae food. The cover should be removed during peak heating hours and put back on afterwards. Pool water gets hot without the cover all on its own. The cover is to prevent heat loss more than to multiply heat gain. We see many more pools with algae if covered all the time rather than those where the cover is removed often. Pool & Spa The colour of a blanket can make all the difference... there is a swimming pool cover called EnergyGuard. It has been proven to stop algae growth, as well as saving time, money, water and energy usage. The product is unique with its dark blue top surface and a black underside. This means that the cover absorbs the sun's heat while blocking the sunlight from entering the water, therefore stopping photosynthesis and algae growth. A UK test lasting two months established that a pool with an EnergyGuard cover remained clear of algae without chemical treatment. In a winter test from October 2008 to April 2009, a UK pool was covered with an EnergyGuard cover and a woven mesh debris cover. No winter pool chemicals were used. The water was clear of algae after the 6 month winter period. Hope that is useful Thanks Emma
Does keeping a solar cover on the pool cause algae. I am in a shaded area and like to keep the pool cover on to keep in the heat. My pool keeps turning green and I want to know if is is the cover?
Algae is caused by sunlight and bacteria. The solar cover helps keep the chlorine in during the day under direct sun if in place; the green is probably due to bacteria rather than the the cover holding heat; scrub pool bottom and sides, add chlorine shock at 1 lb per 10000 gallons and run filter for 24 hours.
What do you do if your pool has green algae and black algae spots?
If it is genuine 'black algae' it is very difficult to remove without emptying the pool and gouging the black algae out of the pool surface. Other algae can be removed by shocking the pool, filtering continuously and brushing walls while maintaining a good sanitizer level.
In winter the pool is covered except when the pool people come to service the pool what causes the pool to get algae?
well when you leave your pool covered for the winter, you are unable to put chlorine into it. Chlorine prevents algae so to answer your question, the lack of chlorine causes algae
How do you stop a pool from going green?
When a pool turns green, the cause is the build up of algae. To remove the algae, chemicals will need to be bought to restore the PH levels in the pool, killing the algae.
What is the best way to ground an above ground pool?
We purchased a pool cover from our local pool company. You probably should order one online because it might be cheaper. They don't last 10 years like they claim. The pool cover requires the inflatable pillows under it. The larger the pool, the harder it is to cover. Ours required a minimum of 4 people to put on and take off. The water that accumulates on top of the cover often develops algae. When removed, algae gets in the pool. It became far too much trouble. I live in the south so I simply try to keep the pool relatively clean during the winther months. I don't even run the pump between Oct. and around March. The pool cover now covers our saltwater boat. Weigh the pros and cons. Hope this helps.
