Is the process different?GUSGUS - We use to sell pools that held a chlorine tablet at the end to scrub algae on the bottom floor, but they were ineffective. Step 2: Brush all the black spots with a wire algae brush (use a nylon brush for vinyl, fiberglass or painted pools). This one is the most frustrating to get rid of because it takes root in cracks and crevices, making it difficult to remove. My luck.
I know I brush 3 times per day during treatment..The goat - Yes, you can use a steel brush on a pebble tec surface. SCRUB WITH TABLETS - Break a chlorine tablet in half and scrub the edge of the tablet over the black algae spots.
"The name black spot is given to this particular kind of algae because of the dark spot on top of the growth, which is usually the only visible part; if you only remove this spot, the algae will grow back within a few days. "Black spot often looks dark green or blue, and tends to grow in the harder to reach spots in your pool," says Chris Fitzmaurice, Swimart Australasian manager.
Obtaining the correct chemical treatment for black spot algae is crucial, as other kinds of algaecide may not be as effective as those made especially for this type of growth.Ask a member of your local Swimart staff or carefully follow the instructions on the algae treatment to ensure all algae is removed properly. If you see black spots growing in your pool, it is a sign of the beginning of black algae and you will want to treat it immediately. You might see if you can find something like that on the internet. Pay special attention to the pool's corners and around fixtures like the pool ladder.
Also--what causes black algae? If so, it sounds like a case of 'black spot' algae infestation.Black spot is a particularly difficult algae to get rid of that typically takes up residence on the walls and floors of your pool. Any other suggestionsBill - Have you tried silver algaecide? Enter Your Suburb or Postcode so to show your nearest SwimartHas the warmer weather drawn you out into the backyard to prepare for summer, only to find some nasty looking black spots in your pool? I'm now panicked as I want to get rid of this as quickly as possible before it gets worse. For a pool with a darker finish, run the pump for 24 hours after adding the chemicals to prevent bleaching. Once these surfaces are infested with black algae, it will take time and persistence to eliminate it. BRUSH POOL - Continue to brush where the black spots were for two to three days while the chlorine level is still high from shocking. BRUSH POOL - Next you need to brush off the black spots vigorously with as stiff a brush as you can use. 45 It shows up as big black areas in the pool. NO search result match your criteria please try another word. If so, it sounds like a case of ‘black spot’ algae infestation. Brush the algae spots, then use half of chlorine tablet to rub chlorine directly into the algae spots before adding chemical. SHOCK POOL - Shock your pool with Sodium Dichlor using three times the normal dosage. You have to brush it to remove the hard heads of the algae to allow the chemicals to get below the surface.
"If you suspect you may have black spot forming in your pool, collect a water sample and bring it into your local Swimart store," says Chris. It can be considered similar to the black algae that grows on bathroom shower tiles, silicone seams near the bath, or the sides of the fish tank.Here are some ways you can prevent black spot from invading your pool this summer, plus some treatment options if it has already taken hold over the winter months. Like add all the chemicals in the same day at the same time or do I do one one day, and wait and do the rest the next? Thanks for the thorough instructions.
I have drained my pool had black last fall, never could get rid of it all.