How to acid wash a pool

An Acid Wash is a mostly cosmetic procedure for a pool surface used to remove staining that is similar to skin exfoliation. Please read the full description below.

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In this video we walk you through the basic steps on the correct way to acid wash a swimming pool. Important points to remember:

-Make sure pumps, lights, and water features are all shut down
-Set your submersible pump at the lowest point in the pool and make sure you're not going to flood your's or your neighbor's home
-Follow all local laws regarding pool drains
-Take appropriate safety measures when working with hazardous chemicals.

Plaster pools are very heat sensitive so do your best to avoid draining when the temperatures will be above 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Pebble finish pools can tolerate higher temps. In almost all cases your pool water will be safe to drain to your grass, trees, or plants but it's always good to get the advice of a trusted pool professional for your specific situation. This goes for the acidic water that you'll be pumping out during the acid wash itself. Once the acid wash is complete and you start to refill, turn your water leveler on as well as your hose or hoses. Once the water gets within a few inches of the set level, turn your hoses off and let the water leveler finish the job. Backwash your filter before restarting the pool.


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