Ma Boutique Chimique

Green algae

What is it?

Common “green” algae are microscopic, aquatic plant-like organisms and can be free-floating or wall-clinging. Algae grows in salt or fresh water and thrives in temperatures above 30°C. In fact, it can “bloom” overnight. Algae spores constantly enter pool by rain, wind, animals, toys or swimsuits and left unchecked, can clog filters and create surface damage.

Solutions

How to kill green algae:

Use Erase® as it kills all types of swimming pool algae.

How to prevent algae growth in 5 steps:

Maintain a sanitizer residual of 1-3 ppm.
Do an initial and weekly application of a preventative algaecide with Banish®.
Use Smart Shock routinely to oxidize all contaminents.
Make sure there is adequate circulation and filtration.
Brushing surfaces is vital.