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What do I need chemical wise, if I buy a new vinyl pool?

I am looking to buy a vinyl pool...about 12ft. by 3ft. my question is, what kinds of chemicals do i need to get and list them for me...explain it to me like I am 3yrs old please. Thank you!

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  • 2 decades ago
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    Some people get tons of stuff like water softeners, balancers and other things to complicated for a 3 year old. I just use chlorine and ph up and down. Get a test kit and follow the directions. Add Chlorine either poweder or tablets to get that right. Then add ph up or down to get that right. If the ph is right then the chlorine will dissipate rapidly which means it is free chlorine which is what kills the green stuff. Email me if you want a more basic explination.

    Source(s): www.screaltorgreg.com
  • Anonymous
    2 decades ago

    Pool chemistry is far too complicated to answer here. I suggest you consult the store from whom you buy the pool. Most of them will give you a "lesson" in pool care. If you are planning on buying a pool from one of the mega box stores then go to a reputable pool company with a water sample and they will set you up on a chemical program. A 3 year old CANNOT do it. So you may be in for a disappointment!

    Source(s): 35 years in the pool industry.
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    Lv 4
    4 years ago

    Vacuum in many situations, Clorine pills, (marvel it) is a popularity style cleanser that works in about one hour for smaller swimming pools. Your pool furnish shop would have algae remover. Be secure and experience!

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