Hi Michelle;
+ You'll need a Taylor K-2006 to start with. (see testkit info page linked in my signature)
+ And, I'll need details about your pump / filter make / model.
+ Finally, I need to know how important it is to you to avoid blue-green stains. (If you don't care, it's easier).
Meanwhile, get a cheap OTO / phenol red kit and start testing pH and chlorine with it. Keep chlorine levels in the 0.5 - 2 ppm range. Keep the pH in the 7.0 - 7.4 range - use muriatic acid (see link in sig) as needed. If you need to raise the pH, use borax, NOT pH UP or other soda ash based products.

Reply With Quote
Bookmarks