What causes green hair?

[jnorris]

Wow, thanks for all the info! What do people do if they use the copper algaecides? Do they then have to put something in the water to sequester the metals? And if you do that, do you stil run the risk of green hair? Again, all hypothetical, since I'm not having an algae problem. But my PB did tell me that he always recommends the copper algaecides to his clients. He says he recommends a "special" one that doesn't cause problems; I think he called it "chelated".

[waterbear]

Wow, thanks for all the info! What do people do if they use the copper algaecides? Do they then have to put something in the water to sequester the metals? And if you do that, do you stil run the risk of green hair? Again, all hypothetical, since I'm not having an algae problem. But my PB did tell me that he always recommends the copper algaecides to his clients. He says he recommends a "special" one that doesn't cause problems; I think he called it "chelated".

Chelated copper only stays chelated for so long then it begins to stain. Sequstering agents also chelate copper to keep it from staining and they need to be reapplied on a regular basis!
I would avoid copper....you DO NOT NEED IT!

[haze_1956]

The stuff we DO when we are young and foolish! I still have the tattoos and piercings.

Well that completely changed the way I picture you !!

You just went from the Nutty Professor to Sid Vicious.

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The difference is absolutely mind boggling, don't you think ?

Hmmm, on second thought, NEVER MIND !!

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[waterbear]

ROFL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I actually look somewhat repectable these days! (I'm in my 50's!) I have to...I work in a school with Deaf and blind kids! I did have hair to my waist just about 3 years ago. Before I moved from S. Fl. to the town I llve now I did computer work (yes, I'm a Geek also!) and how I looked was not an issue so I was able to have my long hair....I do miss it! No one ever asks me where the Harley is parked anymore.