Need a "BBB For Dummies" Tutorial

[CelticDaddio]

I tried the BBB method last year. For some reason, I just didn't suceed... algae problems, other stuff....

Is there, and if there isn't maybe someone could create it, a step-by-step guide to the BBB method? Something of a BBB Pool Method for Dummies.

I have read WaterMom's "Beginner's Guide to Pool Chemistry Needs" in the "Testing and Adjusting Pool Water Chemistry" section, but I am still a bit confused. If I can't get it right this time, my family is going to ban me from this forum because they are tired of water problems.

What I am not sure of are things such as:

What test kit to use? I know that Ben's come highly recommended, but it seems sales for the PS234 have been halted.

How do I know I am using my kit correctly? (I bought a kit a The Pool Place, and sometimes my test results vary wildly from the Pool store and my test strips, all three of which are different... who is right?

Once I get my numbers, what do I correct first? What is the order of adding B, B and B?

What is the daily maintenance required?

How can I get rid of the rust color stains on my steps, walls floor?

How would I clean the water line?

Do I still need to brush the sides floors etc?

Can I use BBB on my wife's Spa?

I would really appreaciate all the help anyone can give because I am now back to the process of taking a water sample to my local Leslies and buying what they tell me I need (Shudder).

One last question: Other than making my e-bill higher, is there a problem running my filter/pump 24/7? If I don't run it 24/7 I tend to forget to turn in on/off everyday.