How phosphates are food for algae, and how removing phosphates prevents algae from growing in your swimming pool
Phos-Free
Phosphates are pollutants…..
Phosphate became a household word in the 1970’s. This is when people started to use low-phosphate and phosphate-free laundry detergents. This was to protect lakes, streams, wetlands and other runoff areas from the detrimental effects of excess phosphate. One of these effects is unwanted algae blooms.
Phosphates Accumulate in Pools…..
What’s true for lakes is also true for swimming pools. Phosphate is a natural component of most swimmer wastes. It is also present in rain water. Phosphate is persistent and does not break down naturally. Fertilizers, which may blow into the pool, have high phosphate content. For all of these reasons, pools can quickly build up high phosphate levels.
When Phosphates are Present, Algae Grows…..
Phosphate is the main ingredient in fertilizer. Phosphate is plant food, and algae are plants. When excess phosphate is present in a swimming pool, the symptoms often include the following:
Remove the Phosphates and Solve the Problem……
The maximum level of phosphate in pool water should be 0.1 ppm. Once the phosphate climbs above this level, the water quality begins to decrease and slime deposits can begin. Fortunately, draining to eliminate the accumulated phosphate is no longer necessary. Natural Chemistry’s Phos-Free is a natural mineral compound which effectively and rapidly reduces the level of phosphate in the water. Phos-Free is a natural mineral product which is non-toxic. It is safe to store and use around children.
After great success with Phos-Free phosphate remover, Natural Chemistry has added Phos-Free to to their Pool Perfect Concentrate. However, it can still be added by itself, sold in 2 Liter units. Treats 120,000 gallons.