If you are concerned about cryptosporidium in your pool, you are not alone. Cryptosporidium, a microscopic parasite, is gaining the attention of pool owners in Australia, with outbreaks on the rise. Cryptosporidium is a leading cause of health issues like diarrhea, vomiting, and stomach cramps, with higher risks in children

An Australian summer is supposed to be easy. You sit outside, kids are in the pool, and food is on the grill. Then there is that noise. The pool pump. At first, you tune it out. After a while, you cannot. Most pool pumps make some sound. That part is

Australian summers are iconic, but they often bring the threat of bushfires. While we instinctively protect our homes and lungs, it is easy to overlook another backyard victim: your swimming pool. When smoke blankets the sky, you might wonder, How does bushfire smoke affect pool water quality? It is not

It is the peak of the Australian summer, and you are ready for a dip. You dip your test strip, and the results look perfect: pH is sitting at a comfortable 7.4, and your free chlorine is steady at 2.0 mg/L. Yet, when you look at the

At last! It’s been a long day of work, but it’s over now. Productive days like these are the best time to slip into your fibreglass pool afterwards and soak in the cool water. Especially when it’s been waiting for you, when the water is crystal clear

Knowing how much water your swimming pool holds is more important than most people realize. It determines chemical balance, heating needs, water replacement costs, and even how long it takes to circulate your pool properly. A pool volume calculator is the easiest way to get this number without second-guessing. In

Basic pool chemistry hasn’t changed. Chlorine still sanitizes, pH still needs to be balanced, and alkalinity still keeps pH swings in check. What has changed is how much some companies want to charge you for it. The truth? Many of the “specialty” pool chemicals lining store shelves are just

Maintaining a clean and safe pool is essential for Australian pool owners, especially with our warm climate and love for outdoor living.  A bromine pool sanitising system costs almost twice as much as chlorine. A 50-pound bucket of chlorine tablets costs around $150, while bromine tablets' cost can reach

Owning an in-ground pool should be a source of pride. Morning swims before the house wakes up, cannonballs from the kids, and a backyard that’s the best part of your summer. But the reality is, people are three times more likely to fix a problem than prevent one. That’

Gday, pool lovers. Have those annoying black freckles started popping up on the tiles again? If you keep seeing them and scrubbing till your arms ache, chances are black algae has moved in. Unlike the garden-variety green slime, this stuff digs in its heels, flattens its roots, and laughs at

If you have a pool, you may use a robotic pool vacuum to clean it. These smart cleaners move by themselves and pick up dirt from the water. They help your pool stay fresh and fun. But some people ask, "Can robotic pool vacuums cause wrinkles in pool liners?

Have you been noticing cloudy water in your swimming pool lately that just doesn’t seem to go away? Clear water is important for swimming and health, and when talking about clean water, clarifiers and flocculants come into play. But what is the difference between clarifiers and flocculants? That is