Why Add Borates to Pool?

A good borate contains a chlorine stabilizer that prevents ultraviolet light from consuming the chemical. An extra benefit – borates not only makes the water healthy, but it also prevents swimmers from getting dry skin and red, itchy eyes.

Should I add borates to my pool?

Borates and algae growth Many chemical compounds can perform as buffers, but the two most effective and strongest are phosphates and borates. Phosphates work well, but as an essential nutrient for algal growth, it is not sensible to add it to pool water. Borates can be used as a complete replacement for alkalinity.

What does Borax do to pools?

Borax is tremendously effective at stabilizing alkalinity and acting as a pH buffer in swimming pools. ... While they do raise pH levels, they also raise the total alkalinity of the water. Increased alkalinity causes the pH level to fluctuate, which defeats the purpose of adding chemicals to stabilize the water.

Sophia Al-Mansoor

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