Think of this collection as the pharmacy for your pool. While sanitizers (like chlorine) kill bacteria, Balancers and Maintenance Chemicals manage the environment that allows your sanitizer to work. Without these, your water can become corrosive, cloudy, or aggressive, even if your chlorine levels are perfect.

This category covers two distinct needs: Prevention and Cure.

• Balancers (pH, Alkalinity, Calcium) are your daily vitamins; they keep the water neutral and comfortable for swimmers.
• Enhancers (Enzymes, Phosphate Removers, Clarifiers) are your supplements; they polish the water and remove food sources for algae.
• Problem Solvers (Algaecides, Stain & Scale) are your antibiotics; they are used to fight active outbreaks or prevent specific damage to your surfaces.

For a trouble-free pool, the rule is simple: Balance first, Sanitize second. If your pH is off, your expensive chlorine won't work. Start here to build the foundation of clear, safe water.

Q: Do I really need all these different chemicals?
A: Not all at once! You absolutely need Balancers (to manage pH and Alkalinity) as part of your weekly routine. Chemicals like Algaecides or Stain Removers are usually used "as needed" or as a weekly preventative dose to avoid problems later.

Q: What is the correct order to add these chemicals?
A: Always balance your water first. Adjust Alkalinity, then pH, then Calcium Hardness. Once the water is balanced, your sanitizer will work effectively. Specialty chemicals like Clarifiers or Phosphate Removers should generally be added last, after the basics are established.

Q: Can I just add these into the skimmer?
A: It depends on the label, but generally liquids are poured around the perimeter of the pool while the pump is running, and powders are often pre-dissolved or broadcast across the surface. Never mix chemicals directly together in a bucket or pour them into the skimmer simultaneously.

Q: How often should I use Enzyme treatments?
A: Enzymes are best used as a weekly maintenance product. They break down non-living organics (oils, lotions, pollen) that chlorine struggles to oxidize. Using them weekly prevents the "waterline ring" and keeps filters from getting clogged with grease.

Q: My water is cloudy. Should I use a Clarifier or a Flocculant?
A: A Clarifier is great for mild cloudiness; it clumps particles together so your filter can catch them (good for cartridge filters). If you can't see the bottom of the pool, you might need a heavier-duty solution, but start with checking your filtration and balance first.