Will Borax Kill Algae in a Pool?
Asked on Jun 14, 2023
Will Borax Kill Algae in a Pool?
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Zach Waxer
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I've been dealing with a persistent algae problem in my pool, and I've heard that using borax can be an effective solution. However, I want to make sure before I give it a try.
Can anyone confirm if borax has the potential to kill algae in a pool?
If it does work, I'd greatly appreciate some instructions on how to get rid of algae in my pool using borax. Any additional tips or precautions to take while using borax would also be valuable.
Thank you
Yes, it can be effective but you only add it once. Here's a link:
https://poolresearch.com/borax/
The answer is yes, you can use it, here is a link with pool size charts:
https://poolonomics.com/borax-in-pool/
It is safe and can be effective. Here's an article on when & how to use it:
This may sound silly but what about adding a piece of copper tubing to the basket - copper kills algae and I a saw someone do this somewhere.I also saw someone put Pennie’s in a birdbath for the same reason. Good luck.
Add about 20 ounces of borax for every 5,000 gallons of water in your pool. This amount will help increase the pH by approximately 0.5.
Hi Zach! Borax is a safe pool chemical that helps maintain the ideal pH level in your pool. It can also eliminate algae and bacteria, keeping your pool water clean and comfortable to swim in.
Hope this helps!
Borax acts as an effective pH buffer and helps prevent algae growth in swimming pools. Plus, it will leave your water looking sparkly and feeling soft.
In short, yes
No you need to shock it
Hi Zach: Yes, yes you can. You need to get a PH testing kit, borax, and safety gloves. Check the alkalinity this way: https://www.waterheaterhub.com/how-to-raise-pool-alkalinity-step-by-step/ then turn on the pool filter and water pump and let them run. Pour the borax into the skimmer, remember to put on your gloves!, then let the pump run for a maximum of 24 hours. The general guidelines are to add 20 ounces of borax for every 5,000 gallons of pool water. This ratio will roughly raise the water’s pH level by 0.5. After a day, check the alkalinity and if it's too low, add more borax as above. Don't add too much as it may harm the pool later on.
Good luck
thank you for the advice
According to this article, yes it can! https://poolonomics.com/borax-in-pool/