{"id":890,"date":"2020-11-15T07:55:00","date_gmt":"2020-11-15T07:55:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquaticglee.com\/?p=890"},"modified":"2023-07-27T03:46:58","modified_gmt":"2023-07-27T03:46:58","slug":"get-dirt-out-of-pool-without-vacuum","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aquaticglee.com\/get-dirt-out-of-pool-without-vacuum\/","title":{"rendered":"How to get Dirt out of Pool without Vacuum"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Whether your pool is inground or above the ground, cleaning it is basically the same for either. Both will require a filter pump every once and again and vacuuming if there are other debris you need to get rid of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If, however, you have neither tool (or just one of them) and want to keep it clean, you can use the methods we discussed below. Depending on the type of dirt in your pool, you may use a leaf rake, tennis balls, pool filter system, brushes and others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We discuss which methods best apply to which types of dirt and how to use the chosen method for the best results. Keep in mind that you may need to use a combination of methods to get the right results for your pool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Pool Filter System: most Types of Dirt<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The most effective method for dealing with dirt and debris in the water is a pump filter system. It can be a sand filter or cartridge filter or other type. It takes care of both large and small particles including the ones invisible to the eye.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can make the cleaning more effective by loosening up the dirt from the walls using a brush or stirring up the water so that the dirt is captured properly from the water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. Cleaning using the Shock Method<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The shock method does a great job at cleaning and removing algae and debris from your swimming pool. Basically, it balances the level of free chlorine to kill algae and bacteria in the pool. For this one, you need the following items:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  • Calcium hypochlorite pool shock<\/li>
  • A bucket<\/li>
  • Eyewear<\/li>
  • Hand gloves<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Follow these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Step#1<\/strong>: In a bucket of water, add a pound of calcium hypochlorite and mix to uniformity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Step#2<\/strong>: Add to the pool at the areas most affected with algae or bacteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Step#3<\/strong>: Allow the pool to run for 12 hours (half a day) for the proper mixing of the shock with the water. The water should turn cloudy in this stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Step#4<\/strong>: After 12 hours, add a pool clarifier to remove the cloudiness from the water. You can also simply let the pool run for another full day to clear itself up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    What you’ll be doing is shocking the algae and bacteria by changing the pH levels of the water such that they microorganisms find it unconducive for their survival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    3. Tennis Balls: Oily Dirt<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Tennis balls tend to attract oily dirt floating and mixed with the water. This can be actual oil, lotions and other skin care products from swimmers and chemicals such as insect repellants used by swimmers or around the pool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    To use them, simply throw the balls into the pool and let them float around it freely. With time, they\u2019ll attract the oils and chemicals towards them. You can then remove them, gently clean up the balls, dry them up and toss them back into the pool or play tennis with them. You can also throw them away since they’re not that costly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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