Pool ownership has proved to be tricky tricky business. Who knew there were so many different chemicals that go into a pool?! I literally (until about 5 days ago) thought you just put in chlorine and there ya go.....so very wrong I was.I now know how to do a water test, which requires using this chemistry looking kit. You have to test for chlorine levels, pH, and alkalinity (yep, that's right, I know stuff!!). So once you get your test results, then you have to determine if you need to add anything to the pool. Some of this we are still working out, but overall I think we got it!
This is what the pool looked like to start with, right after we took off the cover:
And now this is our beautiful specimen! This is the first day it was swim-able:
This is Alec hooking up the vacuum, which is one task I have not mastered. It just seems so complicated, you have to detach hoses and reconnect things.....we would probably end up with pool water in the basement if I did it.
First evening swimming in the pool! Brie liked it for the most part, it was maybe a little chilly for her but she didn't seem to mind.
We have already had some pool guests which has been fun! We hope to be able to use it all summer long and share it with our family and friends :) So, come on over whenever you are in the mood to take a little dip!
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Having a pool comes with responsibility and knowledge. Glad to know that you are learning the how-to's of owning one. If you haven't got any idea of the chemicals and correct water level, it could be a risk to whomever's going to use the pool.
Hettie Calhoun @Aquos Pools
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