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The "AskAlanAQuestion.Com" website is a pool and spa archive and informational resource, that is useful, to consumers and dealers alike. Its content deals with real-life situations and goes well beyond the typical Pool or Spa Care Guide.  More than 1,800 archived questions and answers can be accessed through the "Pool Topics" Link or the "Spa Topics" Link." They are written in an objective, unbiased style and are based upon my expertise, education, knowledge and the life-experience of having owned pools and spas, in the very different locations of New York and Florida. It is always a work in progress and is frequently changed to reflect new products and technologies.  For biographical information, please click here:  About Alan.  The alphabetical "Table of Contents" can help you locate the information or products that you are trying to find out more about or to place an order.  Information and website links, for some of the leading Pool and Spa Products Manufacturers, can be accessed from the Home Page and the "Pool Topics" Link and/or the "Spa Topics" Link. Not sure about some terminology? The website's "Glossary" explains hundreds of the common terms, in simple, easy-to-follow language. More information. . . is just a click away!

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Water Testing Equipment for Pool and Spa Use
A complete line of testing products for homeowners and professionals.
ColorQ All-Digital Pool and Spa Testers  WaterLink SpinTouch PRO Labs PockeTesters for Salt, TDS. pH & more
ColorQ 2X Testers are Bluetooth and can be used with the FREE WaterLink Solutions HOME App. WaterLink SPIN Touch Lab #1749 PockeTester Kit, for salt TDS and temperature.
Choose from a variety of ColorQ digital, water analyzers. One will surely suit your needs. No color-matching or guessing.  There's a model, for every need, homeowner or professional. Waterproof and Bluetooth The 4 models of WaterLink SpinTouch labs are ultimate pool and spa water analyzers.  Add one 3-ml syringe, to a SPIN disk and in a minute, you'll have results. So fast! So easy! So Precise! PockeTesters are electronic, dip and read testers, that can perform a variety of important pool and spa water tests, including Salt, TDS, pH, ORP Temperature and Total Chlorine.
 
Individual Pool & Spa Specialty Test Kits Insta-Test Strips, for Pools and Spas LaMotte Replacement Test Supplies
Salt test kit - low to high range. Insta-Test Strips for Pools and Spas Replacement chemical and supplies for all LaMotte testing products.
Occasionally, water quality issues arise that require a more specialized test, such as, iron, manganese, copper, phosphate, nitrates, biguanide and biguanide shock. Insta-Test Strips for the most important pool or spa tests. Strips for Borates, Phosphates, Peroxide, MPS, Sodium Chloride, Nitrates, Iron, Copper, Biguanide & more. Factory-Fresh replacement test chemicals and supplies, for all LaMotte Testers, including all ColorQ models, all WaterLink SpinTouch, Specialty Kits & PockeTesters.
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Stain Removal and Mineral Treatment Products for Pools and Spas
A complete line of mineral treatments, stain prevention and removal products.
Non-Toxic, Metals Stain Remover  Removes Phosphates & Heavy Metals Stain Removal and Prevention Kit
MetalTrap Stain Remover Pool Refresh TotalTrap removes phosphates and metals. MetalTrap Stain Reversal Kit, for pools and spas
METALTRAP Stain Remover is 100% active, all-natural, non-toxic chemical that reduces iron and copper to a more soluble and less colored state. Contains no toxic oxalic acid. Safe for all surfaces. Unique 2-part system removes phosphates, iron, copper, manganese and silver.  Refreshes the water, when you don't have the option of draining.  POOL REFRESH can be the perfect solution.  Unlike other stain treatments on the market today, the METALTRAP Stain Reversal Kit, dissolves heavy metal stains.  The unique, POOL REFRESH product permanently removes heavy metals.
 
Metals Removing Filters - 3 Sizes Dual-Cartridge Filters - 3 sizes 1-Micron Pre-Filter, Pool & Spa Sizes
MetalTrap Fiters MetalTrap Dual-Cartridge Filter for pools and spa use. 1-Micron Pre-Filters.
 The METALTRAP utilizes a new filtration media, that reacts with metals, such as iron, copper and manganese and removes them from source, using a garden hose. If your source water contains sediments, this is the product to use.  One cartridge removes sediments & the other removes the dissolved metals, avoiding problems. These 1-micron pre-filters attach top the garden hose, used to add new water, removing sediments, contaminants and sulfur. Ideal with well water.
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Maintenance and Repair Products for Pool and Spa Use
The right products can solve many common problems.
Hybrid-Epoxy Pool and Spa Coating Structural Concrete Crack Repairs Automatic Filter Cartridge Cleaner
Ultra Poly One Coat, for pool and spas. Torque-Lock Staples make structural concrete crack repairs. Automatic Filter Cartridge Cleaners, for pools and spas.
Ultra Poly One is an easy-to-use product, that can be used to refinish plastered of fiberglass pool and spas.  Easy preparation and a 15-year warranty. When Torque Lock Staples are used with epoxy, you can rest assured that the structural, concrete crack has been properly repaired. Make a rock-solid repair. THE BLASTER™ rotates your swimming pool or spa filter cartridge, while PowerJets spray focused water to clean the filter pleats or ceramic spa filter.  Three Pool or Spa sizes.
 
The Pool Circulator Boosts Circulation Testing For Calcium Hardness Magnetic Water Conditioners
The Ciruclater replacement return jet fitting improves pool water circulation. ColorQ 2X Testers are Bluetooth and can be used with the FREE WaterLink Solutions HOME App. Magnetic Water Conditioner, for calcium hardness and scale issue.s
 The Circulator is an easy to install return-jet fitting, that dramatically improves circulation, by as much as 1500%, eliminating dead spots. For all pool types. Calcium Hardness can lead to scaling and cloudy water issues, if the levels gets too high.  A ColorQ 2X Tester is an easy way to test the calcium hardness level. A Magnetic Water Conditioner helps prevent and remove scale deposits, improves water quality. No electrical hookups needed. Strap around any pool or spa return line.
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Improving The Look of Your Pool
Don't settle for dull and boring!!!  Go for beautiful.
Hybrid-Epoxy Pool/Spa Coating Premium Pool Graphic Mosaic Mats Premium Pool Graphic Mosaic Mats
Ultra Poly One Coat Hybrid-Epoxy Pool and Spa Coating. Pool Graphic Mosaic Mat - Tropical Fish Drop-In Graphic Mosaic Pool Art Mats
Ultra Poly One Coat is the easy-to-apply, high-tech, hybrid-epoxy, coating that creates a beautiful new look, in plaster, gunite, marcite, fiberglass pools and spas.   Use a Premium Pool Graphics Mat to decorate your pool floor, without using any adhesives. The image appears to be tiled on your pool floor.  3 sizes and 9 designs Choose from 9 designs, in 3-sizes, or a 47" Custom Monogram.  Simply place in the pool and position, with a pool pole.  Suitable for use in Plastered, Fiberglass or Vinyl pools.
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Alternative Sanitizers for Pools, Spas, Swim Spas and Hot Tubs
Make sanitizing easier, more consistent and more effective.
Ultraviolet Sterilizer for all types of Pools Ultraviolet Sterilizers, for AG Pools Pool & Swim Spa Salt Chlorinator
Precision UV Sterilizers for all types of pools. NUVO UV Sterilizer, for above ground pools. Reliant Salt Chlorine Generators, for all types of pools, up to 40,000 gallons.
Ultraviolet Sterilizer kill virtually everything, passing through the cell, including microbes, that may have become resistant to normal levels of chlorine and other sanitizers. Ultraviolet sterilizers are extremely effective at killing microorganisms, that are resistant to normal levels of chlorine or bromine sanitizers. UV reduces chemical usage. Three (3) In-Line salt chlorine generators treat all types of pools, up to 40,000 gallons.  This is the easier and better way to chlorinate any residential pool.
 
Swim-Spa & Pool Salt Chlorinator Above Ground Salt Chlorine Generator Swim-Spa & Pool Salt Chlorinator
MegaChlor Salt Chlorine Generators, for Pools, Swim-Spa and Hot Tubs. Saltron Reliant Model AG - salt chlorine generator, for above ground pools. MegaChlor-CD salt chlorine generator, with Chlorine Detection Technology.
The MegaChlor models are simply Plug-n-Play ready, with and without available Auto Chlorine Detection Technology. For spas, swim-spas and pools, up to 17,000 gallons. Maintaining the chlorine level, of an above ground pool, has never been easier.  The Model AG will work with pools, up to 20,000 gallons. Better results and more convenient. The MegaChlor-CD Salt Chlorine Generator features automated chlorine detection technology. Never over chlorinate again.  Only produces chlorine, when it's needed.
 
SmarterSpa Salt Chlorine Generator Replacement Spa Salt Chlorinator Cell Drape-Over Spa Salt Chlorinator
SmarterSpa Salt Chlorine Generator, with Chlorine Detection Technology. Replacement spa salt chlorinator cell - ace ChlorMaker DO salt chlorine generator, for spas.
SmarterSpa is an Automated, Drape-Over Salt Chlorine Generator, for Spas and Swim Spas. It's SMART enough to know when to produce more chlorine and when to shut off. A replacement spa salt chlorinator cell for ace.  A direct replacement, for use in a popular line of spas, with built-in salt chlorine generators. Drape-Over Saltwater System Hot Tub and Spa Chlorine Generator. A simple press of a button, changes power level and chlorine output. A better way to do chlorine.
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Salt Testing for Salt Chlorine Generators

Salt Drop Count and Test Kit PockeTesters for Salt, TDS & Temp. Insta-Test PRO Salt Test Strips
Salt test kit - low to high range. #1749 PockeTester Kit, for salt TDS and temperature. Insta-Test PRO Sodium Chloride Test Strips.
If your pool or spa uses a salt chlorine generator, testing the salt level is very important, for proper operation.  This Sodium Chloride Test Kit is an easy-to-use drop count titration kit. PockeTesters are electronic, dip and read testers, that can perform a variety of important pool and spa water tests, including Salt, TDS, pH, ORP Temperature and Total Chlorine. This convenient Sodium Chloride (Salt) test strip is designed specifically for on-site use by service professionals. Measures salt from 1500, 2000, 2500, 3000. 3500, 4000 and 5000 ppm, in just 20 seconds..

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Pool Maintenance and Cleaning Made Easier
A pool surface skimmer keeps debris from sinking and helps maintain a cleaner pool.
The Pool Circulator Boosts Circulation Hybrid-Epoxy Pool and Spa Coating Magnetic Water Conditioners
The Circulator boosts pool water circulation. Ultra Poly One Coat Hybrid-Epoxy Coating. Magnetic Water Conditioner, for calcium hardness and scale issue.s
The Pool Circulator is an easy to install return-jet fitting, that will dramatically improve circulation, and help the filter remove silt and suspended solids. Ultra Poly One Coat is the easy-to-apply, high-tech, hybrid-epoxy, coating that creates a beautiful new look, that is easier to keep clean and less prone to stains. A Magnetic Water Conditioner can help you control scaling and other hard water problems.  Requires no power supply and installation is snap-on easy.
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Miscellaneous Products for Pools, Swim-Spas and Spas
The right product can make a world of difference.
ColorQ All-Digital Pool and Spa Testers Swim-Spa & Pool Salt Chlorinator Metals Removing Filters - 3 Sizes
ColorQ 2X Testers are Bluetooth and can be used with the FREE WaterLink Solutions HOME App. MegaChlor Salt Chlorine Generators, for Pools, Swim-Spa and Hot Tubs. MetalTrap Fiters
Choose from a variety of ColorQ digital, water analyzers. One will surely suit your needs. No color-matching or guessing.  There's a model, for every spa or pool need. The MegaChlor models are simply Plug-n-Play ready, with and without available Auto Chlorine Detection Technology. For spas, swim-spas and pools, up to 17,000 gallons.  The METALTRAP utilizes a new filtration media, that reacts with metals, such as iron, copper and manganese and removes them from source water, using a garden hose.
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Miscellaneous Spa, Swim Spa and Hot Tub Products
Products designed with the caring spa and hot tub user in mind.
SmarterSpa Salt Chlorine Generator Automatic Filter Cartridge Cleaner High Performance Hybrid-Epoxy Coating
SmarterSpa Salt Chlorine Generator, with Chlorine Detection Technology. Automatic Filter Cartridge Cleaners, for pools and spas. Ultra Poly One Coat, for pool and spas.
SmarterSpa is an Automated, Drape-Over Salt Chlorine Generator, for Spas and Swim Spas. It's SMART enough to know when to produce more chlorine and when to shut off. THE BLASTER™ rotates your swimming pool or spa filter cartridge, while PowerJets spray focused water to clean the filter pleats or ceramic spa filter.  Three Pool or Spa sizes. Ultra Poly One Coat is the easy-to-apply, hybrid-epoxy, coating that creates a beautiful new look. Use on plaster, gunite, marcite, fiberglass and acrylic spas.   
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