Green Algae In Pool Walls

Algae green streaks on the pool walls most likely are a result of algae.

Green algae in pool walls.

When your pool water is green or contains visible algae clumps your pool does not have enough chlorine. If you have green spots on your pool walls due to algae and hate brushing them because it doesn t work so well follow thi. This usually works within 1 3 days but can take up to a week if pool conditions are poor. Your pool water may be green too.

If a swimming pool is not well chlorinated it may develop three different colors of algae. Originally recorded may 20 2014. Vigorously brush the pool surface where algae has grown. How to remove green algae.

Green may appear dark blue yellow mustard and black. Apply a green algaecide and follow the label directions. All types of algae may cause a number of health hazards ranging from a slippery coating on skin and pool walls to a harmful bacteria growth in your pool. Use a pool water test kit to test and balance your water s chemical levels.

Apply a quality pool shock product and follow the label directions to boost any residual chlorine in your pool.