Metals and Metal Staining: Part I-How Do I Prevent Them? Part II-How Do I Remove Them?
28 Jan 26
8:30 AM
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11:45 AM
Part I will explain the major sources of metal contaminants in pools and spas. It will also address the common causes of metal staining and the compatibility of various disinfection and oxidation methods with metal-ionizer systems. Methods to prevent metal stains on fiberglass, membrane, plaster, and pebble pool surfaces will be presented, with an emphasis on finding and correcting the source of metal contamination. Part II will use case studies to present the various methods to successfully remove metal stains from all pool surfaces. Common problems associated with surface remediation will be addressed along with useful troubleshooting techniques.