{"id":15236,"date":"2022-06-23T14:35:20","date_gmt":"2022-06-23T12:35:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.220triathlon.com\/?p=105264"},"modified":"2022-06-23T15:01:13","modified_gmt":"2022-06-23T13:01:13","slug":"the-best-pool-test-strips-for-clean-hygienic-water","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/220triathlon\/rss_feed\/the-best-pool-test-strips-for-clean-hygienic-water\/","title":{"rendered":"The best pool test strips for clean, hygienic water"},"content":{"rendered":"

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By Alice Tuffery\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Thursday, 23 June 2022 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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Monitoring chemical levels is an important part of pool maintenance as it\u2019ll help you make sure the water is safe to use. <\/strong>It\u2019s essential you get the chlorine, pH and alkaline levels right before going for a dip \u2013 although many pool test strips measure extra elements like bromine, salt and iron.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

While pool test strips are a quick, easy and inexpensive solution, you could use more costly liquid test kits for more accuracy, or choose a digital tool with an easy-to-read screen.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is the best way to test pool water?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Start by measuring the chemicals at least once a week \u2013 and be sure to take readings from both ends of the pool. You may want to test the water up to three times per week during spells of hot weather and after storms.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Most pool test strips give you results in seconds after you submerge them, and you can compare the coloured markings to the \u2018ideal\u2019 results provided on the bottle. Then, adjust the level of chemicals in the water accordingly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s worth keeping track of your test results in a log book or mobile app, as it\u2019ll help you get to grips with the chemical fluctuations and better predict future changes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n