Swimming pool calcium hardness must be managed to maintain balanced pool water. Recommended range for pools is between 200-400 ppm. Having the calcium hardness out of range can lead to problems with water quality and equipment damage. Calcium hardness should be tested regularly using test strips or reagents.
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LOW CALCIUM HARDNESS EFFECTS < 200ppm:
- Pitting of concrete pool surfaces
- Plaster etching
- Grout dissolving damage
- Concrete pool deck pitting
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HIGH CALCIUM HARDNESS EFFECTS > 400ppm:
- Cloudy water
- Scale build up causing rough surfaces
- Clogged filters and reduced circulation
- Reduced heater efficiency