What is flocculant, when to use it and how to flocculate a pool

En Ok Pool Reform within the pool water maintenance guide We want to give you information and details about how to flocculate a pool when the water is in bad condition.

What is Pool Flocculation?

First of all, it is worth mentioning that having a pool in perfect condition is a privilege that deserves to be taken care of.

What is pool flocculation?

Pool flocculationa is the process in which, through the application of the flocculating chemical product, we manage to eradicate the problem of cloudy water in the pool in the most severe cases.

What is a pool flocculant?

The pool flocculant is the chemical product used in the pool flocculation process described above, in which by using it we will be able to filter small particles in suspension that cloud the water.

On the other hand, emphasize that The problem of cloudy water in the pool is usually very common..

For this reason we have dedicated an entry to this cause in our Pool Maintenance Blog: Cloudy water in the pool.

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When to use flocculant in the pool

You really need to use the flocculant in the pool

Despite the great growing fame of pool flocculant due to its speed and simplicity of concept, We recommend that before using a product as aggressive as flocculating a pool, you try other ways to solve the problem.

Without going much further, in our blog post Cloudy water in the pool. you will really know when to use flocculant in the pool, and therefore what to do when the pool water is cloudy.

So, on our blog page cloudy water in the pool, you can understand the causes.

On our page, you will also discover the reasons why the pool water is cloudy and discover less drastic solutions than flocculating the pool.

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Checks prior to using pool flocculant

Previous steps so that you know when it is really necessary to use pool flocculant

Next, we present whats previous steps so that you know when it is really necessary to use pool flocculant:

1. Measure the pool values ​​and adjust them (the pool's pH level, alkalinity, chlorine...)
2. Remove surface dirt.
3. Remove dirt from the walls and bottom of the pool.
4. Check that the skimmers are not clogged.
5. Clean the pump filter, that is, thoroughly clean the pool filter.
6. Leave the pool filtration on for 24-48 hours straight to get the water moving, the disinfectant to work and the pool to be sanitized.
7. Consider increasing pool filtration hours
8. Proceed to perform shock chlorination.
9. Try clarifying cloudy water in the pool with pool clarifier.

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When to use flocculant in the pool

If all the previous steps and checks described have no effect, and therefore in the most severe cases of cloudy water in the pool, the pool must be flocculated.

Moreover, We recommend that if you have not previously performed pool flocculation, you contact a professional technician.

Ultimately, Flocculating pool water is a necessary process when there is a lot of dirt in the pool water. and there is the presence of tiny particles that threaten its transparency.

These particles are an indication that there is a lot of organic matter in the pool, as well as dust, rain mud, the presence of calcium and magnesium salts and the oxidation of manganese and iron salts.

Also, cloudy water indicates that there are many bacteria in the water. But, dirt is made up of debris so small that most filters cannot retain it.

Finally, comment that this chemical is also used to purify spas.

Health warning regarding pool flocculant: The high concentrations of aluminum sulfate it contains increase the risk of suffering from some diseases.

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How pool flocculant works

Next, we respond to what we have already mentioned in the section on How to flocculate a pool: How does flocculant for swimming pools work?

In the process of action of the flocculant for swimming pools, commonly called water flocculation, we will add the chemical product in one of its different formats to the pool.

Flocculant operation for swimming pools

• Actually, pool flocculant does not remove anything.
• Rather, it collects and agglutinates the smallest particles in the pool, causing this fine dust or dispersed sediment to concentrate.
• And in this way generating a collection of  locules (dirt formed by small flakes).
• Secondly, the flocs end up weighing more than the water, which is why they end up being decanted to the base of the pool.
• Then, as we have already said, once 24 hours have passed, the particles must be collected with a manual or automatic pool cleaner.
• The rest of the particles not collected will be trapped in the sand of the pool filter. Consequence that even though they are smaller than the rest, they will have become sticky and will remain stuck in the sand or glass of the pool filter.

How long does it take for the flocculant to take effect?

In response to how long it takes for the flocculant to take effect: Approximately it takes between 8 and 12 hours for the flocculant pool brings the particles to the floor of the pool.

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How to flocculate a pool

Steps to flocculate a pool

1. The first step to start the procedure on how to flocculate a pool should always be to check and adjust the values ​​(7.2 and 7.6 (pH), and between 0.5 and 1.5 gr/l (chlorine)).
2. Second, wash the pool filter.
3. Then, change the multifunction valve to the off position. recirculation and pump stopped.
4. Know the volume of water in the pool in cubic meters (m³) that has the pool.
5. We will apply the dosage amount of the flocculant according to the cubic meters of the pool and will depend on its format (you can see the specifications below).
6. Leave the pool purifier in operation for 24 hours so that dirt flocs can form and fall.
7. After 24 hours, change the multifunction valve to the filtration position.
8. Next, we connect the manual pool cleaner and vacuum while filling the pool with water with a hose.
9. The cleaning and particle collection process is done with gentle movements so as not to stir the water.
10. At the same time, we activate the pool purifier (the dirt will be trapped in the filter).
11. All this, checking while we are carrying out the removal of the rubbish and every so often that the manometer of the sand filter does not rise in pressure.
12. If we are cleaning and see that the pressure increases, we will wash the sand before continuing to vacuum (to prevent the filter from clogging).
13. Next, we wash the sand from the pool purifier.
14. We carry out a new 24-hour pool filtration cycle in progress to purify the water.
15. Check the condition of the sand in the pool filter: If it can be moved and is not sticky, perfect, but if not, change the sand due to poor conditions.
16. Finally, if the sand is in good condition, wash it last.

Video tutorial on flocculation process for swimming pools

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How much flocculant should be put in the pool

First of all, having a good pool flocculant will allow us to return the pool to crystal clear and clean water without delay and without risks to the health of bathers.

On the other hand, emphasize that if you have not previously carried out a pool flocculation process, it is a very good option to request the attention of a technician who is an expert in pool water maintenance.

Since the specialist will place the necessary and exact amount of flocculant according to the characteristics of the product and the needs of your pool.

And therefore, in summary form, depending on the pool flocculant format chosen, and in consideration of the volume of water in our pool, We will be able to know the indications about how much flocculant to put in the pool.

Warning before adding flocculant to the pool

• On one side, There are pool flocculant chemicals that are specifically for use depending on the type of pool filter we have installed..
• In return There are other flocculating products for more ambivalent pools., which are suitable for most pool filter systems.
• Likewise, Always check the label with the specifications and characteristics as a precaution. of the product before proceeding to flocculate the pool.
• At the same time, It is important to buy a pool flocculant with a guarantee of product quality, preferably a trusted brand..
• We cannot forget that it is a chemical product formula that if applied incorrectly can be very aggressive for our pool.
• Remember that the amount of flocculant will depend on the format thereof.
• And, we insist again, that It is always suggested to try other less offensive procedures and discard them before resorting to pool flocculation.
• (Check the previous procedures before flocculating the pool on our blog: Cloudy water in the pool).
• Finally, also highlight once again, that The first flocculation is recommended to be carried out by a specialist in pool maintenance.

Health warning regarding pool flocculant

Health warning regarding pool flocculant: The high concentrations of aluminum sulfate it contains increase the risk of suffering from some diseases.

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Formats of flocculants for swimming pools

Fortunately, there is a wide range of these pool flocculants in different formats, which solve water turbidity in the most austere cases.

So, again we express that depending on the format of flocculant for pools chosen, we will be able to know how much flocculant to put in the pool.

Flocculant in tablets or cartridges for swimming pools

Generic characteristics of flocculant in tablets or cartridges for swimming pools

• Certainly, flocculant in pool tablets or cartridges will improve the condition of the pool water.
• The action of the flocculant tablets is based on being a coagulant and will certainly eliminate suspended particles from the pool.
• Normally, with just one use of flocculant tablets we will notice a drastic change in the clarity of our pool.
• The use of flocculant in pool tablets is very simple to apply, it must be placed in the pool skimmer basket.
• Generally, flocculant tablets are usually the product that is compatible with all those pools that have a skimmer and filters loaded with sand or glass.

Flocculant in tablets price

Liquid or granular flocculant for swimming pools

How to use liquid flocculant for swimming pools

• As a guide, The amount of liquid flocculant for swimming pools will range between 125 and 750 cc per 50 m3 of water.
• In any case, the amount of liquid flocculant to pour into the pool will also change depending on: the use of the pool and the severity of the state of the cloudy water in the pool.
• Liquid flocculant for swimming pools It is dissolved in water and then added throughout the pool.
• If you have a diatom filter, you will not be able to use liquid flocculant for pools.

liquid flocculant price

Buy gel flocculant

Flocculant gel price

Cartridge flocculant for swimming pools with salt chlorinator