Pool pH Balancing

pH is a measure of how acidic or how alkaline your water is and pool pH balancing is important for a number of reasons. The ideal pH for pools is between 7.2 and 7.6, slightly higher than the midway neutral point on the scale. The scale runs from 0 to 14, with 0 being very acidic and 14 being very alkaline. A well balanced pH in your pool will enhance bather comfort protect your pool equipment from aggressive and corrosive water.  As well as corrosive water, a low pH can result in skin/eye irritation, staining, etching to surfaces.  A high pH can result in scale formation, filter calcification, cloudy water, reduced chlorine effectiveness and dry skin.