Algae is the primary cause of green water in a swimming pool although some reasons are due to the setting in of winter, debris that got stuck and left unattended, holes in pool covers and many more.
They are primitive types of living organisms that occasionally infests all types of swimming pools especially in the summer or when the weather is hot.
They are like plants although without leaves, stems as well as roots, they produce food through photosynthesis and contain chlorophyll.
Algae farms on pools go unnoticed as they start from tiny spots and eventually grow and infest the pool surprisingly.
One of the most common reasons of algae infestation is due to a lack of proper and regular cleaning of the pool.
Cleaning your pool is necessary to prevent getting green pool water and debris from happening.
We have provided you with the most basic method on how to clear up and clean your pool to make it look presentable and enticing again.
How to clean your green water: 1.
Check your water and get a water test kit to analyze it and know its pH and alkalinity level.
This is done in order to balance the water as you would want to clear the water for the bottom to be visible as you can't use your vacuum cleaner when you don't have a clear vision of the debris at the bottom.
2.
Slowly pour some shock solution into your pool to clear the water in preparation for your vigorous clearing of dirt and debris.
Don't you ever cheap out on using shock products if you want to have a good result.
You can call it off as soon as you mixed the solution into the water as you need to let it stay there for a day or two.
Turn on your filtration system as this is a good idea for good water circulation so that the solution will mix properly into the water.
Clear and clean your filter when needed as it will collect dirt, debris and all types of sediments from the pool.
3.
When you are able to see the floor level, use your vacuum cleaner and attach it to the skimmer and start cleaning your pool all the way from the top to the bottom of it.
4.
Using a leaf net and skimmer net can also be a good alternative to using a pool vacuum cleaner although it requires a more daunting task.
The best thing about using a leaf net is that you can clear the debris even without having a clear vision on your pool floor.
5.
Brushing your pool wall and floor is also a good way of cleaning your green pool as it cuts down and removes slimy formation on your pool tiles.
Scrub it from the top to the bottom of the pool and do it vigorously.
6.
Set up your pool cover to protect the pool water from dirt and debris.
Maintain your pool water's healthy condition by regularly brushing and cleaning of your swimming pool.