Use your test results to\u00a0fine-tune your water chemistry.<\/strong><\/p>\nAdjust your:<\/p>\n
\n- pH<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Alkalinity<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Calcium Hardness<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Salt (if applicable), and <\/strong><\/li>\n
- Chlorine levels<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
according to the recommendations provided below.<\/p>\n<\/div>
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<\/span><\/div>3. Apply AquaPure UV Protector<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div>
![](\"https:\/\/daveywater.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/BG386201-Chlorine-UV-Protector-1kgMock-Up.png\" "\\"BG386201-Chlorine-UV-Protector-1kgMock-Up\\"")
<\/span><\/div>Once your water is perfectly balanced, it\u2019s time to\u00a0lock in the protection!<\/strong><\/p>\nRetest your pool to confirm ideal levels, then apply the recommended amount of\u00a0AquaPure UV Protector<\/strong>\u00a0to shield your chlorine from the harsh summer sun \u2014 helping it last longer and work more effectively.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Balancing your pool \u2013 what you need to know<\/h1><\/div>pH Levels: The ideal range is 7.2 to 7.6<\/strong><\/h1><\/div>\n- pH measures how acidic or basic (alkaline) the pool water is.<\/li>\n
- It affects swimmer comfort, chlorine effectiveness, and equipment lifespan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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![](\"https:\/\/daveywater.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/BG386522-pH-Up-2kg-Mock-Up.png\" "\\"BG386522-pH-Up-2kg-Mock-Up\\"")
<\/span><\/div>If pH is Low – b<\/strong>elow<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>7.2<\/div><\/div>
Water is\u00a0too acidic<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 can cause eye irritation, corrode metal fittings, and damage pool surfaces<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
How to fix:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>Add\u00a0AquaPure pH Up (Soda Ash)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>![](\"https:\/\/daveywater.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/BG386531-pH-Down-1kg-Mock-Up.png\" "\\"BG386531-pH-Down-1kg-Mock-Up\\"")
<\/span><\/div>If pH is High – above <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>7.6<\/div><\/div>
Water is\u00a0too basic<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 can cause scale buildup, cloudy water, and reduce chlorine effectiveness<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
How to fix:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>Add\u00a0AquaPure pH Down (Sodium Bisulphate)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Alkalinity Levels: The ideal range is 80 \u2013 150 ppm (parts per million)<\/strong><\/h1><\/div>\n- Total alkalinity acts as a buffer <\/strong>that stabilises pH and prevents sudden changes.<\/li>\n
- It helps maintain consistent water chemistry.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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![](\"https:\/\/daveywater.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/BG386502-Alkalinity-Increaser-2kg-Mock-Up.png\" "\\"BG386502-Alkalinity-Increaser-2kg-Mock-Up\\"")
<\/span><\/div>If Alkalinity is Low – below<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>80 ppm<\/div><\/div>
pH may fluctuate easily, causing instability<\/p>\n<\/div>
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How to fix:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>Add\u00a0AquaPure Alkalinity Increaser (Sodium Bicarbonate)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>![](\"https:\/\/daveywater.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/fill-the-water.png\" "\\"fill-the-water\\"")
<\/span><\/div>If Alkalinity is High\u00a0 – above <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>150 ppm<\/div><\/div>
Water is\u00a0too basic<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 can cause scale buildup, cloudy water, and reduce chlorine effectiveness<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
How to fix:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>In small portions,\u00a0drain and refill<\/strong>\u00a0with fresh water to dilute alkalinity level<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Calcium Hardness: The ideal range is 150 – 440 ppm (parts per million)<\/strong><\/h1><\/div>\n- Measures the amount of dissolved calcium in pool water.<\/li>\n
- Helps protect pool surfaces and equipment from corrosion or scaling.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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![](\"https:\/\/daveywater.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/BG386512-Hardness-Raiser-2kg-Mock-Up.png\" "\\"BG386512-Hardness-Raiser-2kg-Mock-Up\\"")
<\/span><\/div>If Calcium Hardness is Low\u00a0 – b<\/strong>elow<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>150 ppm<\/div><\/div>
Water is\u00a0too soft<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 can corrode metal fittings, etch plaster, and damage pool surfaces<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
How to fix:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>Add\u00a0AquaPure Hardness Raiser (Calcium Chloride)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/div>If Calcium Hardness is High – above <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>400\u00a0ppm<\/div><\/div>
Water is\u00a0too hard<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 can cause scale buildup on tiles, filters, and heating elements<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
How to fix:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>Partially\u00a0drain and refill<\/strong>\u00a0with fresh water to dilute hardness<\/p>\nRegularly monitor pH and alkalinity to minimise scaling<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Chlorine Levels: The ideal range is 1.0 \u2013 3.0 ppm (standard pool ) and 3.0 \u2013 5.0ppm (heavily used pools)<\/strong><\/h1><\/div>\n- Chlorine disinfects pool water, killing bacteria and controlling algae growth.<\/li>\n
- Essential for maintaining safe and sanitary swimming conditions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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