Does Putting Copper In Pool Skimmers Work?
SwimmingPoolSteve.com is user-supported. In order to keep this resource about pools and spas available for free to all readers I earn commissions for purchases made through links on this page. For more information see the full disclaimer page. By using this website you are agreeing to the terms and conditions.
Using copper pipes and copper pipe fittings in pool skimmer baskets is a trick you see online about swimming pool care and easy DIY hacks to save money and make caring for your pool easier. Unfortunately there is almost no value in putting copper pipes into your skimmer baskets however there is just enough truth in the rumor to lend credence to the idea that this will actually help your pool. In reality it will not help your pool and potential can actually cause problems such as staining in the pool as well as the dreaded green hair situation which you might have heard can happen in pools...well, copper in pool water would be the exact cause for people coming out of the pool with their hair dyed green.
Copper is sometimes used in pool water care as copper is a natural algicide meaning in the right doses you could use copper to minimize algae growth in the water. However, copper treatments in pools are not intended to be a front line treatment process but instead used only when the pool has deteriorated to the point where major intervention is needed. If the water had ben cared for properly then no external algicide would be needed, copper or otherwise. Using a copper based algicide at this point may be the lesser of two evils but this still is entirely different than copper in the form of pipe or pipe fittings in the strainer baskets. Watch the attached video to learn more about why copper pipes in your pool skimmer is not going to get the results you are hoping for. You can also read this article about copper pipes in pool skimmers for more information.
Top content from www.SwimmingPoolSteve.com
Pool and spa chemistry crash course
New pool owner guide
The Swimming Pool Steve blog
Have a question - ask Steve
Swimming Pool Steve is an award winning, second generation swimming pool specialist from Ontario Canada and one of the most trusted voices in the swimming pool industry. With over 20,000,000 views on the Swimming Pool Steve YouTube Channel, winner of the Pleatco Pool & Spa Industry Leadership award and author of hundreds of pool and spa articles both online and in print. Steve is committed to helping pool and spa owners as well as pool and spa industry workers learn more about the technical side of building, renovating, repairing and maintaining all types of swimming pools and spas. Follow Swimming Pool Steve on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
Endorsed Brands From Swimming Pool Steve
The following links and products are to affiliates of the Swimming Pool Steve website. These are brands, products and services hand selected by Steve for endorsement. Please note that these endorsements can include monetary compensation, affiliate links and referral fees to Swimming Pool Steve, however there is zero additional cost to you should you use one of these products or services. Income generated from these links helps to keep this pool and spa resource available for everyone. To have your product or service considered for listing here as an endorsed brand email SwimmingPoolSteve@gmail.com.
Amazon Disclosure Statement - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
www.PoolPartsToGo.com
New Black + Decker variable speed pumps are available online from www.PoolPartsToGo.com and they are a drop in replacement for many popular pump models including Pentair Superflo and Hayward Super Pumps. With an adjustable platform base, union connections included and a very strong warranty these pumps offer an impressive value to pool owners.
- Swimming Pool Steve
www.PoolSuppliesCanada.ca
When it comes to ordering pool and spa supplies online in Canada www.PoolSuppliesCanada.ca is by far the best option. They carry everything from chemicals to replacement pumps to entire pool kits, with free shipping options and more "in stock" items than any other Canadian online retailer.
- Swimming Pool Steve