{"id":5674,"date":"2025-07-11T13:54:16","date_gmt":"2025-07-11T11:54:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.grepool.com\/es\/?p=5674"},"modified":"2025-07-11T14:14:57","modified_gmt":"2025-07-11T12:14:57","slug":"mid-summer-essentials-for-pool-care","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.grepool.com\/en\/uncategorized\/mid-summer-essentials-for-pool-care\/","title":{"rendered":"Mid-Summer Essentials for Pool Care"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Key Products to Keep Your Pool Water Clean, Safe and Crystal Clear in July<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"180\" data-end=\"404\">In the middle of July, <strong data-start=\"203\" data-end=\"243\">products for summer pool maintenance<\/strong> are more essential than ever. With high temperatures and the swimming season at its peak, your pool water requires more care than at any other time of the year.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"406\" data-end=\"666\">In addition to the heat, constant use, sunscreen, sweat, and even airborne pollen directly impact water quality. That\u2019s why it\u2019s so important to reinforce maintenance and use the right products to keep your pool in perfect condition for the rest of the summer.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"777\">Below, we\u2019ll show you the <strong>must-have mid-season<\/strong> products to continue enjoying clean, balanced, and safe water.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>pH Control: The First Step to Healthy Water<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Keeping the pH between <strong>7.2 and 7.6<\/strong> is key to a well-balanced pool. The correct level prevents eye and skin irritation, protects materials, and ensures chlorine works effectively.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0Test weekly using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.grepool.com\/en\/water-measure\/test-kits\/6-in-1-test-strips\">test strips<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Adjust with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grepool.com\/en\/chemical\/ph-control\/ph-reduce-granulated-5-kg\">pH reducer<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.grepool.com\/en\/chemical\/ph-control\/ph-increase-granulated-5-kg\">increaser<\/a><\/strong> as needed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-5699 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.grepool.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Dosage-150-g-per-10-m\u00b3-of-water-to-raise-the-pH-by-0.2-units.-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"345\" height=\"345\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>When pH is unbalanced, you may notice:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Eye and skin irritation<\/li>\n<li>Reduced disinfectant effectiveness<\/li>\n<li>Corrosion of metal components<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Slow-Release Chlorine: Continuous Disinfection<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>To keep your water free from bacteria and germs, <strong>continuous chlorination with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.grepool.com\/en\/chemical\/chlorine\/slow-chlorine-250g-5kg\">slow chlorine<\/a><\/strong> is essential. This treatment releases chlorine gradually, maintaining a steady level without sudden spikes.<\/p>\n<p>Tip:\u00a0Ensure <strong>free chlorine<\/strong> levels remain between <strong>0.5 and 2 mg\/l<\/strong> and circulate the water daily.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Algaecide: Your Best Defence Against Green Water<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Sun, heat, and poor circulation encourage algae growth\u2014but it\u2019s easy to prevent.<\/p>\n<p>Apply a<strong> preventative<a href=\"https:\/\/www.grepool.com\/en\/chemical\/anti-algae\/liquid-5-liters-1\"> algaecide<\/a><\/strong> once a week:<br \/>\n50 ml per 10 m\u00b3 of water.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t wait for the water to turn cloudy. Prevention is not only more effective but also more economical than corrective treatments.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Flocculant: For Ultra-Clear Water<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Although your filter does most of the work, some particles are too fine to be captured. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.grepool.com\/en\/chemical\/flocculant\/floculant-cartridges-125-gr\"><strong>Flocculant cartridges<\/strong><\/a> help clump these particles together so they can be filtered out.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-5702 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.grepool.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Dosage-150-g-per-10-m\u00b3-of-water-to-raise-the-pH-by-0.2-units.-2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"451\" height=\"451\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Recommendation:<br \/>\nPlace <strong>1 cartridge per 50 m\u00b3 of water<\/strong> directly in the <strong>skimmer basket<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Leaf Net: Simple but Effective<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Not all maintenance requires high-tech tools. Leaves, insects, and floating debris should be removed regularly. A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.grepool.com\/en\/cleaning-material\/leaf-net\/leaf-catcher-surface-handle-1-2m\">surface leaf net<\/a>\u00a0is a simple yet highly effective tool for keeping your water clean day after day.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Robotic Pool Cleaner: Effortless Cleaning, Total Freedom<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Mid-season, the pool floor tends to accumulate more dirt due to heavy use. Automating this task is a smart move if you want to save time and effort.<\/p>\n<p>The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.grepool.com\/en\/electric-cleaners\/robots\/wet-runner-xpert\"><strong>Wet Runner Expert<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0is the perfect choice if you want to forget about manual cleaning. Just press a button and let it do the rest.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Compatible with all pool types<\/li>\n<li>Works on flat floors or slopes up to 15%<\/li>\n<li>Includes ultra-fine filtration and an extra cartridge<\/li>\n<li>Up to 120 minutes of autonomy with a 13,000 mAh battery<\/li>\n<li>3 L filtration capacity and 6 m\u00b3\/h suction power<\/li>\n<li>Ideal for pools up to 12 \u00d7 5 m<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Thanks to its lightweight, cordless design and easy retrieval hook, it\u2019s the ideal ally for keeping your pool floor spotless with zero hassle.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-5704 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.grepool.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/6_RBR120_EN.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"506\" height=\"337\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Summer Cover: The Overlooked Essential<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Even in summer, when pool use is frequent, covering your pool when not in use offers major benefits:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Reduces evaporation<\/li>\n<li>Helps retain water temperature<\/li>\n<li>Minimises debris entering the pool<\/li>\n<li>Saves on maintenance products<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you\u2019re not yet using a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.grepool.com\/en\/isothermic-covers\">summer cover<\/a>, it could be a very worthwhile investment to boost your pool care efficiency for the rest of the season.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Enjoy Your Pool\u2014Don\u2019t Worry About It<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Midway through summer, your pool water needs your attention to keep delivering comfort and fun without setbacks. With these essential products and a simple routine, your pool will always be ready, safe, and sparkling.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.grepool.com\/en\">our website<\/a> to find everything you need<\/strong> to enjoy the rest of the summer worry-free.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Key Products to Keep Your Pool Water Clean, Safe and Crystal Clear in July In the middle of July, products for summer pool maintenance are more essential than ever. With high temperatures and the swimming season at its peak, your pool water requires more care than at any other time of the year. 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