Hydrochloric Acid vs Muriatic Acid: What’s the Difference

You’ve probably seen both hydrochloric acid and muriatic acid on pool maintenance labels or in cleaning products, and while they seem like they could be two different substances, they are actually very closely related. Understanding the difference between the two can help you use them more effectively, whether you’re balancing pool chemistry, cleaning surfaces, or … Read more

Free Chlorine vs Total Chlorine vs Combined Chlorine: What You Need to Know

If you own a pool, especially a chlorinated one, you’ve likely heard about chlorine levels, but you may not fully understand the differences between free chlorine, total chlorine, and combined chlorine. Trust me, I’ve been there—wondering how these terms fit into the puzzle of maintaining crystal-clear pool water. Each of these types of chlorine plays … Read more