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Episode Synopsis
00:00 - Intro02:27 - Alkalinity buffers against reduction in pH05:27 - Where should my alkalinity be?08:33 - How much acid does it take to bring a pool from 8.0 pH to 7.4 pH?11:16 - What is Buffering Capacity?14:40 - Sodium Carbonate (Soda Ash) vs Sodium Bicarbonate (Baking Soda)19:03 - How to pH and Calcium interact?19:52 - Hot Starts or Zero Alkalinity Startups21:23 - Why testing your water is important24:59 - The Orenda LSI Calculator28:53 - How to run a low alkalinity poolArticles & Resources: What is AlkalinityCarbonate Alkalinity vs. Total Alkalinity What Causes a High ph in a Swimming Pool?What is the Ideal ph for Swimming Pools?Chlorine, ph and Cyanuric Acid RelationshipsConnect with Orenda Technologies:Read Our Blog PostsWatch Us on YouTubeFollow Us On FacebookFollow Us On InstagramContact Us
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