The 2016 Pool & Spa Show

Algae: The Ugly Truth (Room 412)

26 Jan 16
10:15 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: Technical

An in-depth look into the various types of algae and the common conditions they need to thrive in. Presenter will discuss how algaecides actually work, the real circumstances that lead to an algae bloom and the most common sources of algae.  Learn the best ways to rid a pool of a live bloom and how best to create an environment in the pool where algae cannot grow. 

Session Objectives:
- Proper algae identification (yellow, green, etc) and be able to identify the types to best treat and prevent
- Understand the various types of algae conditions so that a best treatment can be picked
- Clean up prevention, understand the factors that are necessary for algae growth it is very possible to create an environment in the pool where algae cannot grow