FAQ

Q:How do I determine my pool’s capacity?

Q:How much time will be involved in caring for my swimming pool?

Q:How often should I test my pool water?

Q:Why should I test my pool water?

Q:What works better, granular chlorine or stick and tablet forms?

Q:Why does my chlorine need to be “stabilized”?

Q:What should I do about discolored water, surface problems, algae growth?

Q:Why should I “shock” my pool?

Q:My pool has a strong chlorine odor, is there too much chlorine in my pool?

Q:Why does my pool turn my blonde hair green?

Q:How do I close my pool for the winter and re-open in the summer?

Q: How do I determine my pool’s capacity?top of page
A: The capacity of your pool is used to determine the proper amount of Regal® chemicals you will need to add. Begin by calculating your pool’s average depth (average depth = shallow end depth + deep end depth / 2). Then determine your pool’s capacity by using the appropriate formula from the chart below. If you still have trouble calculating, visit your Regal dealer.
In order to figure out the correct amount of chemicals to add to your pool, first you have to know how much water your pool can hold. Begin by calculating your pool's depth, then you can determine capacity by using one of the formulas from this chart:

AVERAGE DEPTH = SHALLOW END DEPTH + DEEP END DEPTH / 2

RECTANGLE POOLS: length x width x average depth x 7.5 = *total gallons	ROUND POOLS: circular diameter x diameter x average depth x 5.9 = *total gallons
OVAL POOLS: full width x full length x average depth x 5.9 = *total gallons	SLOPING SIDES: if your pool has sloping sides, multiply the final figure by .85.

Q: How much time will be involved in caring for my swimming pool? top of page
A: Caring for a pool today is so simple. There are a number of convenient ways to automate your pool care steps – from testing to cleaning. And by using Regal’s superior line of swimming pool products for all your pool care needs, you’ll spend less time on pool maintenance and more time on pool fun.

Q: How often should I test my pool water? top of page
A: Testing your pool water two to three times each week is important to maintain adequate water balance and sanitizer levels.

Q: Why should I test my pool water? top of page
A: Frequent water testing is conducted to ensure swimmer comfort and prevent damage to your pool. When you test the water, you are looking at several ranges including pH, total alkalinity, calcium hardness, free chlorine, free bromine and metals (copper and iron). Consult the Water Analysis chart under the Regal Care Guide on this Web site or your Regal professional dealer for appropriate ranges and additional guidance.

Q: What works better, granular chlorine or stick and tablet forms? top of page
A: All Regal sanitizers will do the trick – it’s more a question of personal preference. The sticks and tablets are designed to slowly dissolve and are ideal for commercial pools or chlorinating over long periods of time.

Q: Why does my chlorine need to be “stabilized”?top of page
A: Chlorine in a pool breaks down easily when exposed to the ultraviolet light of the sun. The stabilizer works as a “sun shield” and prevents the chlorine from dissipating rapidly.

Q: What should I do about discolored water? Surface problems? Algae growth? top of page
A: Your Regal dealer is your best resource for water diagnosis and treatment advice. Use the dealer locater to find your nearest Regal professional. You can also consult the troubleshooting chart in our Regal Pool Care Guide – located on this Web site. The most common pool issues are listed here, along with a probable cause and solution.

Q: Why should I “shock” my pool? top of page
A: Swimmers and the environment contribute wastes to the pool water. To prevent problems such as algae, chlorine odor and cloudy water, these wastes must be eliminated on a regular basis. Periodic use of a Regal shock product ensures clean and clear pool water.

Q: My pool has a strong chlorine odor – is there too much chlorine in my pool?top of page
A: No – you don’t have enough “free chlorine” (sometimes called residual or available chlorine) in your pool. Free chlorine is the chlorine that is available to sanitize your water. Shocking your pool should eliminate the odor.

Q: Why does my pool turn my blonde hair green? top of page
A: Though chlorine and other elements often get the blame, it is the presence of copper in your pool water that turns blonde hair green. Regal's Metal Out will resolve the water issues. Your hair can be returned to normal with a little lemon juice or vinegar.

Q: How do I close my pool for the winter and re-open in the summer?top of page
A: Preparing your pool for the colder months is simple and fast, and it makes for a smooth restart in the spring. For details on closing your pool and re-opening it, as well as keeping it open during the winter months (for warmer climates), consult the Seasonal Guide in the Regal Pool Care Guide on this Web site. And, for area-specific guidance, contact your Regal professional.