What are the different kinds of pool shock?

There are three different types of pool shock treatment. All these pool shock treatments achieve the same goal, which is to keep your pool sanitized, but each one differs slightly from the other as far as its application method.

1. Calcium Hypochlorite Pool Shock

Calcium Hypochlorite, also known as Cal Hypo, is one of the most widely used pool shock treatments. Its popularity stems from its affordability, high concentration of chlorine, and its balanced pH. At the same time, Cal Hypo won’t add to your cyanuric acid levels but will add a small quantity of calcium. You can find it in buckets, bags, and liquid form, which can be added directly to the water.

2. Dichlor Pool Shock

Dichlor is often used in saltwater pools or pools that have a UV system or don’t require chlorine tablets. This type comes in granules and is one of the few pool shock treatments that last longer in the bright sun. It doesn’t have calcium which is one less worry if your water is already hard. If you apply this treatment monthly, you won’t have to add cyanuric acid.

3. Non-Chlorine Shock

Non-chlorine shock consists of 4.5% oxygen which obliterates bacteria and clears up chloramines, cloudy pool water, and ammonia. It comes in small, fine granules that dissolve readily without affecting your water’s pH. This type of pool shock treatment works just as well as chlorine when used for regular maintenance, except in the case of high bacterial levels and extreme algae. It doesn’t leave any residue or binders behind, which means a shorter wait time before diving in.

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