Product glossary
Glossary explanation
Learn about the world of pool and spa chemicals by discovering the main terms and categories. A little theory before getting down to business.
Swimming Pool
These products balance various parameters for enhanced bathing comfort and crystal-clear water. Includes pH+, pH-, total alkalinity, calcium hardness, stabilizer and muriatic acid.
PH+
Increases water pH to appropriate values. Fast, total-dissolving granules. This product has a pH of 11.4.
PH-
Decreases water pH to appropriate values. Quick-dissolving granules. Less dangerous to use than liquid acids. This product has a pH lower than 1.
ALKALINITY CONTROL
Increases total water alkalinity to appropriate values. Stabilizes water to prevent pH level fluctuations. Fast, total-dissolving powder. This product has a pH of 8.3 – 8.5.
CALCIUM HARDNESS (CALCIUM PLUS)
Increases the calcium hardness of water to the appropriate values. Fast, total-dissolving granules. This product has a pH of 8.5.
STABILIZER
White granulated stabilizer. Prolongs the life of chlorine in pool water by stabilizing the chlorine, protecting it from the sun’s destructive ultraviolet rays. Also known as cyanuric acid. This product has a pH of 4.
MURIATIC ACID
A liquid acid that reduces the total alkalinity of water to the appropriate values. Can also be used to clean concrete pools when diluted in water. This product has a pH of less than 1.
These products destroy bacteria and algae in pool water. Includes granulated chlorine, chlorine tablets, liquid chlorine and shock treatment.
GRANULATED CHLORINE 65
Calcium hypochlorite granules at 65% concentration. Economical source of non-stabilized chlorine. This product has a pH of 11.
3-INCH TABLETS
200 g stabilized, slow-dissolving chlorine tablets at 90% concentration. Economical source of stabilized chlorine. This product has a pH of 2.7 – 3.3.
LIQUID CHLORINE
Liquid chlorine at 12% concentration. Economical source of non-stabilized chlorine. This product has a pH of 11.5 – 13.
SHOCK TREATMENT
Unstabilized granulated chlorine concentrate, ideal for superchlorination, shock treatment and algae destruction. This product has a pH of 11.
These products prevent or eliminate algae in pool water. They include preventive algaecides of 5%, 10%, and 15% and destructive algaecides of 40% and 60%. Products are designed to address specific problems such as cloudy water, scale formation, chloramines, etc. They include clarifier, chlorine-free shock treatment, degreaser, scale and metal control, cleaners, and alum.
LIQUID CLARIFIER
A liquid clarifier made from crustacean shells. Removes suspended particles and restores water’s sparkle. This product has a pH of 7.
PRE-MEASURED STICK CLARIFIER
A super active clarifier in stick form. It is the most effective clarifier on the market. This product has a pH of 3.7.
CHLORINE-FREE SHOCK TREATMENT
A chlorine-free shock treatment. A powder that dissolves completely and quickly. Oxidizes contaminants and eliminates chloramines (combined chlorine). This product has a pH of 7.
DEGREASER
A concentrated degreaser for pools. Removes the ring around the pool and clarifies the water. This product has a pH of 7.
SCALE OR METAL CONTROL
Prevents stains caused by metals. Prevents scale formation and corrosion in pool heaters and salt chlorinators. It also controls copper, iron, and other metals. Highly recommended for well water. This product has a pH of 7.
VINYL CLEANER
Designed for pool liners and patio furniture. Dissolves grease, dirt, and rings. Ideal for vinyl, ceramic, and plastic surfaces. This product has a pH of 12.5.
SAND FILTER CLEANER
A degreasing cleaner for sand pool filters. Removes embedded oils and grease from the sand grains of pool filters. Improves filtration. This product has a pH of 11.8.
ALUM – POWDER FLOCULANT
A powder flocculant for pools. To keep pool water clear and sparkling. This product has a pH of 3.7.
Products designed to solve specific problems such as cloudy water, scale formation, chloramines, etc. Includes clarifier, chlorine-free shock treatment, degreaser, scale and metal control, cleaners, and alum.
LIQUID CLARIFIER
Liquid clarifier made from crustacean shells. Removes suspended particles and restores water’s sparkle. This product has a pH of 7.
PRE-MEASURED STICK CLARIFIER
Super active stick clarifier. It is the most effective clarifier on the market. This product has a pH of 3.7.
CHLORINE-FREE SHOCK TREATMENT
Chlorine-free shock treatment. A powder that dissolves completely and quickly. Oxidizes contaminants and eliminates chloramines (combined chlorine). This product has a pH of 7.
DEGREASER
Concentrated degreaser for pools. Removes the ring around the pool and clarifies the water. This product has a pH of 7.
SCALE OR METAL CONTROL
Prevents stains caused by metals. Prevents scale formation and corrosion in pool heaters and salt chlorinators. Also controls copper, iron, and other metals. Highly recommended for well water. This product has a pH of 7.
VINYL CLEANER
Designed for pool liners and patio furniture. Dissolves grease, dirt, and rings. Ideal for vinyl, ceramic, and plastic surfaces. This product has a pH of 12.5.
SAND FILTER CLEANER
Degreasing cleaner for sand pool filters. Removes embedded oils and grease from the sand grains of pool filters. Improves filtration. This product has a pH of 11.8.
ALUM – POWDER FLOCCULANT
Powder flocculant for pools. To keep pool water clear and sparkling. This product has a pH of 3.7.
Spa
These products balance various parameters for unsurpassed bathing comfort and crystal-clear water. Includes pH+, pH-, total alkalinity and calcium hardness.
PH+
Increases water pH to appropriate values. Fast, totally dissolving granules. This product has a pH of 11.4.
PH-
Decreases water pH to appropriate values. Quick-dissolving granules. Less dangerous to use than liquid acids. This product has a pH lower than 1.
TOTAL ALKALINITY PLUS
Increases water’s total alkalinity to appropriate values. Stabilizes water to prevent pH level fluctuations. Fast, total dissolving powder. This product has a pH of 8.3 – 8.5.
LESS LIQUID ALKALINITY
Lowers high levels of total alkalinity in spas without using damaging muriatic acid. This product has a pH of 0.
CALCIUM HARDNESS (CALCIUM PLUS)
Increases water’s calcium hardness to appropriate levels. Fast, total-dissolving granules. This product has a pH of 8.5.
These products destroy bacteria in spa water. Includes bromine and dichloro.
BROMINE TABLET
20 g bromine tablet with 64% free bromine and 28% free chlorine. Dissolves slowly and requires placement inside a floating chlorinator. Destroys bacteria in spa water. This product has a pH of 4.5.
DICHLORO TABLET
Stabilized chlorine tablet (dichloro) in 20 g format with 56% free chlorine content. Dissolves quickly and does not need to be placed inside a floating chlorinator. Simply toss the tablet into the spa. Destroys bacteria in spa water. This product has a pH of 5.5 – 7.
Products designed to solve specific issues such as cloudy water, scale formation, chloramines, etc. Includes clarifier, chlorine-free shock treatment, scale control, cleaners, anti-foam, and water softener.
LIQUID CLARIFIER
Clarifies water and helps eliminate greasy deposits in spas. It traps suspended particles in the filter cartridge. This product has a pH of 7.
TAB CLARIFIER
Super active pre-measured tab clarifier. It is the most effective clarifier on the market for spas. Quickly clarifies water. It traps suspended particles in the filter cartridge. This product has a pH of 3.7.
CHLORINE-FREE SHOCK TREATMENT (OXY)
Chlorine-free shock treatment for spas. Improves the efficiency of sanitizers, eliminates chlorine odors, and removes harmful chloramines. This product has a pH of 7.
SCALE CONTROL
Prevents scale formation and corrosion in water heaters and spa plumbing. This product has a pH of 7.
CARTRIDGE FILTER CLEANER
Liquid cleaner for spa cartridge filters. Removes and dissolves accumulated body oils and fats in spa cartridge filters. This product has a pH of 0.8.
PLUMBING CLEANER
Degreases and cleans the plumbing of whirlpool baths and spas. Allows you to reuse your favorite bath oils and fragrances. This product has a pH of 8.3.
ANTI-FOAM
Eliminates foam in spas. This product has a pH of 6 – 7.
SCENTED WATER SOFTENER
Scented water softener. This product makes the water softer for the skin and emits a pleasant smell for unmatched comfort.
Salt Pool
Specialized products for saltwater pools. These products help prevent premature wear of your salt chlorinator and maintain various parameters for clear and sparkling pool water. Includes: cell cleaner for salt chlorinator, shock treatment, Titanium Protector, and cell holder.
CELL CLEANER FOR SALT SYSTEM (CELL KLEAN)
Cell cleaner for salt chlorinator. Quickly removes limescale, oils, and organic debris that can accumulate on the plates of a chlorine generating cell. This product has a pH of less than 1.
SHOCK TREATMENT FOR SALTWATER POOLS (SALT SHOCK)
Shock treatment specially designed for saltwater pools. Enhances the efficiency of the salt chlorinator and eliminates harmful chloramines for swimmer’s health. Extra fine granulation and dissolves well in cold water. Unlike other shock treatments, this product does not affect the water’s pH. Moreover, it is protected from evaporation caused by the sun’s UV rays that affect other types of shock treatment.
CELL HOLDER
An adapter on which you can screw the pool cell to clean its interior using a cell cleaner, called Cell Klean, safely and without wastage. It is waterproof and allows the cell to stand upright.
This adapter is only for Hayward machine cells.