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Use the search below to find an article that may help resolve your pool question. This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. If you are not finding the answer to your question, feel free to email us at [support@poolsharkh2o.com](mailto:support@poolsharkh2o.com) and we can try to help. [![Taylor Test Kit vs. LaMotte Spin Touch: Which Pool Water Testing Method Is More Accurate and Cost-Effective?](https://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/hubfs/SpinTouchVsTaylorTestKit.gif)](http://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/taylor-test-kit-vs.-lamotte-spin-touch) # [Taylor Test Kit vs. LaMotte Spin Touch: Which Pool Water Testing Method Is More Accurate and Cost-Effective?](http://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/taylor-test-kit-vs.-lamotte-spin-touch) May 08, 2026 When it comes to commercial pool water testing, few debates come up more often than Taylor test kits versus the LaMotte WaterLink Spin Touch. Many operators are quick to assume that traditional drop testing is automatically more accurate, while others hesitate at the perceived cost of single-use Spin Touch disks. [![Why Does My Pool Smell Like Chlorine?](https://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/hubfs/Blog%20Images/pool%20chlorine%20smell.png)](http://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/pool-chlorine-smell) # [Why Does My Pool Smell Like Chlorine?](http://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/pool-chlorine-smell) Apr 17, 2026 If your pool smells strongly like chlorine, it may seem like a sign that the water is clean and well-sanitized. In reality, the opposite is often true. [![Why Is My Pool pH Too High? Practical Tips for Commercial Pools](https://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/hubfs/Blog%20Images/pool%20ph%20too%20high.png)](http://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/pool-ph-too-high) # [Why Is My Pool pH Too High? Practical Tips for Commercial Pools](http://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/pool-ph-too-high) Apr 14, 2026 Maintaining balanced water chemistry is both critical and, at times, easier said than done. If you’ve found yourself repeatedly adjusting chemicals only to see your pool pH too high again within days—or even hours—you’re not alone. While total alkalinity is often the first place operators look, a consistently rising or too high pool pH usually points to broader system dynamics at play. [![Hospitality Pool Ideas: Turn Your Hotel Pool Into a Revenue Generator](https://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/hubfs/Blog%20Images/Hospitality%20Pool.png)](http://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/hospitality-pool) # [Hospitality Pool Ideas: Turn Your Hotel Pool Into a Revenue Generator](http://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/hospitality-pool) Mar 24, 2026 Hospitality Pool Ideas to Turn Your Hospitality Property's Pool Into a Revenue Generator Hospitality properties and hospitality pools have traditionally been viewed as a guest amenity—a relaxing place for travelers to unwind during their stay. But forward-thinking hospitality leaders now recognize that a well-managed pool areacan do much more. With the right strategy, your pool can become a... 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[![Getting Pool Chemicals Ready for Summer: A Smart Operator’s Checklist](https://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/hubfs/Blog%20Images/Getting%20pool%20chemicals%20ready%20for%20summer.png)](http://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/getting-pool-chemicals-ready-for-summer) # [Getting Pool Chemicals Ready for Summer: A Smart Operator’s Checklist](http://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/getting-pool-chemicals-ready-for-summer) Mar 10, 2026 For commercial and community pool operators, summer arrives all at once. High swimmer volumes, longer operating hours, higher water temperatures, and stricter public health scrutiny all put additional demand on your water chemistry program. [![How to Identify, Remove, and Prevent Stains on Pool Liners or Plaster](https://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/hubfs/Blog%20Images/Stains%20on%20pool%20liner.png)](http://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/stains-on-pool-liner) # [How to Identify, Remove, and Prevent Stains on Pool Liners or Plaster](http://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/stains-on-pool-liner) Feb 17, 2026 When stains appear on pool liners or plaster surfaces, they typically fall into three categories: metals, organic matter, or mineral buildup. For example, iron often leaves brown or rust-colored marks, copper can create blue-green discoloration, and calcium deposits show up as white or gray scaling. Determining the source is critical before beginning treatment. Treating a metal stain like organic... [![Why Is My Pool Green? Understanding Algae, Metals, and Water Chemistry](https://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/hubfs/Blog%20Images/Why%20Is%20My%20Pool%20Green%3F.png)](http://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/why-is-my-pool-green) # [Why Is My Pool Green? Understanding Algae, Metals, and Water Chemistry](http://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/why-is-my-pool-green) Feb 10, 2026 A green pool is never a welcome sight, but especially not for commercial, public, or community facilities. Swimmers noticeit immediately, health inspectors ask questions, and sudden closures can disrupt your operations. In other words, it’s an issue that requires your immediate attention. [![How to Calculate the Volume of a Pool (and Why It Matters for Commercial Operations)](https://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/hubfs/Blog%20Images/Calculate%20the%20volume%20of%20a%20pool.png)](http://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/calculate-the-volume-of-a-pool) # [How to Calculate the Volume of a Pool (and Why It Matters for Commercial Operations)](http://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/calculate-the-volume-of-a-pool) Jan 27, 2026 Accurately calculating the volume of a pool is the foundation for every chemical decision you make as a pool operator. If you don’t know how much water is in the pool, you can’t reliably calculate chlorine, pH adjusters, stabilizer, or shock. And when dosing is off, even by a little, water quality and safety problems follow. [![CPO Certification: Why It Matters for Commercial & Public Pool Operators](https://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/hubfs/Blog%20Images/CPO%20Certification.png)](http://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/cpo-certification) # [CPO Certification: Why It Matters for Commercial & Public Pool Operators](http://blog.poolsharkh2o.com/cpo-certification) Jan 20, 2026 Swimming pool management is complex. Beyond ensuring a fantastic guest experience, there are chemistry, safety, compliance, and risk considerations that keep commercial operators on their toes. The Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification helps ensure you or someone on your staff is adequately prepared and trained to handle these complexities, as well as to guide your operations. It's the ... 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