Even if you’re not an avid swimmer, a quick dip in the pool is so refreshing on a hot summer day. The hitch: The chlorine used to kill bacteria, viruses and other harmful microorganisms in pool water ...

Chlorine needs over 15 minutes to kill some viruses, which is why it is best used as a disinfectant in the water supply or in pools where it can sit.

Pool stabilizer, sometimes called pool conditioner, is an essential part of your pool's chemical balance. This necessary pool ...

First it was toilet paper. Next, it was disinfectants, followed by face masks and other personal protective equipment. Then, it was a whole array of different items, ranging from yeast to condoms to ...

With summer around the corner, pool owners may be spending more to enjoy a refreshing respite from the heat. According to experts, there is a chlorine shortage due to a swimming pool boom and a fire ...

Dawn Weinberger is a freelance writer in Portland, Oregon who has contributed to numerous publications and websites over the past 20 years, including RD.com, Glamour, Women's Health, Entrepreneur, and ...

There’s almost nothing better than a refreshing dip in the pool in the summer. It might be tempting to dive right in, hair and all, but there’s reason to believe you should think twice about this.

Michigan, and the country as a whole, is facing a chlorine tablet shortage just as summer swings into full gear. The shortage is due to increased demand for pool supplies during the pandemic and a ...