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Aquarius Alka-Boost Step 1 Pool Treatment, 2-kg

Name: Aquarius Alka-Boost Step 1 Pool Treatment, 2-kg
Brand: Aquarius
SKU: 0813515
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Aquarius Alka-Boost Step 1 is an easy alkaline booster that helps maintain your pool's equipment and water comfort. The handy 2-kg size is perfect for simple and frame pools. Raising your swimming pool alkaline levels helps protect against equipment damage, reduces irritation to eyes and skin, and makes for a more enjoyable swim. This handy alkaline treatment from Aquarius is a must-have for any pool owner.

Aquarius Alka-Boost Step 1 is a part of an easy 1-2-3 water maintenance program for pools
Raises alkalinity of water
Protects your equipment from damage
Prevents eyes and skin irritation
New handy size for set steel frame pools and simple set pools
Pail size: 4.4 lb (2 kg)

Part Number	30-20980-12
Chemical Form	Powder
Pool Kits Type	Balancers
Treatment Use	Chlorine/Salt water
Pool Treatment Dosage (oz)	5.9 oz
Product Weight (g)	2000.00 g
Product Volume (L)	0.0 l
Package Height (in)	9.25 in
Product Weight (lb)	4.4 lb
Package Depth (in)	4.92 in

Package Weight (lb)	5.07 lb
Package Width (in)	4.92 in

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Great product to raise alkalinity used for many years

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Q: How long do I wait to test ph after adding ? And when can I add more ?

4 years ago

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A: Hi, for a pool you should wait at least 2 hours before testing and adding more. Thank you
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Q: Anyone using this in a hot tub?

5 years ago

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A: Hi, yes you can use the Aquarius Step 1 Alka Boost in a hot tub. Thank you
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Q: How can I convert the grams to ml on the alkaboost?! I know it’s 1 for 1 on ph reducer but not information for this one.

6 years ago

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A: 1 ml = 1 gram
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Q: Is this sodium carbonate (soda ash) or sodium bi-carbonate (baking soda)?

7 years ago

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A: Aquarius Step 1 Alkaline Boost, 2kg chemical composition is Sodium Bicarbonate.
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Questions

Q: How long do I wait to test ph after adding ? And when can I add more ?

A: Hi, for a pool you should wait at least 2 hours before testing and adding more. Thank you

Q: Anyone using this in a hot tub?

A: Hi, yes you can use the Aquarius Step 1 Alka Boost in a hot tub. Thank you

Q: How can I convert the grams to ml on the alkaboost?! I know it’s 1 for 1 on ph reducer but not information for this one.

A: 1 ml = 1 gram

Q: Is this sodium carbonate (soda ash) or sodium bi-carbonate (baking soda)?

A: Aquarius Step 1 Alkaline Boost, 2kg chemical composition is Sodium Bicarbonate.

4 Stars And Above