
Is Algicide the same as Shock?
In the use of swimming pools, swimming pool maintenance is often one of the most important and most annoying things. When maintaining a swimming pool, two words often mentioned in the swimming pool are algae killing and shock. So are these two methods the same operation, or are there any differences? It will be revealed below. Demystifying Algicide: Algicide, as the name suggests, is a chemical designed to combat and prevent the growth of algae in pools. Algae, those stubborn green invaders, thrive in warm, stagnant water. While a well-maintained pool with proper filtration and circulation systems is the first line of defense against algae, algicides serve as a crucial