How much algaecide to put in above ground pool (Swimming Pool) Gallons.

To determine how much algaecide to put in an above-ground pool, it’s important to consider the specific product being used, as different algaecides have varying dosage recommendations. Below is a detailed summary based on the gathered data.

General Dosage Guidelines for Algaecide

1. Typical Dosage Range:

• The recommended dose of algaecide generally varies from 500 mL to 2.5 L per 50,000 L (13,208 gallons) of pool volume.

1. Specific Product Dosages:

• Algaecide 60% Concentrated:
  • Initial dose: 2-8 ounces per 10,000 gallons.
  • Weekly treatment: 0.5-2 ounces per 10,000 gallons.
• All-in-One Algaecide:
  • Initial dose: 15-50 ounces depending on the size of the pool.
  • Bi-weekly dose: 7.5-25 ounces based on pool size.
• Green Algaecide:
  • Initial dose: 4-16 ounces depending on the severity of algae.
  • Weekly treatment: 1.5-6 ounces.

1. Example Calculations for Common Pool Sizes:

• For a pool with a volume of 10,000 gallons:
  • Using Algaecide 60%:
  • Initial dose = 8 ounces
  • Weekly treatment = 2 ounces
• For a pool with a volume of 20,000 gallons:
  • Using All-in-One Algaecide:
  • Initial dose = 20-30 ounces
  • Bi-weekly dose = 10-15 ounces

Summary Table of Algaecide Dosages

Pool Volume (gallons)	Algaecide Type	Initial Dose (ounces)	Weekly Treatment (ounces)
10,000	Algaecide 60%	8	2
10,000	All-in-One Algaecide	15-30	5
20,000	Green Algaecide	12-16	3

Citations:
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