When it comes to pool chemicals, probably the most often forgotten is the clarifier. It may be because pool owners are not quite sure what the clarifier can do to their pool water, or maybe they just feel like their water is clear enough already? Well lets discuss why clarifier is good, and why we use clarifier on every pool we service.

 What is Clarifier?

Clarifiers come in many different varieties and types, but I am mainly going to talk about the clarifier we use for our professional pool service. The product is made by Vanson called Sea-Klear Natural Clarifier. It basically works by bonding with small particles in the water, which essentially makes the small particles bigger. This in turn allows your filtration system to capture them.

Why Clarifier?

Well, the use of clarifier is not only important for the look of your water, but it also helps when it is time for filtration system cleaning. If you use a cartridge based system, using the clarifier will mean easier cleaning. Sand based filtration benefits as well because it essentially improves the filtration of the sand and helps it filter smaller particles than normal, as well as improves the backwash process. And DE filters will be able to filter the water to a very sparkling state when you use clarifier.

How and When Do I Use Pool Clarifier?

You should use clarifier at three different times:

  1. After a filter cleaning or change
  2. Weekly as a maintenance dose
  3. After heavy usage to help clear the water  

 Good luck and happy swimming!