{"product_id":"africhem-dry-pool-acid-ph-reducer","title":"Africhem Dry Pool Acid 3.5kg – lower pH and Total Alkalinity","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"146\" data-end=\"433\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh pH levels\u003c\/strong\u003e reduce chlorine effectiveness, cause cloudy water, and lead to scale build-up on pool surfaces and equipment. Africhem Dry Pool Acid 3.5kg is a powerful granular acid designed to safely lower pH and total alkalinity, restoring proper water balance quickly and efficiently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"625\"\u003eFormulated for demanding South African pool conditions, this easy-to-handle dry acid provides a safer alternative to liquid hydrochloric acid while delivering reliable, professional results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"627\" data-end=\"725\"\u003eIf your pool chemistry is drifting, this is the correction step that brings it back under control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"727\" data-end=\"730\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"732\" data-end=\"764\"\u003eWhy Proper pH Control Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"814\"\u003eWhen pH rises above the ideal range (7.2 – 7.6):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"818\" data-end=\"851\"\u003eChlorine becomes less effective\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"882\"\u003eWater turns dull or cloudy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"885\" data-end=\"921\"\u003eScale forms on tiles and equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"924\" data-end=\"969\"\u003eSwimmers experience eye and skin irritation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"971\" data-end=\"1079\"\u003eAfrichem Dry Pool Acid restores balance so your sanitiser works properly and your water stays crystal clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1081\" data-end=\"1084\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1086\" data-end=\"1101\"\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1103\" data-end=\"1175\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1103\" data-end=\"1126\"\u003eFast-Acting Formula\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1126\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003eQuickly reduces high pH and alkalinity levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003eImproves Chlorine Efficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003eBalanced water maximises sanitiser performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1347\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1288\"\u003eReduces Scale Formation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1288\" data-end=\"1291\"\u003eHelps prevent calcium build-up on surfaces and in pumps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1349\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1349\" data-end=\"1377\"\u003eGranular \u0026amp; Easy to Apply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003eSafer and more convenient to store and handle than liquid acid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1544\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003eSuitable for All Pool Types\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1476\" data-end=\"1479\"\u003eCompatible with concrete, marbelite, fiberglass, and vinyl pools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"1549\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003eWhen to Use Africhem Dry Pool Acid\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1592\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003epH reading above 7.6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1640\"\u003eCloudy or milky water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1673\"\u003eWhite scale forming on tiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1729\"\u003eAfter heavy rain or topping up with municipal water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1775\"\u003eAs part of routine weekly water balancing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1777\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003eConsistent water balancing prevents costly equipment damage and unnecessary chemical overuse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1875\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1877\" data-end=\"1902\"\u003eApplication Guidelines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1907\" data-end=\"1951\"\u003eTest pool water using a reliable test kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"2012\"\u003ePre-dissolve required dosage in a bucket of pool water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2016\" data-end=\"2073\"\u003eAdd evenly around the pool perimeter with pump running.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2077\" data-end=\"2132\"\u003eAllow circulation for several hours before retesting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2134\" data-end=\"2199\"\u003eAlways follow label dosage instructions according to pool volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2201\" data-end=\"2204\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2206\" data-end=\"2239\"\u003eBuilt for Reliable Performance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2241\" data-end=\"2475\"\u003eAfrichem Dry Pool Acid is manufactured to strict quality standards, ensuring consistent strength and dependable results. 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