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Stabilized CLO2 30-gram Powder Pouch

Our 30g packet is an effective deodorizer and booster. Through strong oxidation, it uses stabilized CO2 to eliminate scents at their source without damaging carpet, upholstery, or other surfaces when used as directed.

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When combined with all alkaline pre-sprays and cleaners,

is useful for getting rid of any unpleasant odor, such as those left behind by pets, rancid food, cigarette smoke, marijuana, urine, excrement, vomit, and skunk.

Instructions for General Use:

We strongly advise completely cleaning the surface, carpet, upholstery and getting rid of as much of the contamination before applying.

Fill two gallons of water with one package. Permit to stay for as long as possible; one hour is suggested for urgent cases. A subsurface extraction instrument may be needed for high amounts of contamination.

Instructions for using natural fiber and sensitive fabrics: Add one packet to four gallons of water. Permit to stay for as long as possible; one hour is suggested.

High amounts of contamination may need the use of a subsurface extraction instrument.

Odors that are incredibly tenacious: may require more than one treatment. Carpet may be needed to disengage Subsurface areas may also need to be cleaned and decontaminated, Before reinstalling, make sure all contaminants are removed.

If you have a pool treated with chlorine, you need to know the difference between stabilized and non-stabilized chlorine. Chlorine treatment is the most widely used disinfection method for treating pool and spa water, due to its low cost. It's a powerful treatment against algae growth and bacteria. In this article you'll find all the information on the advantages and disadvantages between these two products so you can choose the one that's right for you.

What you need to know about chlorine in swimming pools

Chlorine is the most commonly used water disinfection treatment in swimming pools, due to its effectiveness and low cost. Although chlorine is extremely effective, it does have one drawback: the sun's UV rays have a major impact on its effectiveness. When the UV index is high (mainly in summer), chlorine rapidly degrades until it disappears. The quality of your pool water also deteriorates rapidly. To solve this problem, you can manually add stabilizer or use stabilized chlorine, which is an all-in-one product. This is why we speak of two types of chlorine: stabilized and non-stabilized.

As a general rule, the chlorine level in water should ideally be between 1.5 and 2 mg/l or ppm to disinfect and prevent the development of algae and bacteria. To measure it, there are :

• Chemically-reacting colorimetric strips
• A water analyzer connected to a more precise ORP probe, which indicates a decimal measurement rather than a value scale. Discover ICO POOL.

What's the difference between stabilized and unstabilized chlorine?

The main difference between the two lies in the presence or absence of a stabilizer in the chlorine.

Unstabilized chlorine, such as calcium hypochlorite, does not contain this stabilizer, giving it specific active and reactive properties. It comes from the HTH chlorine family, which includes all hypochlorites, i.e. chlorine derivatives containing no stabilizer (e.g. bleach).

Stabilized chlorine or chloroisocyanurate is a chlorine derivative containing cyanuric acid (the chlorine stabilizer). The latter limits the impact of UV rays on chlorine.

All about stabilized chlorine

Stabilizer protects chlorine and reduces the impact of UV rays on its rapid decomposition. As a result, chlorine remains active for longer. While the idea of prolonging chlorine's disinfectant action is exciting, as always with chemical products, you need to control the dosage. Stabilizer should be within a range of 30-50 ppm (30-50 mg/liter). When the stabilizer level is too high, it blocks the disinfectant action of chlorine. The result is the opposite of the desired effect.

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You'll find unstabilized chlorine on the market, to which a stabilizer is added to complete the treatment. Chlorine with stabilizer is also available (cyanuric acid is indicated in the product's composition). You'll find it under the names Chlore multi-fonction or galets tout en un (with stabilizer, algicide and clarifier).

We recommend using stabilized chlorine for small pools. Examples include above-ground pools, mini-pools and spas. Finally, if you live in a particularly sunny region and your pool is subject to high UV levels, there's no doubt that stabilized chlorine is ideal for maintaining healthy water.

Disadvantages of stabilized chlorine

Stabilizer is not destroyed and concentrates in the water little by little. This can lead to over-stabilization of the water, totally unbalancing it to the point where it can no longer catch up. If your water is over-stabilized, you'll need to drain your pool (by about 1/3) to bring this level down. Only then will the chlorine action be effective again. So always be vigilant.

How to dose the amount of stabilizer?

As you can see, this product should be used with care to maintain healthy water. To avoid over-stabilizing your water and control the dosage, you can :

• Use stabilized and non-stabilized chlorine alternately
• Buy a stabilizer and add it to unstabilized chlorine from time to time. This is particularly recommended for pools treated with a salt chlorinator.

Everything you need to know about unstabilized chlorine

Unstabilized chlorine, as the name suggests, generates no stabilizer in the pool water. It is particularly effective when the pH of the water is naturally mild (low pH). This depends on the water quality in your region.

Secondly, this product has the added advantage of being less odorous, which is generally more pleasant for bathers. Finally, if you have an indoor pool or one with low UV exposure, there's no need to add stabilizer. You can therefore use this product to maintain good water quality.

Disadvantages of unstabilized chlorine

As we explained earlier, unstabilized chlorine is not UV-resistant and deteriorates very quickly. It also has two other notable disadvantages:

• It should be used with great caution if your water is hard (highly concentrated in limescale), as unstabilized chlorine will tend to increase the TH of the water.
• pH of the water naturally tends to be above the optimum threshold (7.4 for a chlorine-treated pool, close to 7.6 if you use bromine or salt). This is nothing to worry about. However, you will need to measure it more regularly.

Unstabilized chlorine is available in various forms

Unstabilized slow chlorine provides continuous disinfection over an extended period. It comes in the form of solid pebbles or sticks. They dissolve slowly in the water, gradually releasing the active chlorine.

Unstabilized shock chlorine is a more concentrated form. It is particularly effective for treating heavy contamination such as algae or blurred water. It's generally available in granulated or powder form. This enables rapid dissolution and a more powerful disinfectant action.

Stabilized / unstabilized chlorine FAQ

What is over-stabilized water?

Stabilizer remains present in water for a very long time without dissolving. As a result, stabilizer can build up in the water. This increases the risk of the water in your pool or spa spinning. Stabilizer levels should be between 30 and 50 mg/litre (30-50 ppm). An overdose renders chlorine ineffective, and the proliferation of bacteria, algae and fungi is inevitable. If this happens, use only non-stabilized chlorine to avoid aggravating the situation. In case of serious imbalance, you may need to consider draining part of the water from your pool.

Can you alternate stabilized and unstabilized chlorine?

It's possible and even recommended to alternate between stabilized and non-stabilized chlorine, depending on the weather. In summer, when UV levels are high, stabilized chlorine will enable you to maintain the effectiveness of chlorine disinfection. Conversely, in mid-season or when the weather is milder, unstabilized chlorine will be effective.

Stabilized chlorine is slower-acting than unstabilized chlorine. During busy periods, usually in summer, it's essential to check the chlorine level in your pool every week, and the stabilizer level after each treatment.

Caution: the mixture of stabilized and non-stabilized chlorine in water is extremely hazardous to health and equipment. This can lead to extremely violent reactions, including explosions. If you alternate between the two, it's essential to clean your pool and equipment thoroughly. Activate filtration for 24 hours, then thoroughly clean your pool's filters and walls.

How do I know if my chlorine is stabilized?

Your product label will indicate its composition and the presence of cyanuric acid. It is also possible to perform a water test with specific strips to measure the presence of stabilizer.

How to stabilize chlorine in a swimming pool?

As indicated in this article, chlorine levels should be between 1.5 and 2 mg/l of water. You should therefore use more or less stabilizer in high season (high UV) to stabilize it. Finally, you should be aware that adding chlorine will tend to raise the pH of the water. The higher the pH, the less effective your chlorine disinfectant. It's a bit like the snake biting its own tail: make sure that chlorine and pH are within the recommended thresholds to keep your water balanced.

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